Helga R. Gilley Obituary

Helga R. Gilley of Loretto, Tennessee passed away on September 20, 2026. Helga, born on October 8, 1939, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Helga 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 Helga will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Helga’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Rudolf Neumann and Elisabeth Goppel Neumann; and her sisters, Edith and Ingrid. She is survived by: her children, Nancy Newton, Roy Gilley, James Gilley and Michael Gilley. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to St. Jude Children's Hospital in her honor.