Helen E. Gorick

March 20, 1924 - October 2, 2018

HELEN E. GORICK Helen E. Gorick, 94, of Kirkwood, NY was called home to be with the Lord on October 2, 2018. She was the last surviving child of the late John and Augustia Gorick, predeceased by seven siblings, John Jr., Edward, Richard, Alfred, Albert, Amelia, and Ruth. She is survived by a nephew, Richard and Theresa Rickard; great nieces, Tracy Rickard, and Kristen (Danny) Crescenti; nieces, Gail (Larry) Tucker, Sally Shirk, Diane (Dave) Merkel, and Margaret (Jerry) Meyer; other nephews, Al (Kristi) Gorick, Dave (Pat) Gorick, and Dawson (Elaine) Guernsey; and numerous great nieces and great nephews. Helen was one of the most kind and compassionate person around town. She was known for her uplifting spirit, whether she was inspiring the children at Sunday School in the Little White Church where she was a faithful member, treating customers like family where she worked at the Conklin Pharmacy and Schneider’s Market, or offering a smile to the golfers at the Conklin Player’s Club. Helen loved to work and help people. Her heart was with her family and loving them more and more each day. She let anything just roll off her shoulders and inspired those to live each day grateful to be alive. Helen devoted her life to caring for others. The family wishes to extend their sincere appreciation to Kathy Rice for her compassionate friendship over the years and Linda Whiting for being more than the best neighbor we could have ever imagined and Helen’s Angel. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the Little White Church, Conklin, NY. Interment will be made in Chenango Valley Cemetery. Friends may call from 10-11 a.m. at the church, prior to the service. Arrangements are under the direction of the Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home, Inc. Hallstead, PA.