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In Memory

Helen Beckstrom (Wedel) - Class of 1919

Helen B. Wedel, 89, died on June 12, 1992 in a nursing home in Nehalem, Oregon.  She had been visiting her sister when she was taken ill.  Helen was born December 14, 1902 in Montpelier the daughter of Dr. Herman and Hulda Carlson Beckstrom.  She graduated from Montpelier High School and the DePaul School of Business in Chicago.  She was employed at the First National Bank and the First Security Bank.  She was married to Lee Wedel in August 1936.  He preceded her in death November 1, 1986.  She was active in the community, Eastern Star, Kensington Club and had been chairman for the March of Dimes.  Helen was a life-long resident of Montpelier.  She accepted many difficult health problems with great courage.  She is survived by her sister.  Graveside services were held Tuesday, June 16 at the Montpelier Cemetery.