Helen J Hooper Obituary
Helen J Hooper (Smith Center, Kansas) passed away on September 2, 2026. Helen, born on March 14, 1934, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Helen J Hooper to show support.
Helen will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Helen will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Helen’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Leonard Patman and Marie Patman (Stanley); her daughters, Suzan Kern and Sheila Germeroth; and her son-in-law Donald Kern.
She is survived by: her daughter Sharon Hooper; and her sister Norma Garretson of Smith Center, KS.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, September 9th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Rentschler Family Mortuaries Simmons Rentschler Mortuary (116 W 1st St, Smith Center, KS 66967). A celebration of life was held on Thursday, September 10th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Evangelical Free Church (1107 N Main St, Smith Center, KS 66967).
