Helen Joan Marshall, 84, passed away Tuesday, September 12th at Davis Hospice in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Helen was born July 5th, 1933, in Vaughn, Texas to William Ray Pettit and Meekie Hudson Pettit. She was a graduate of the Providence Hospital Diploma School of Nursing in Waco, Texas in 1953. She worked as an RN from 1953-2000.
She was married to Robert George (Bob) Marshall on July 8th, 1955 and had three children. Bob and Helen were long-time residents of Laramie and Jelm, Wyoming. She worked at Gem City Bone and Joint (now Premier Bone and Joint) for 22 years. She loved living in the mountains and spending time in her greenhouse growing tomatoes. Bob and Helen were known for hosting annual 4th of July picnics and float trips on the nearby Laramie River.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert George (Bob) Marshall, parents, William Ray Pettit and Meekie Hudson Pettit.
She is survived by her children, Ruth (Dan) Nielsen of Cheyenne Wyoming, Sue (Mark) Blackley of Sheridan Wyoming, Steve (Pam) Marshall of Laramie Wyoming, as well as her brother Michael (Doris) Pettit of Texarkana, Texas, and her sister Rebecca (Ken) Adams of Killeen Texas.
Helen had six grand-children and numerous great-grand-children as well as nieces and nephews.
She will truly be missed.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to Davis Hospice, Cheyenne Wyoming or Spring Wind Assisted Living, Laramie Wyoming.
Cremation has taken place; a celebration of Helen’s life will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, September 18, 2017, at First Christian Church, 2130 Garfield, Laramie, Wyoming.
17 Comments To "Helen Marshall"
#1 Comment By Cristi Scott On September 14, 2017 @ 3:40 pm
Becky, I will be with you in spirit and love as you celebrate your sweet sister’s life. I love you.
#2 Comment By Carleen and Dale Garrett On September 14, 2017 @ 6:56 pm
Becky, You and your sisters family are in our prayers. Praying you have comfort during this time.
#3 Comment By Annette Keirn (Cassinat) On September 14, 2017 @ 10:02 pm
Sorry for your loss. We lived next door to Helen and Bob for several years and played with the kids. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed by all.
#4 Comment By Elizabeth McGregor Jarvis On September 15, 2017 @ 6:44 am
Ruth and family,
Your mother was called in to IMH on a Sunday afternoon in November 1972. I had broken my wrist and needed surgery. There was your mom in preop, assuring me everything would be fine. She soothed a twelve year old and left quite an impact. One of the reasons I too went into nursing.
I’m sorry for your loss. Prayers up.
#5 Comment By Amanda On September 15, 2017 @ 6:57 am
I am sorry you guys. I love you and think about you all.
#6 Comment By Anonymous On September 15, 2017 @ 7:31 am
Ruth, Sue, and Steve, I have so many memories of your Mom (and your Dad) that I will treasure all my life. Your Mom was such a wonderful, kind, and beautiful person that will be missed greatly. My heart is broken that I will not be there but I am there with you in spirit and prayers. I send deep condolences, thoughts, prayers, and love. Donna (Gonzales) Roper
#7 Comment By Anonymous On September 15, 2017 @ 9:02 am
Becky—Prayers for you, the family and friends whose lives were touched by your sister. May God comfort all who love and treasure Helen.
#8 Comment By Kay Kohler On September 15, 2017 @ 8:34 pm
As a medical student in the summer of 1974 I spent 8 weeks in various areas of medical care in Laramie. I spent a week in OR and met Helen, and was captivated by her knowledge, her dedication, and her Texas accent. After I returned to Laramie to practice, I enjoyed interacting with Helen in the OR. Then she moved to Gem City, but I still got to see her frequently. I learned a lot from Helen, and considered her a friend for decades. My condolences to the family she loved so much.
#9 Comment By Colleen and Dale jacobs On September 16, 2017 @ 4:34 am
Sorry for your loss you mom was a very special lady. When I went to work gem city your mom was so nice to me and she helped me learn so much. She is why I have a great job now I could never thank her enough. Sorry we can’t make it Monday will keep you in are prayers.
#10 Comment By Anonymous On September 18, 2017 @ 4:03 pm
Helen is too the reason I have the job I have now! 20 years ago she encouraged me to get into dentistry. And 20 yrs later, I’m still in density! I really admired her and looked up to her while I was at GCBJ! She will be missed!
#11 Comment By Cathy Rose On September 16, 2017 @ 6:25 am
Prayers for your family. Thinking of you and your wonderful sister. She had a great family and a full life . Will keep you in my prayers. With Love , Cathy Rose
#12 Comment By Anonymous On September 16, 2017 @ 7:44 am
From the memory care At spring wind staff linda Oakley lpn and Brittany Lovato cna we loved taking care of your mother we are going to miss her a lot prayers to you all
#13 Comment By Kay Harper Hunnicutt On September 16, 2017 @ 4:03 pm
God knows how special Helen’s life was lived. May your memories of her warm your heart throughout yours and other family members’ lives.
#14 Comment By J. Miles On September 16, 2017 @ 4:04 pm
My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. Losing someone you love is truly difficult and I know Helen will be missed. Please know our Heavenly Father holds out promises that can help us with our sorrow. One such promise is that death soon will be done away with forever (Revelation 21:4) and another promise is that “there is going to be a resurrection.” (Acts 24:15) I pray these promises from God, who cannot lie, (Titus 1:2) bring you comfort.
#15 Comment By Connie Nordberg On September 17, 2017 @ 1:18 pm
Steve, Pam and family. I got to spend the last few Thanksgivings and Christmas dinners with Helen and your family. She was very kind and definitely had a soft spot for her great grandchildren. May The Lord give you peace and may you remember all the happy, good times and special qualities of your Mom.
#16 Comment By Inge Townsend On September 17, 2017 @ 3:03 pm
Ruth, Sue and Steve. Sending you heartfelt condolences. Helen was a treasure and the best team member in the operating room. Her kindness will be remembered forever.
#17 Comment By Carol Hatcher On September 18, 2017 @ 9:58 pm
I worked with Helen at Gem City Bone & Joint for five years. She taught me patience, and perseverance in managing clinical staff and physicians…many good chats in her office with her, and Dr Curnow! Those two were great at making light of difficult situations. Peace to you now dear Helen and thoughts and prayers to your family. Glad you were able to enjoy many years of retirement!