Helen Louise Donnelly Medeiros, born in 1944, left this life unexpectedly on December 23, 2014 age 70. She was the only child of the late Edward and Dorothy (Leonard) Donnelly of North Dighton and the loving wife of William Medeiros. Her family was the center of her life and she often told friends how blessed she felt to have such a wonderful family. Helen adored and was extremely proud of her son, Eamon and his lovely wife Stacie. Helen lived for her two grandchildren, Liam and Zoey Helen Medeiros. She grew up in North Dighton and lived many years in Taunton. Faith was a strong influence on Helen and she was a communicant of the former St Joseph’s Church in North Dighton and St Mary’s Church in Taunton. Helen was retired from the Taunton Public Library after many years. She was a graduate of Bridgewater State College and her love of books, literature and poetry continued throughout her life. Active in politics, she was a Massachusetts delegate to the Democratic National Convention for Presidential Candidate George McGovern in 1972. Helen had a deep love for Ireland and all things Irish. She traveled to Ireland many times with her son, her parents and with friends. She remained very close to her family and friends there and Crosserlough, County Cavan became her second home. Her generous and kind spirit brought joy to all who knew her. Her outer and inner beauty always shined and will continue in the fond memories of her family and friends. Funeral from the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington Street in Taunton Tuesday, December 30th at 10 AM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St Nicholas of Myra Church, 499 Spring St, North Dighton at 11 AM. Calling hours on Monday from 5-8 PM. Interment will be at St Joseph Cemetery in Taunton. In lieu of flowers donations in Helen’s memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association are welcome.
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