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Helen Rearden Obituary

The family announces the passing of Helen Rearden (Sumter, South Carolina) on September 8, 2026. Helen was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Helen Rearden to show support.

Helen will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Helen by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Helen is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Helen’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Col. James Robert Rearden and Anne Lucile Watts Rearden.

A funeral service was held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Church of the Holy Cross (335 N Kings Hwy, Sumter, SC 29154). A burial was held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 at the Church of the Holy Cross Cemetery (335 N Kings Hwy, Sumter, SC 29154).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elmore-Hill-McCreight Funeral Home and Crematory



Sat

Sep 19

Funeral service

Church of the Holy Cross
335 N Kings Hwy, Sumter, SC 29154

Sat

Sep 19

Burial

Church of the Holy Cross Cemetery
335 N Kings Hwy, Sumter, SC 29154

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