Helen L. Bumpus Kane, 90, of Springfield, IL died on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, in Springfield. Helen was born May 10, 1924, in Lowder, the daughter of Gertrude Quinn. She married Robert Bumpus in June of 1944; he preceded her in death in 1991. She later married Leonard Kane in December of 1993; he preceded her in death in 2010.
Helen was employed as an Office Associate for the State of Illinois until her retirement. She previously provided childcare in her younger years and built wonderful relationships that lasted throughout her life.
She was a member of the Eagles Aerie Club 437, who lost a steady customer, as Helen enjoyed her weekly visits and chats. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who called her "Grandma", "GG", and "Great Helen".
The Bumpus Christmas tradition began in 1967 with family and friends and continues through this year as matriarch, Helen carrying on the love, laughter, and the thousands of decorations and gifts. The decorations included the bells that rang on the toilet seat to the Christmas toilet paper.
Her last night was spent with her son, Patrick, at happy hour, with a Bourbon in her hand.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Cathy L. Brown; and great-grandson, Carter Selinger. She is survived by her son, Patrick (wife, Patty Long) Bumpus of Springfield; son-in-law, Dr. Duane A. Brown of Loami; four grandchildren: Craig (fiancée, Tanya Shanks) Brown, Chris (wife, Karen) Brown, Marc (wife, Katie) Brown, and Tara Perry; five great-grandchildren: Quinn, Ella, Leah, Hannah, and Mason; several nieces, nephews, cousins; and extended family.
Family will receive friends from 10-10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 245 N. Amos, Springfield. Funeral Mass: 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at St. Agnes Church with the Rev. Robert Jallas, celebrant. Burial will follow at West Grove Cemetery in Thayer, Ill.
Helen was employed as an Office Associate for the State of Illinois until her retirement. She previously provided childcare in her younger years and built wonderful relationships that lasted throughout her life.
She was a member of the Eagles Aerie Club 437, who lost a steady customer, as Helen enjoyed her weekly visits and chats. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who called her "Grandma", "GG", and "Great Helen".
The Bumpus Christmas tradition began in 1967 with family and friends and continues through this year as matriarch, Helen carrying on the love, laughter, and the thousands of decorations and gifts. The decorations included the bells that rang on the toilet seat to the Christmas toilet paper.
Her last night was spent with her son, Patrick, at happy hour, with a Bourbon in her hand.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Cathy L. Brown; and great-grandson, Carter Selinger. She is survived by her son, Patrick (wife, Patty Long) Bumpus of Springfield; son-in-law, Dr. Duane A. Brown of Loami; four grandchildren: Craig (fiancée, Tanya Shanks) Brown, Chris (wife, Karen) Brown, Marc (wife, Katie) Brown, and Tara Perry; five great-grandchildren: Quinn, Ella, Leah, Hannah, and Mason; several nieces, nephews, cousins; and extended family.
Family will receive friends from 10-10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 245 N. Amos, Springfield. Funeral Mass: 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at St. Agnes Church with the Rev. Robert Jallas, celebrant. Burial will follow at West Grove Cemetery in Thayer, Ill.
Helen L. Bumpus Kane, 90, of Springfield, IL died on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, in Springfield. Helen was born May 10, 1924, in Lowder, the daughter of Gertrude Quinn. She married Robert Bumpus in June of 1944; he preceded her in death in 1991. She later married Leonard Kane in December of 1993; he preceded her in death in 2010.
Helen was employed as an Office Associate for the State of Illinois until her retirement. She previously provided childcare in her younger years and built wonderful relationships that lasted throughout her life.
She was a member of the Eagles Aerie Club 437, who lost a steady customer, as Helen enjoyed her weekly visits and chats. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who called her "Grandma", "GG", and "Great Helen".
The Bumpus Christmas tradition began in 1967 with family and friends and continues through this year as matriarch, Helen carrying on the love, laughter, and the thousands of decorations and gifts. The decorations included the bells that rang on the toilet seat to the Christmas toilet paper.
Her last night was spent with her son, Patrick, at happy hour, with a Bourbon in her hand.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Cathy L. Brown; and great-grandson, Carter Selinger. She is survived by her son, Patrick (wife, Patty Long) Bumpus of Springfield; son-in-law, Dr. Duane A. Brown of Loami; four grandchildren: Craig (fiancée, Tanya Shanks) Brown, Chris (wife, Karen) Brown, Marc (wife, Katie) Brown, and Tara Perry; five great-grandchildren: Quinn, Ella, Leah, Hannah, and Mason; several nieces, nephews, cousins; and extended family.
Family will receive friends from 10-10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 245 N. Amos, Springfield. Funeral Mass: 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at St. Agnes Church with the Rev. Robert Jallas, celebrant. Burial will follow at West Grove Cemetery in Thayer, Ill.
Helen was employed as an Office Associate for the State of Illinois until her retirement. She previously provided childcare in her younger years and built wonderful relationships that lasted throughout her life.
She was a member of the Eagles Aerie Club 437, who lost a steady customer, as Helen enjoyed her weekly visits and chats. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who called her "Grandma", "GG", and "Great Helen".
The Bumpus Christmas tradition began in 1967 with family and friends and continues through this year as matriarch, Helen carrying on the love, laughter, and the thousands of decorations and gifts. The decorations included the bells that rang on the toilet seat to the Christmas toilet paper.
Her last night was spent with her son, Patrick, at happy hour, with a Bourbon in her hand.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Cathy L. Brown; and great-grandson, Carter Selinger. She is survived by her son, Patrick (wife, Patty Long) Bumpus of Springfield; son-in-law, Dr. Duane A. Brown of Loami; four grandchildren: Craig (fiancée, Tanya Shanks) Brown, Chris (wife, Karen) Brown, Marc (wife, Katie) Brown, and Tara Perry; five great-grandchildren: Quinn, Ella, Leah, Hannah, and Mason; several nieces, nephews, cousins; and extended family.
Family will receive friends from 10-10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 245 N. Amos, Springfield. Funeral Mass: 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at St. Agnes Church with the Rev. Robert Jallas, celebrant. Burial will follow at West Grove Cemetery in Thayer, Ill.
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