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Rhyno; Mary Ellen “Helen”

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Rhyno – Mary Ellen “Helen”, 90, of Milton, Queens County, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool with her family by her side.
Born in Liverpool, “Helen” was a daughter of the late George and Jean (Stevens) Westhaver.
Helen was known for her cooking and worked at various restaurants such as Lanes Privateer Inn, Horse Shoe Tavern and the Sportsman Restaurant. Helen was a yoga instructor for many years and was also a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Helen loved to spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren
Helen is survived by daughters, Elaine (Donald) Whynot of Liverpool, Joanne Rhyno of Liverpool, Marjorie of Lethbridge, Alberta, Cindy Lou (Kevin) Borden of Italy Cross, Valerie of Milton, Cathy (Gregory) Zwicker of Milton; son, Stephen of Western Head; A number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren and great great grandchild. Brothers, Maurice (Judy) of Ontario, Victor (Judy) of Mersey Point, Fred (Peggy Williams) of Liverpool.
Besides her parents, Helen was predeceased her husband, Clarence; son, Richard and daughter-in-law Isabel, grandson Darren, sisters, Margaret, Marion Dolliver, Elva Roy, Sheila Rhyno, Gladys Hurshman and Judy Parnell; brothers, Burton, James, Victor and Reginald, sons-in-law John Cosby and Lambert Roy.
Visitation will be held Sunday, October 9, 2022 from 7 until 9 p.m. with funeral service being held Monday, October 10, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. both in Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool, NS. Bishop Charles Hunt officiating. Cremation to follow. Burial will take place at a later date in Milton Community Cemetery. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to S.H.A.I.D.. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com.
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  1. Belinda Wentzell Delong

    My condolences to all of Helen’s family left behind,back in the day we were CB friends 1970’s early 80’s …Every now and then over the years when we would meet up,we talked about the good old days and the friends we made through CB and our husbands and the ones that have gone on ahead..You were a great person and friend Helen,you will be missed by all who knew you. May you be R.I.P with your family and friends that have gone on ahead.

  3. Charlotte, Bobby and Peggy Kelley

    To all of Helen’s family. Please accept our sincere condolences. May your wonderful memories help you through the difficult days ahead. Rest now dear Helen…you will be missed.

  4. Patricia & Rickey Whynacht

    Wow where has the years gone? Never was there a more beautiful person than Helen. She Always made me feel special when ever we met. I always enjoyed visiting her and Joe, they were two of my favorite people. I feel sad for Cathy for I know that she and her siblings will miss their perfect Mom. You are now home my beautiful sister, the world will be a little lonelier place without you. Thanks for the good memories That both Patricia and I will always have of you and your family.

  5. Cathy Parnell

    I would like to send my sincere condolences to all Aunt Helen’s children. I am so sorry I won’t be able to attend as I will be away. I am thinking of you all and sending thoughts, prayers and big Hugs. Love you all. May you R.I.P. AUNT HELEN❤

  6. Peggy and Richard Hatt

    I am so very sorry that Helen has passed .She was one in a million ,a very nice lady Please accept my deepest condolences .Sincerely Peggy Hatt

  7. David and beattiè barnes

    We are so sorry to hear OF HELENS PASSING WE SEND OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY HELEN WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON SHE WILL BE MISSED

  8. Marilyn Whynot

    To Helen’s family sending my condolences . She will be missed by all that knew her. Hold close special memories spent together as a family .

  12. Karen Miller

    I am sorry to hear of Helen’s passing. I found her alway kind, willing to share and a gentle being. and now doubt will be very much missed. My condolences to her extensive family.

  14. Joan Roy Tiffany

    So sorry to hear this. She leaves behind a legacy of love. She will be missed. My condolences to her remaining family❤️

  15. Hartlen Bonnie

    To my dearest friend Marjorie and family,
    There are no words to express how saddened I feel with the loss of your mother and patriarch of your family. I got to see her on her 89th birthday and she was my Helen/Ma; and I felt that it may have been the last time, so I left comforted by, what may be my last memory of her in person. She was my swimming buddy at White Point, we shared the drive almost every day. These are the things that will comfort me, I am sure you as a family also have wonderful memories too. The one thing I do know for certain, when she said “ I love you “ I knew it was so. So ma, I know you are with your family and are finally at peace, so one last thing, I will see you soon, Okie, Dokie Ma! I love you Marjorie! With sincere condolences, Bonnie Gay Hartlen/Norman Edward Rafuse.

  19. Kathi Parlee

    This is such sad news. Mom and I worked with Helen at Lanes in the 80s – she was so kind, and always calm. In later years I spent many hours sharing adult swim with her at the Milton Pool. I always got a hug when we met. My sincere condolences to all who loved her. Rest easy, sweet Helen.

    Kathi (Harding) Parlee

  20. Marina & Corey Foley

    So sorry for the families loss. The neighborhood will sure miss her. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

  21. Sandra Turpin

    I am so very sorry to hear of Helen’s passing. She was such a warm and special lady, both inside and out. My most sincere condolences to her entire family. God Bless.

