Write a commentHelen Mitchell Henry passed away with her family beside her after a short illness on August 10, 2015.
Helen was born in Oswego, New York, on March 2, 1933, along with her twin infant brother, John. A proud alumni of the Oswego City School District, she took great pride in her spelling and writing skills. After graduation, she attended SUNY Oswego, and met her future husband, Bill. Helen went on to be the office manager for both of her family businesses, Henry Construction and Mitchell Printing, then went into her 70’s opening her own wedding business, Mitchell’s Wedding Artistry. Since her teenage years, she worked assisting her father at his printing company, interpreting for him as both he and her mom were deaf, and printing wedding invitations for thousands of local brides, often times for the children of couples she had worked with years earlier. Helen was predeceased by her parents, Weir P. Mitchell and Mary Slanski Mitchell, as well as her brother, John.
She is survived by her husband of over 55 years William (Bill) Henry; her three sons, John (Kathy), Gregg (Sue), both of Oswego and Scott (Susan) Henry of Liverpool. Her five grandchildren were the focus of her life, Megan, Drew, Tyler, Liam and Maia, along with her grand puppies, Hailey and Dirt. She was happy to share her life with many nieces and nephews.
Helen served on many local boards including the Oswego YMCA and Harborfest, and also worked with the NY State YMCA Swimming Association. A keen follower of local issues and politics, she was always actively involved in her community. She loved spending time at her camp on South Sandy Pond which her father built.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Oswego County Humane Society, 265 West First St. Oswego, NY 13126
Funeral service will be Friday 11:00AM at the Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home. Calling hours Thursday 5-7PM at the funeral home. Burial services will be private.
