Helen Townsend

May 22, 1940 - December 1, 2025 (85 years old)

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Helen Townsend

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May 22, 1940 - December 1, 2025 (85 years old)

Washta, Iowa

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We bid farewell to Helen Townsend of Washta, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 1, 2025 at the age of 85. Helen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Helen Townsend to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Thomas Leroy and Mary Catherine Hamman (Geiger). She is survived by: her children, Jerry Lee of Washta, IA and Sandra Kay; her husband Roy Townsend of Washta, IA; her granddaughter Justine Weir (Thomas); her great grandchildren, Peyton Elizabeth, Addison Iris and Brooklyn Nicole; her granddaughter Alexandra (Erik Larson); her son-in-law James Westcott of Brandon, SD; and her grandchildren, Amanda and Tyler.

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December 5, 2025

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December 5, 2025

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“Thanks, Helen, for being there in our formative years, your guidance was beyond the call of duty and helped us to be who we are today. Will love you always and forever.”

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Dec 08

Visitation

Kingsley Funeral Home
101 W 2nd St, Kingsley, IA 51028

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Dec 08

Vigil service

Kingsley Funeral Home
101 W 2nd St, Kingsley, IA 51028

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Dec 09

Visitation

St. Michael Catholic Church
208 Brandon St, Kingsley, IA 51028

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Dec 09

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Michael Catholic Church
208 Brandon St, Kingsley, IA 51028

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