Helen Brownell Obituary

Helen L. Brownell

Helen L. Brownell, 85, of Tiffin, passed away Saturday afternoon, March 22, 2025, at Spring Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation in Green Springs.

On May 23, 1939, in Crawford County, she was born to Russell and Bernice (Ruch) Holman. She married Arthur J. Brownell on November 10, 1959, and he preceded her in death.

Survivors include her only child and caregiver, Robin (Kevin Young) Brownell of Tiffin; sister, Bernita Geary of Bloomville; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends she considered family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, Charles Holman; and her dog, Ruby.

Helen was a 1957 graduate of Lykens High School and worked at the original Molyets Market for years. She was the secretary at Rural Serv. in Old Fort for over 20 years before retiring. Helen enjoyed driving in the country, watching the birds, and most of all, having some ice cream. Even though she battled dementia for 10 years, she remained cheerful until the end.

A heartfelt thank you to Spring Creek staff for making her feel special and Heartland Hospice for their care and compassion.

Her funeral will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Hoffmann-Gottfried-Mack Funeral Home & Crematory, with the Rev. Melanie Haack officiating. Burial will follow at Benton Cemetery.

Friends may visit and share stories from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to FACT, Seneca County Humane Society, or Heartland Hospice.

Condolences may be sent and the guestbook signed at www.hgmackfuneralhome.com.