ROCKLAND, MAINE - Helen J. Lewis, 86, was called home to her Heavenly Father on November 23, 2024, after a brief illness. She was born February 10, 1938, in Dover-Foxcroft, the daughter of Charles S. and Helen S. (Hanscom) Clark.
In her 86 years, Helen was first and foremost, a child of God. Her faith was evident from a very young age, and she led her life called according to His purpose. She has been a part of many church congregations over the years, most recently of First Baptist Church of St. George. Wherever she was, Helen would find someone to talk to or she’d make a new friend. She seemed to know everyone; trips to the grocery store were usually measured in hours! She was kind and generous, and our own example of what it meant to be a Proverbial woman. Helen was a class act in every sense - she embodied elegance, grace, and character in her demeanor and interactions. She treated everyone with kindness and respect, regardless of their status or background.
On the outside, Helen took pride in her appearance and was always so well put together. On the inside, she was just as well put together. She had a calming presence; you could tell her anything and she could always see the good in everyone. She had a natural gift of uplifting those around her. Despite the fact her last several years with plagued with health challenges, her attitude and outlook were positive to the very end. She faced all of life's challenging times with her wonderful sense of humor and trust in God. She led a selfless life of volunteerism and taking care of others, often at her own expense. Helen would downplay her accomplishments but she was an LPN, telephone operator, held a top-secret clearance for typing the launch codes (!), a business owner, office Mom at Norlen’s Water Treatment and most recently, a shop Mom at Superior Restoration. She was a Domestic Engineer of the highest order (a position she held for 67 years!), Prayer Warrior, Rescuer of all Plants, 11th Hour Baker, and Bingo Champion.
Helen said she always wanted to be a mother; she loved her family with all of her being and was fiercely protective of them. Helen was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Wife x 3, Auntie, Mother, Grammy, Great Grammy, Confidant, and Friend. Helen has left her mark on all who knew her and will be sorely missed.
Helen is survived by her brother, Stanley Clark, of Corinth; sister, Carol Hammond and her husband, William of Vernon, Vermont; son, James Hancock and his wife, Laurie, of Eddington; daughter, Jolean Wilcox and her husband, Michael, of Cushing; daughter, Victoria McKenna, of Peabody, Massachusetts; daughter, Nicole Larrabee and her husband, Murray, of Cushing; grandchildren, James, Meghan, Amanda, Joseph, Jennifer, Erin, Andrew, William, Jade, Brendan; three granddogs; several great-grandchildren, and many beloved nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Helen was predeceased by beloved siblings, Ella Clark, Shirley Fowles, David Clark, Joan Clark and Edna Smart. She was also predeceased by 3 wonderful husbands, James Hancock, Normand Gogan and Calvin Lewis.
Relatives and friends are welcome to call from 4-6 p.m., Friday, November 29, 2024, at the Brewer Chapel of Brookings-Smith, 55 S Main St., Brewer where a funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 30. All are welcome to share conversation and refreshments in the Family Reception Rooms of Brookings-Smith, 55 S. Main St., Brewer, immediately following the service. Interment will be in Dean Hill Cemetery, Orrington following the reception. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Helen in a special way, may make gifts in her memory to Child Evangelism Fellowship of Maine Inc., Central Maine Chapter, P.O. Box 132, Carmel, ME 04419. Condolences to the family may be expressed at BrookingsSmith.com.
HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST
God saw you getting tired,
And a cure was not to be;
So he put his arms around you,
And whispered, “Come to me”.
With tearful eyes we watched you,
And saw you pass away;
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He only takes the best.
-FRANCES & KATHLEEN COELHO-
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In her 86 years, Helen was first and foremost, a child of God. Her faith was evident from a very young age, and she led her life called according to His purpose. She has been a part of many church congregations over the years, most recently of First Baptist Church of St. George. Wherever she was, Helen would find someone to talk to or she’d make a new friend. She seemed to know everyone; trips to the grocery store were usually measured in hours! She was kind and generous, and our own example of what it meant to be a Proverbial woman. Helen was a class act in every sense - she embodied elegance, grace, and character in her demeanor and interactions. She treated everyone with kindness and respect, regardless of their status or background.
On the outside, Helen took pride in her appearance and was always so well put together. On the inside, she was just as well put together. She had a calming presence; you could tell her anything and she could always see the good in everyone. She had a natural gift of uplifting those around her. Despite the fact her last several years with plagued with health challenges, her attitude and outlook were positive to the very end. She faced all of life's challenging times with her wonderful sense of humor and trust in God. She led a selfless life of volunteerism and taking care of others, often at her own expense. Helen would downplay her accomplishments but she was an LPN, telephone operator, held a top-secret clearance for typing the launch codes (!), a business owner, office Mom at Norlen’s Water Treatment and most recently, a shop Mom at Superior Restoration. She was a Domestic Engineer of the highest order (a position she held for 67 years!), Prayer Warrior, Rescuer of all Plants, 11th Hour Baker, and Bingo Champion.
Helen said she always wanted to be a mother; she loved her family with all of her being and was fiercely protective of them. Helen was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Wife x 3, Auntie, Mother, Grammy, Great Grammy, Confidant, and Friend. Helen has left her mark on all who knew her and will be sorely missed.
Helen is survived by her brother, Stanley Clark, of Corinth; sister, Carol Hammond and her husband, William of Vernon, Vermont; son, James Hancock and his wife, Laurie, of Eddington; daughter, Jolean Wilcox and her husband, Michael, of Cushing; daughter, Victoria McKenna, of Peabody, Massachusetts; daughter, Nicole Larrabee and her husband, Murray, of Cushing; grandchildren, James, Meghan, Amanda, Joseph, Jennifer, Erin, Andrew, William, Jade, Brendan; three granddogs; several great-grandchildren, and many beloved nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Helen was predeceased by beloved siblings, Ella Clark, Shirley Fowles, David Clark, Joan Clark and Edna Smart. She was also predeceased by 3 wonderful husbands, James Hancock, Normand Gogan and Calvin Lewis.
Relatives and friends are welcome to call from 4-6 p.m., Friday, November 29, 2024, at the Brewer Chapel of Brookings-Smith, 55 S Main St., Brewer where a funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 30. All are welcome to share conversation and refreshments in the Family Reception Rooms of Brookings-Smith, 55 S. Main St., Brewer, immediately following the service. Interment will be in Dean Hill Cemetery, Orrington following the reception. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Helen in a special way, may make gifts in her memory to Child Evangelism Fellowship of Maine Inc., Central Maine Chapter, P.O. Box 132, Carmel, ME 04419. Condolences to the family may be expressed at BrookingsSmith.com.
HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST
God saw you getting tired,
And a cure was not to be;
So he put his arms around you,
And whispered, “Come to me”.
With tearful eyes we watched you,
And saw you pass away;
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He only takes the best.
-FRANCES & KATHLEEN COELHO-
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