Obituaries
Helen C. McCracken, 88
Helen C. McCracken, 88, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2013 at her residence.
She was the wife of Paul J. McCracken, with whom she shared 66 years of marriage this past October 12th. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Clara Seabold Sonet.
Helen had worked for the former American Seed Co. of Lancaster for 8 years. She had also worked for the former Raub Supply Co and the Maryland Casualty Company in Philadelphia.
She was a 66 year member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.
Helen was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 7294 of Millersville, and a past member of St. Philip’s Guys and Dolls. She loved to dance, especially to swing music, traveled with her husband throughout the United States and was a kind person, being a friend to all.
In addition to her husband, Paul, she is survived by her son, Richard P. married to Susan McCracken of Charleston, SC, her daughter Sharon L. married to Gerald Yeaglin of Columbia, her 5 grandchildren: Johnny, Elizabeth, Kevin, Meredith, and Bryan, and by her brother, Albert married to Evelyn Sonet of Philadelphia. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Eleanor Borkosky and Marguerite Bistline.
Friends will be received on Friday, April 26, 2013 from 10-11AM at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 558 W. Walnut St., Lancaster, PA 17603, with the Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM, the Rev. Michael Messner as Celebrant. Interment in Conestoga Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Helen’s memory to Sacred Heart Church at the above address. To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 393-9661
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Dear Paul, Richard, Sharon and families,
Sorry to here of the loss of your beautiful wife/mother/grandmother. She is a very special lady to us all. I ALWAYS enjoyed being with her. We all had a lot of fun growing up with Helen; The farm, camping, beach, Christmas parties in the basements. Remember the manican? Oh so much fun! I remember walking down to your house to have your Mom cut my hair, then into your backyard pool to wash the hair off. Apple dumplins and baked potatoes during Lent Fridays. So many fun yummy memories that I will always keep close to my heart. Helen is with our God in heaven now with her old friends awaiting for our big reunion. We have to be good now Sharon, she is really watching over us now!……..(Wolf ears).
My love and prayers are with you all.
May God bless you all!
Denise M. Darrenkamp Ohrel
Paul, Sharon, Richard and families.
,
Please know we are thinking of you at this difficult time. Helen was such a nice, caring person who was always friendly and welcoming to people. We have fond memories of her at the "farm" and at Sharon’s picnics. Our thoughts are with all of you.
Dwight and Nancy Weibel and family
To Paul and Family:
Helen was a "bright spot" at American Seed Company. It was a pleasure to be around her. She was always upbeat and friendly.
Please accept my most sincere sympathies on the loss of your Wife and Mother.
Fred Hamor
Landisville,PA
We are very sorry for your loss. She was a very kind person and wonderful aunt. She will greatly missed by everyone.
Love
Ron and linda bistline
Dear Paul, Sharon, Rich and families,
Please accept my sincere condolences on Helen’s passing. I have so many fond memories of her and all of you, especially the fun we had at the "farm" on the weekends, camping at the beach, etc.; too bad we can’t go back to those happier times. I’m so glad I had the opportunity to visit with Helen and Paul a few years ago on one of my visits to Lancaster…it was great to see both of you. My prayers are with all of you.
Esther (DeMascolo) Gillett
Glendale, AZ