  22. Judy Hyson

    I’m so sorry to hear of Helen’s passing! She was a very nice person!May she RIP. My condolences to her family!

  24. Margaret Leslie

    So Sorry To Be reading this i grew up knowing her she still spoke and remembered me when we seen each other in town RIP Helen

  25. Anne Laws

    To all of Helen’s family,
    Sending you heartfelt sympathy on your loss of this lovely lady.
    Helen, you inspired me with your yoga classes and your kindness. I will always remember you with fondness.

  26. Walter Miller

    My sincere condolences to Helen’s family, knew her and Joe since CB days. Walter ( Wally) Miller

  28. Betty Shupe

    Sincere condolences to Helen’s family. Enjoyed many years with Helen in her Yoga class. RIP Helen

  30. Danny& Diana Hirtle

    Sending our deepest condolences to all of Helen’s family . Thinking of you all .

  32. gloria aulenback and

    gloria aulenback.
    october 8 th at 12:20 am

    i am so sorry to hear of helens passing. my thoughts and prayers
    are with you at this sad ttime. she was a great lady and loved to talk
    in the grocerie store.

  33. Pam and Wayne Westhaver

    Our condolences to the family , sorry for your loss, she was a very nice lady.

  34. Shelley Mansfield

    Patsy(Niki) Joanne(Anne) and family: Thinking of you all at this sad time! When I was a kid I would visit with Anne often and with my parents . Mom and dad would talk to her and Joe on the cb . Niki spoke of her often and kept me updated on how she was . Please accept my sincere condolences.

  35. Sharon Westlake

    To Joanne and family. I’m so sorry to hear of your Mom passing. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Takecare.

  36. Sherri Harrington

    Sending heartfelt condolences to all the family. Helen was a sweet ,kind, caring lady, I will miss our chats. Thinking of all of you at this sad time, take care❤️

  38. Shirley Shot

    To Helen’s family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Helen was a beautiful person always thinking if others, she taught Yoga at Night School for years. Her family was her life! Blessings

  40. Rosalee Smith

    Valerie and all of Helen’s family … sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful yoga teacher and a gentle sweet soul all around.

  41. Brian & Pam Foley

    We’ve known Helen all our lives, being Brian’s aunt, and the mother of one of my closest friends since we were 12 years old. I took only one of her yoga classes more than 20 years ago, and felt aching in every bone in my body, even my fingertips….yet she could tie her own body into knots. She was a kind, sensitive, talented lady, and will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

  42. Darlene Trimm

    To all Helens family . I So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady, I was lucky enough to frequent her home when Valerie and I were teenagers. Great memories from those days. Darlene Trimm

  43. Tammy Lannan

    To Patsy & Families
    I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful mom. She was the sweetest person I knew. So very kind. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
    May she RIP

  44. Sandra Thomson and Mona

    To all of Ellen’s family: our very deepest sympathy on the passing of Ellen. We have many fond memories of sitting around the table and talking about literally everything. One of Gladys’ favorite sisters and one of our most favourite aunts. Memories last forever! Prayers for comfort and the peace of God… Sandy (Ron) and Mona

  45. Maryann and Scott Rhyno

    To Helen’s family,
    It is with heavy hearts we send our condolences. Helen was a wonderful lady who will be missed by all who knew her. Cherish your memories as they will help you in the difficult days ahead. Rest easy aunt Helen
    Scott and MaryAnn

  46. John (Philson) Rhyno

    Condolences to Helen’s family. She will be missed. She was a very classy lady and I will miss her.

  47. Betty Whynot and Erin ingram

    To the Rhyno family,

    We are so sorry for your loss. Mom and I are sending our sincerest condolences to each one of you.

  48. Susan Mosher-Richards

    Cindy and family,I so sorry to hear that your mom has passed….hold your memories close…they help to get you over the tough days.

  49. Cindy Dalby

    Very sorry to hear of Helens passing.She always had time to stop and have a little chat. She was a very kind spirited person. My thoughts and prayers are with all her family at this difficult time.

  50. Bernadette & Danny Manthorne

    Very sorry to hear of Helen’s passing .Thinking of you at this difficult time.

  51. Lynn (Leah) Kempton-Lowe

    Dear Valerie and family,
    I was so sorry to hear that your Mother has passed away. She was a very special lady and will be missed by all who knew her.
    My love and prayers are with you all, as you go through this very difficult time in your lives.
    Treasure all of the good memories and know that you were blessed to have your Mom with you for as many years as you did.
    Big hugs to you all,
    Lynn xoxo

  52. Diane Munro

    To Helens family
    Many years ago I took yoga lessons from your Mom. She was so patient with me during the many sessions. My sincere condolences to you all.
    Sincerely Diane Munro

  53. Cindy and Theodore Hanley

    To Helen’s Family,
    We would like to send our sincere condolences.Helen was
    A kind and lovely lady and will be sadly missed by all of
    Those that knew her.Hold on to all of your beautiful memories
    And this will help get you through this difficult time.

