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Ruth Laureyne Helwig, of Hanover, passed away after a brief illness at Hanover and District Hospital on Friday, July 11, 2025. She was 87.
Born in Hanover on April 19, 1938 to the late Charles and Ruth (nee Litt) Banks. Laureyne worked various throughout her life until retirement. She was a talented artist and enjoyed knitting and crocheting for everyone.
Survived by son Scott (Rita) Helwig of Edmonton and daughter Lisa (Jerome) Stroeder of Carrick Township. Loved grandmother of Allan (Amber), Bob (Ariel), Heather (Tyler), Julie (Ryley) as well as her dear great grandchildren Glen, Aria, Hendrix, Wyatt, Kylie and Jase. Remembered by her siblings Harriet (Cliff) Rier of St. Thomas, Dawn (Jim) Davies of Port Elgin and sister-in-law Helen Banks of Windsor as well as many nieces, nephews and their families. Special godmother of Darell Peter. Predeceased by her husband Glen, son Todd Helwig, sister Georgia (Lloyd) Peter and brothers Bev Banks and Ray Banks.
Family and friends are invited to a Funeral Service held at Mighton Funeral Home on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00 am. Denis McCarroll officiating. Interment to follow in Neustadt Baptist Cemetery. A time of fellowship will follow the interment at the Neustadt Community Hall.
Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or to the Neustadt Baptist Church would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
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Scott, Lisa and family…We were saddened to hear about the passing of your dear Mom, Laureyne. I will miss seeing your Mom and the quick “Hellos” while she sat in the Village entrance watching the people come and go. Lots of memories with our families being neighbours on the 10th to our Mom's living close again at the Village. Our Sincere Condolences to all of you. ❤️
- Karen & Craig KerrMy condolences to you and your family Lisa, on the passing of your Mother. Thinking of you.
- Louise Kazarian-HodderOh the good old days, I have so many memories of babysitting you kids. There were many nights when we wondered if your Mom and Dad were ever going to come home even though we only had to go across the road to go home.
Your Mom was such a sweet quiet lady. Cherish all the memories of your time together.
We extend our sincere sympathy to you Scott and Lisa and families in the loss of your Mom.
Garry & Linda (Klages) Lantz
Thinking about at your time of loss. Aunt Laureyne was one of a kind!
- Susan HelwigSorry for your loss lisa
- Glen gutscherDear Lisa, Scott and family members.
I was very sorry to read of your mother's passing. She was a very warm and caring person. Years ago we enjoyed many outings and lots of laughter with your parents.
Sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother.
Love Minna, Jason and Becky
Scott, Lisa and families, please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of your Mom. I have many fond memories of her from those visits at the farm when I was a young girl to when we both worked at Zehrs. Aunt Laureyne will be missed.
- Debbie and Marc BrillShe was a wonderful lady. I remember visiting when your Dad and Mom were still in the house. They always made sure to offer lots of food and drinks! Good people! And Darrell and I will cherish the painting your Mom did as our wedding gift. It's still on our wall here in Ypsilanti.
- Michele WardSending my sincerest condolences to the entire family. I enjoyed talking to Laureyne when I worked briefly at the village. Visited many times with my parents to Aunt Ruth and Uncle Charlie's house. Many, many fond memories.
Christine (Wilson) Yates
Our thoughts are with you, Scott, Lisa & families.
- Robert & Linda KlagesShe was a wonderful lady. I remember visiting when your Dad and Mom were still in the house. They always made sure to offer lots of food and drinks! Good people! And Darrell and I will cherish the painting your Mom did as our wedding gift. It's still on our wall here in Ypsilanti.
- Michele Ward
