HELEN M. MCCLOSKEY

Helen M. McCloskey, 88, a resident of The Village at Morrisons Cove, formerly of Roaring Spring and Martinsburg, passed away Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, at UPMC Altoona.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Helen was born on Dec. 9, 1930, in Roaring Spring, daughter of the late John and Edna (Zook) Sell.

She married John McCloskey on Oct. 22, 1960, in Cresson. He preceded her in death on Dec. 12, 1991.

Surviving are four daughters: Jacqulyn Lockett and husband Gary, Cathy Caldwell and husband Scott, Carol Leonard and husband Mike and Susan Bumbarger and husband Sherwood; two sons: the Rev. Richard Horner and wife Betty and Brian McCloskey and wife Sherry; 18 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two nieces; and a nephew.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Marilyn Horner; nephew Randall Horner; and a grandson, Ryan Mountain.

Helen was a member of the First Church of the Brethren, Roaring Spring.

Helen was a 1948 graduate of Morrison Cove High School, Martinsburg.

She retired in 1992 as a nurse’s aide from the Presbyterian Home, Hollidaysburg, after 15 years of service.

Helen was an avid reader, crossword puzzle enthusiast and Notre Dame fan.

Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, http://www.lesliemillerfuneralhomew.com, East Freedom.