  54. Bob and Karen Barnes

    Sending our heartfelt condolences to all of Helen’s loved ones. Bob spent many hours at Helen and Joe’s home and farmyard in his younger years and has many fond memories of them both. Helen’s scoldings (which were well deserved) were mixed with care and concern and her homemade bread was the best. She was a sweet lady.

  55. Janes & Tanya Grant

    Our sincere condolances to the entire family. Helen was a wonderful lady. Moosehill Monarche❤️

  56. Elizabeth (Richards) Bamford

    Cindy – my thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time. She was wonderful. Hugs

  57. Sharon &Barry Levy

    Joanne, Patsy ,All of Helen’s Family :
    So sorry to read of your mom’s passing. She was a lovely lady .
    Thinking of you at this sad time. Sending sincere sympathy ❤️

  60. Barb and Lorne Redmond

    We were very saddened to read the news of Helen’s passing.
    To know her was to love her.
    We extend our deepest condolences to all the family.

  61. Daphne Ackermann

    My sincere sympathy to all Helen’s family and friends. I was lucky to have known Helen well many years ago. So, I know how much she will be missed.

  62. Sheila lynch rhyno

    The end of an Era. So many beautiful memories of Aunt Helen. Affectionately she and her sisters were known as the snoop sisters, a term of endearment. She was the last and is now joined in heaven with them all. I can picture them all together again. ❤️ rest in peace dear helen

  63. Morag

    I was asked by Helen if I would sing at her funeral. I was so happy to be able to do that for her but unfortunately I am in hospital in Ontario. I was grateful to be able to listen to the funeral into the sweet messages by her family and friends I give you my sincerest condolences and will always miss her warm hugs and sweet smile God bless you all.

  64. Janet Parnell

    Sorry to all of Aunt Hellen’s family for their loss, she will be missed by all who loved her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  65. Fern Leaman

    My sincere condolences in the passing of your Mom, I know you have many wonderful memories to share during this difficult time. She was a great Mom and truly loved her family.Hugs to all

  66. Bruce Theriau

    To all of the Rhyno Family:

    So sorry to hear of Helen’s passing, my thoughts are with you during these difficult times.

  67. Wendy Westhaver

    I’m so very sorry for your loss. Aunt Ellen was a beautiful person. She like all of her sisters reminded me so much like Nanny Westhaver. Sweet, kind, gentle and loving. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time.

  68. Paul and Gloria Whynot

    Our condolences to Helen’s family,

    We are very sorry for your loss. I knew Helen for years and she was a very kind and caring lady. She will be missed. Take care and remember her with special thoughts and love.

  69. Pat Lohnes

    To Joanne and Family
    Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Thinking of you and your family at this very sad time. Pat and Doug Lohnes

  70. Karen Minard

    I am sorry to read of Helen’s passing. I took Yoga lessons from Helen many years ago. She was such a kind & gentle person. I was always amazed by how flexible she was & how she could get herself in all sorts of positions. A great lady.

  71. Holly Smith

    To the Rhyno family,
    Sending deepest sympathy to you all in the loss of your dear Mom Helen. I remember she and your Dad spending time with my grandparents,that’s a very long time ago! But Helen always remembered me whenever I saw her, and we would have a nice chat.
    What a truly special woman she was! She raised a wonderful family, and you will all miss her, but will find peace and comfort in the love she spread to each of you, and in the community as well.
    Thinking of you all…I know it will be difficult adjusting to her not being with you…but.she is home now with your Dad and many others dear to her heart.
    Holly Smith

  72. Evelyn Everett

    To Helen Family I am so sorry for your loss.Helen and I use to hang around together when we was younger.RIP

  73. Carol Jollimore

    So sorry to hear of Helen’s passing. Sincere condolences to all of the family. I so enjoyed the years spent with Helen,s yoga class and our get together lunches.She loved her fish and chips.

    Carol Jollimore

  74. Joyce parks

    To Helen’s family. My thoughs and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Love all our visits, RIP my sweet friend.

  75. Bev Stewart

    Very sorry to hear of the death of this lovely lady, Helen. We send our condolences to all her family.
    Sincerely,
    Bev & Malcolm

  76. Karen Hathaway

    So sorry for the loss of your mother ,my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family members.my condolences .

  77. John Nowe

    My heart is truly broken Helen was the best neighbor anyone could ask for I am truly going to miss her the hill will not be the same without her, to all of her great family I offer my sincere condolences.

  78. Deb , Chuck Sponagle -Taylor

    My heartbreaks for you her family.
    I am so thankful for the privilege to have worked with Helen with wonderful fond memories.
    Biggest hugs and sincere condolences.

  79. Barbara McLeod

    So very sorry to hear of Helen’s passing. Your Mom was a lovely person who always had a smile and hello. R.I.P. Helen you are missed.

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