Helen Marie Burwell, 94 went to join her Lord and Savior in Heaven on Thursday September 22, 2022, joining her husband Bill, and many other family and friends that went before her.

Helen lived in Arcola all of her young life graduating from Arcola High School.  She married the love of her life, William Burwell on June 12, 1948 and they lived out their life in Urbana raising 3 children, eldest, Richard Burwell (Paula), Allen Burwell (Pam), Teresa Twigg (Tom).  She went on to become a beautician, working in several small salons, then taught beauty school and later opened a shop in her home.  She served many of her family and clients over the years.  She enjoyed crocheting and made many afghan blankets.  She was an avid camper, enjoyed square dancing and played cards with friends on a regular basis.

Helen was blessed to have 6 grandchildren, Jim (Trish), Susan, Anna, Christy (Jim), Tyler (Brittany), Laura (Douglas) and 8 great grandchildren, Amber, Jamie, Britny, Chelsea, Rylee, Emersyn, Charlee and Harper.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents, husband , Bill, brothers, Paul (Lillian), Don (Pete), Linden (Lou) Burlie and Jerry (Sue).  She leaves behind many who loved her, including the wonderful staff at Country Health in Gifford and her best friend and roommate of the last several years, Melba Johnson.  I hope all of you never forget what a wonderful part of her life you became.  Thank you!

Funeral service will be held 3:30 p.m. Monday September 26 at Renner-Wikoff Chapel, 1900 S. Philo Rd., Urbana with visitation from 1:30 to 3:30.  Pastor Jon Scott and Pastor Bret Hammond will officiate.  Burial will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday September 27 at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Mayview.

Condolences may be offered at www.renner-wikoffchapel.com