McALPINE, Helen

December 31, 1924 to August 21, 2020

Helen McAlpine (nee Geier), in her 96th year, passed away suddenly at
Chartwell Elmira Long-Term Care Home on Friday, August 21st, 2020. She
was the last of ten siblings of the late Frank and Laura Geier.

Helen was the beloved wife of the late Joseph McAlpine (2007). Cherished
mother of Brian (Lynda), Joan Bloomfield (Brian), Karen McAlpine, Michael
(Jannette) and Cathy McAlpine. Loving grandmother of Erin (Scott), Leeann
(Justin), Jody, Jessica (Mike), Teresa (Steve), Paul (Sarah), Jordan
(Colleen), David (Nikki), and the late Diane (2000). Fondly remembered by
13 great-grandchildren.

Helen was known for her excellent German cooking and also her lemon
meringue pies. She always had a smile and a quick wit: one of her
favourite sayings was "Life is what you make it." Mom has now taken her
seat at the euchre table with her deceased friends and husband, Joe.

Family would like to thank the staff at Chartwell Elmira for their care
and compassion for Mom over the years.

Visitation will be held at Gilbert MacIntyre and Son Funeral Home, Dublin
Chapel, 252 Dublin St, N, Guelph, on Tuesday, August 25th from 1 - 2 p.m.
with a private family service to follow. Interment at Marymount
Cemetery, Guelph.

If so desired, memorial donations to Alzheimer Society would be
appreciated by the family. Cards are available at the funeral home
(519-822-4731) or online donations and condolences can be made
on our website.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions please register for a visitation time on the
funeral home website. Masks are required to be worn before entering the
funeral home.