Helen Esther Trunkey Billings Ritchie

Helen Ritchie passed away Sunday, July 6, 2014 in Virginia Beach, Virginia. She was born to James K. and Vera B. Trunkey on February 24, 1920 in Twisp, Washington. The family moved to Lehi, Utah and then to Provo where Helen graduated from BY High. She was an attentive older sister and practically raised her brother Dale when twin baby sisters, Fern and Faye came along.

Helen married Alfred Billings and they had two sons, Jerry and Paul. She later moved to Ohio and had a successful career at National Cash Register. She met and married her second husband, Jim Ritchie in Ohio where they lived until his death. She then moved to Virginia and was lovingly cared for by her daughter-in-law, Susan Billings.

Helen was known for her quick wit and her keen sense of humor. She was an expert seamstress and quilter, creating many intricate quilted wall hangings. She loved sports and became an avid golfer with her husband Jim. She especially enjoyed the experience she had volunteering at the 1985 International Special Olympics Winter Games in Utah.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Dale, and her sons, Jerry and Paul. She is survived by her sisters, Fern Vernon (Leo-deceased) and Faye Conder (Phil-deceased), her daughter-in-law, Susan Billings and many wonderful grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 14, 2014 at the Lehi City Cemetery, 1100 North 400 East, Lehi, Utah. No prior visitation will be held. Condolences may be sent online at www.bergmortuary.com.