Helen (Ruhm) Conklin's Obituary
Helen (Ruhm) Conklin, 97, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2020. She was born in Utica,NY, daughter of the late Leo and Rose (Lapinski) Ruhm. Helen was brought up in Whitesboro, NY, and was a lifelong resident of North Utica. Above all she enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially her beloved grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her beloved husband, Sgt. William J. Conklin; brothers, Leo “Bud”, and William Ruhm.
Helen is survived by a daughter, Donna A. Lyons; three grandchildren, Kristen “Krissy” Howard, Robert Lyons, and Karyn Doss; eight great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A private burial will take place in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Utica, NY. Funeral arrangements entrusted to THOMAS J. PIRRO JR. FUNERAL HOME, N. Syracuse, NY.
Contributions in Helen’s memory may be made to Humane Society of Utica, 5664 Horatio St, Utica, NY 13052.
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