Helen V. Hoffman July 10, 1939 - February 27, 2002 Helen was 62 years old and the dear wife of Bill; dear mother of Lori Grupas (Steve), Linda Swanson (Gary), Craig Hoffman (Lynette), Eric Hoffman, Leslie Miller (Scott) and Mitchell Hoffman (Amy); dear sister of Dorothy Kapeller and Peggy Lepine; dear grandmother of 10. Helen was a very special person. Not only was she a wonderful wife and mother, but she was a tremendous friend to all that knew her. She had an incredible way of creating and maintaining the understanding of the importance of family. Helen was always the fun mom and the mom that everyone wanted to have. We all love you Helen, and we'll miss you. Her spirit lives on through her husband, children, grandchildren, and her many friends. We will always cherish the memories she gave us. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the American Lung Association, 1118 Hampton Ave., St. Louis MO 63139-3196 or the Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital, 1465 South Grand Blvd, St. Louis MO 63104.