Mary Ellen Helmer, 87, of Du Quoin, passed away at 3:40 A.M., Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at the Pinckneyville Nursing and Rehab Center.
Mary had been a factory worker. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Du Quoin. Mary had also been a member of Catholic Daughters.
She was born June 18, 1934 at Du Quoin, IL, the daughter of Pete and Margaret (Phillips) Helmer.
She is survived by two sisters - Maxine Noonan of Chicago, IL and Dorothy Klein of Dorval, Canada, numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers - Peter M. Helmer and Edward Helmer and one sister - Ellenita Martinez.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M., Friday, August 6, 2021 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Du Quoin with Fr. Augustine Ibezimako officiating.
Friends may call from 9 A.M. until the time of service on Friday at the church.
Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Du Quoin.
Friends may make memorials to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Catholic Daughters and will be accepted at the funeral home.
Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.