Helen Benton Boley

I had Helen in my life since i was about 8 years old, she is the sweetest and kindest soul and so are her kids. She was there for big times in my life , like when parents built a greenhouse in Arena.I can still see Eric on the roof with my dad and uncle Larry. And the small times just hanging out at her house in Arena and AZ or our house. 40 years later, I will always think of her smiling . Love You Always Dawn Albrecht Radke

Helen, you are such a beautiful lady inside and out. It seems as though you were forever young. Your sweet voice and radiant smile are what I remember the most. The memories that shine the brightest are when I was just a kid--huge gatherings, lots of laughter, and guitars and singing. Thank you for being such a lovely soul. One memory I have that always makes me laugh out loud is when you called my parents, Duane and Connie Albrecht, to let them know of Clovis's passing. What a sassy cat! Because it was winter, you were unable to bury him and couldn't bear leaving him without a proper send off. Your plan? Stick him in the freezer until spring. You became quite worried that if something happened to you and Jimmy, Clovis would be found. So, you swore my parents to secrecy that they were to go and grab Clovis from the freezer before anyone else knew he was there. Helen, you were always such a hoot! Your beautiful life is a testament to how people should live--full of joy, passion, and most importantly, genuine kindness. With love, Erica (Albrecht) Walter

Helen: A beautiful person who was a fighter for peace and justice ever since I first met her in the 60s. She was a totally uplifting soul - always a smile, always so happy to see you, and always in the heart of what was going on in politics. I loved that about her! Our sincere sympathies to her family who I look forward to seeing on Friday at my "Home Church" on the square.

Dearest wonderful mother friend and human!!! I am so grateful you graced my life for 46 years, since I was 16 years old!!! I will miss being able to call you, write you and visit you...you were so loving and kind to me!!! Your influence permeates my life...as truly you were my second mother!!! You taught me how to pickle, can and make jam!!! You embraced me with compassion and understanding!!! I send my love and comfort to Jimmy and your dear children, precious grandchildren and great grand babies!!! May we all carry forward your kindness and your laughter and your concern for humanity!!! You will always be my hero!!! I miss you!!! I love you!!! Forever.... dear one, rest in peace!!! Always, Loraine

I am a friend of Helen's namesake daughter Helen, so I did not know her, but I have to say I feel as though I do after that wonderful write up of her life--she lived it well and packed a lot into the time she spend here on earth. I can see where my friend Helen gets her exuberance for living. We live to be remembered, and I am sure those who knew her will cherish the gift she was to them. My condolences to all of members of this wonderful woman's family. Lorna Guimond