Helen M. Kitchin

Helen M. Kitchin (nee: Goellner) of St. Charles, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her parents, Aloysius A. Goellner and Ellen Foley; her beloved husband, John "Jack" C. Kitchin Sr.; one son, Kevin W. Kitchin; and two siblings, Aloysius H. Goellner and Doris M. Kitchin.

Helen is survived by her children, John C. (Carol) Kitchin Jr. and Stephanie A. Alberts; one sister, Lucille J. Brown; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; ; and former daughters-in-law, Patricia Kitchin and Janie Ritthamel.

Helen was the definition of dedicated. If she wanted to do something, she was determined to do it. Even at the age of 90, Helen wanted to learn to play piano and began taking lessons. She was a talented seamstress; always with crochet needles in her hands. She crocheted many afghans and an array of handsewn gifts for family and neighbors over the years. She danced in the chorus line Fabulous Feet for 20 years and sewed every outfit they wore for competitions. Helen was especially interested in genealogy and learning about her German heritage. She remained connected with her distant relatives in Germany. Helen will be remembered for her sharp sense of humor, giving personality, and most of all, as a devoted wife and mother. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Memorial contributions are may be made in Helen's name to the Alzheimer's Association.