Helen Hayes Gardner Washington's obituary , Passed away on April 16, 2025 in Birmingham, Alabama

Helen Hayes Gardner Washington

October 11, 1917 - April 16, 2025 (107 years old)

Birmingham, Alabama

Helen Hayes Gardner Washington's obituary , Passed away on April 16, 2025 in Birmingham, Alabama

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Smith and Gaston Funeral Services - Birmingham

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Helen Hayes Gardner Washington

October 11, 1917 - April 16, 2025 (107 years old)

Birmingham, Alabama

Helen Hayes Gardner Washington Obituary

The world bids farewell to Helen Hayes Gardner Washington of Birmingham, Alabama, departing on April 16, 2025 at the age of 107. Helen Hayes Gardner leaves behind memories cherished by the community. 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 Hayes Gardner Washington to show support.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Helen Hayes Gardner's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

She was predeceased by: her parents, William "Billy" Gardner and Roberta Carson Gardner; her son Donald Washington; and her daughter-in-law Melody Washington. She is survived by: her children, George Jr. (Jacquelyn), Harold, Cecil (Olivia) and Minnie (Richard Finley); and her daughter-in-law Vicki Washington. She is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews.

A celebration of life was held on Wednesday, April 23rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. Mark's Episcopal Church (228 Dennison Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35211). A burial was held on Wednesday, April 23rd 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Elmwood Cemetery.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith and Gaston Funeral Services - Birmingham



Wed

Apr 23

Celebration of life

St. Mark's Episcopal Church
228 Dennison Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35211

Wed

Apr 23

Burial

Elmwood Cemetery

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