Obituary

Osborn, Helen M., 91, Johnstown, passed away November 3, 2012 at home with her loving daughter, Joanne by her side. Born June 30, 1921 in Harrisonville, Fulton County, daughter of the late Wishart C. and Alice Blanche (Wink) Deshong. Preceded in death by loving husband, Robert, April 1983 and brothers DeKalb and Ralph. Survived by children, Robert and Carol (Palumbo), Windber; Sandra and Vernon Negus, Richford, NY; Donald and Susan (Calik), Johnstown; loving daughter, Joanne, at home and David, Lawrenceville, GA; grandchildren, Christopher and wife Jennifer, Richford, NY; Robert, Hollsopple; Jennifer and husband, Curt Northrop, Woodbury, CT; Donald, Hollsopple and Matthew, Johnstown; great-grandchildren, Libby and Seth, Woodbury, CT and brother-in-law, John, CA and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Helen was a graduate of Johnstown High School, 1939; worked 41 years for PRR; Conrail; Penn Central and Amtrack as head ticket clerk in Johnstown until her retirement in 1981. She and her husband, Robert were enthusiastic Thoroughbred race horse owners and breeders from the early 60’s until his death. They watched their horse’s race from Maine to Florida and made many wonderful friends. Helen continued owning or going to the races until her death. She was an avid reader and loved music of all kinds. She also enjoyed traveling and at the age of 75, parasailed in Acapulco. She enjoyed going to casino’s with friends and family and spending winters in Florida. Helen was a member of the Belmont United Methodist Church. Her quiet strength and loving heart will be forever remembered and sadly missed. At the request of the deceased, there will be no viewing. A private memorial service will be held at a later date at the family’s convenience. The family request’s, in lieu of flowers, please make donations to Windber Hospice 600 Somerset Ave. Windber, PA 15963. Arrangements in care of the Hindman Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., 1521 Frankstown Rd. “Exclusive Provider of Veterans and Family Memorial Care.”