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Bates, Helen Jane (Reid) - 71, Truro, passed away September 8, 2010 at the QEII Health Sciences Centre, Infirmary Site, Halifax. Born in Middle Stewiacke, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Frances Reid. Helen was an avid gardener, loved fishing and was always very active outdoors. She loved her family and especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by daughter, Tammy (Peter) Smith, Truro, Christa (Dwayne) Watson, Frankford, Ont.; sons, Laurie and Larry (Cindy), both of Truro, Matthew, Hilden, Trent (Debbie), Valley; sisters, Ilene Bezanson, Dean, Thelma Strong, Truro, Margaret Higgins, Musquodoboit, Violet Bezanson, Annapolis Valley, Annie Hughes, Truro, Pearl Brown, USA; 18 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles; son, Daniel; brother, Roland. Helen was an organ donor. Cremation has taken place. No visitation or service by her request. Donations in her memory may be made to a charity of choice. Arrangements entrusted to Colchester Community Funeral Home, Truro. On-line condolences may be sent to www.colchestercommunity.com

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• I will miss Helen

  Sherry Kinslow on September 10th, 2010

  “I work at Louies were Helen loved to shop. Helen always had a funny comment to make when she came in and alot of times it was more to visit and chat than buy. We new alot of people in common and some are related to both of us. We will miss her and George at Louies. My condolences to the family. Sherry”

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• To Larry,

  Mike LeGresley on September 9th, 2010

  “I am so sad to hear of the passing of your Mother. I know you have a big heart, Larry and it must be real tough for you at this time. I just want you to know that your co-workers and I are thinking of you and look forward to seeing you back. Take what ever time you need to heal the pain and know that we are there for you if you need us.
  
  
  
  Mike & the boys.”

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• Betsy Daniel on September 9th, 2010

  “Laurie, I am very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You are in my thoughts...
  
  
  
  Betsy”

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