Helen Marie McDowell's obituary , Passed away on May 1, 2022 in Ottumwa, Iowa

Helen Marie McDowell

September 24, 1943 - May 1, 2022 (78 years old)

Ottumwa, Iowa

Helen Marie McDowell's obituary , Passed away on May 1, 2022 in Ottumwa, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory

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Helen Marie McDowell

September 24, 1943 - May 1, 2022 (78 years old)

Ottumwa, Iowa

Helen Marie McDowell Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Helen Marie McDowell of Ottumwa, Iowa, born in Monroe, Iowa, who passed away on May 1, 2022 at the age of 78. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Helen Marie McDowell to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John Popson and Irene Popson (Biros); and her siblings, William Popson and Shirley Playle. She is survived by: her children, Jan McDowell (Peter Van Veld) of Newport News, Virginia and Jon McDowell of Rockford, Illinois; her grandson John Hansen of Richmond, Virginia; her stepgrandchildren, Peter Lord (Julie) of McFarland, Wisconsin and Megan Lord of Madison, Wisconsin; her great grandchildren, Ella, Gracie and Betsy; and her siblings, John Popson (Martha), Bob Popson, Kathryn Cernic (Matt), Jeanne Popson (Steve Miller) and Joyce Shaw (Terry). She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory



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Sep 24

Graveside service

St. Mary's Cemetery
Lovilia, IA 50150

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Sep 24

Celebration of life

St. Patrick's Parish Hall
200 Trinity Ave, Melrose, IA 52569

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