Celebrating the life of
Barbara Helie Clarkson
July 16, 1947 - February 07, 2014
SAVANNAH - Barbara Helie Clarkson, 66, of Savannah passed away Friday, February 7, 2014, at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Newnan, GA. Barbara was born on July 16, 1947 in Pittsfield, Massachusetts to the late Joseph Clarence and Erline Patricia Helie. She received her Bachelor's in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and her Master's in Counseling from American Technological University University of Central Texas.
Barbara was a Registered Nurse and had worked with Memorial Medical Center for more than 30 years. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Jimmy Helie. Surviving are her daughters, Kristin Turner and her husband, Peyton, of Columbus, GA, Brielle Clarkson of Savannah, and Denise Nadeau of Texas; her son, Nicholas Clarkson of Savannah; a granddaughter, Emma Kathrine Turner, and another granddaughter, Caroline Lily Turner, expected later this month; and numerous other close relatives.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, February 12, 2014, at St. James Catholic Church in Savannah. The family will receive friends from 9 AM – 10 AM at St. James. Interment is planned for 2:00 PM on Friday at Oaknoll Memorial Gardens in Rome, GA.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Southeastern Assistance in Healthcare SAIH, helping Cancer Treatment Centers of America patients and their families with non-medical expenses. Donations can be sent to 600 Parkway North, Newnan, GA 30265.
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My deepest sympathies....Barbara was such a joy to care for and always was full of pure and honest emotion. I really felt honored to be one of her doctors.
- Bair Ghazi, , GA
Kristin, Brielle, and Nicholas, my prayers are with you as you face these difficult days. Your mom will always be with you, continue to listen to her! So very sorry I couldn't be with you yesterday, we were iced in and the grandkids needed a babysitter. Hopefully we can catch up soon. Sending love and prayers. Kristin, take care with that new little one coming!
- Colette Sego, Brooklet, GA
My precious sister Barbara! You were so special to so many! I can only imagine the scores of people that you cared for during your career and in your personal life! I know the love and dedication you shared with your beautiful family! We shared a special and unending bond and I will never forget your love! GO WITH GOD my amazing sister and REST IN PEACE in the arms of His angels! I love you today, tomorrow and always! And to your children, I am here if ever you need anything! In sympathy and respect! Aunt Irene! XXXXXXXXX
- Irene Gagne, Centerville, MA
To the family of my sister Barbara. I send my love and prayers to you each day but especaily this day as you celebrate your moms life and the sadness of her passing. She will always be with you. I will cherish and remember even though it was only a few times, my days I shared with her. I wish I could be there with you all. I know we have never been able to meet yet but I do wish we could start to reach out to each other I would so love to learn more about this wonderful woman you called MOM. May Gods blessing be with you this day and always. Love from your Aunt Kathleen and Uncle James Couture
- Kathleen Couture, Fitchburg, MA
Your memory will always be of a wonderful caring kind sweet sister who always had time to tell me you loved me. I will miss you tender smile. It was an honor to know you and be a part of your life. Sleep sweet. Love you to the moon and back. Mary Nickerson
- Mary Nickerson, Harwich, MA
Dan and I send our sincere sympathy for the pain you feel and for the loss.
- Karen Lee, Savannah, GA
Brielle, Words cannot accurately express the comfort I would like to share with you and your family. I know full well that your mother is in a beautiful Place now, free of pain and worry. The Bible tells us that we do not mourn as those who have no hope, after all. But one thing I learned watching my own mother say 'see you again' to her mother is that there is never a right time; a moment when this is easy. I am on my own at school, so I won't be able to attend the Mass, but I will surely pray for your mother and your family.
- Jennifer Cadlaon, Savannah, GA
Praying for comforting remembrances of such an amazing women. We were all blessed to have known her. May memories of her bring peace and happiness to her friends and family.
- Irene Wood, Savannah, GA
Prayers from central Florida to the family of a high school classmate; may God comfort your hearts at this time of loss.
- Don Plants, Auburndale, FL
My deepest sympathies....Barbara was such a joy to care for and always was full of pure and honest emotion. I really felt honored to be one of her doctors.
- Bair Ghazi, , GA
Kristin, Brielle, and Nicholas, my prayers are with you as you face these difficult days. Your mom will always be with you, continue to listen to her! So very sorry I couldn't be with you yesterday, we were iced in and the grandkids needed a babysitter. Hopefully we can catch up soon. Sending love and prayers. Kristin, take care with that new little one coming!
- Colette Sego, Brooklet, GA
My precious sister Barbara! You were so special to so many! I can only imagine the scores of people that you cared for during your career and in your personal life! I know the love and dedication you shared with your beautiful family! We shared a special and unending bond and I will never forget your love! GO WITH GOD my amazing sister and REST IN PEACE in the arms of His angels! I love you today, tomorrow and always! And to your children, I am here if ever you need anything! In sympathy and respect! Aunt Irene! XXXXXXXXX
- Irene Gagne, Centerville, MA
To the family of my sister Barbara. I send my love and prayers to you each day but especaily this day as you celebrate your moms life and the sadness of her passing. She will always be with you. I will cherish and remember even though it was only a few times, my days I shared with her. I wish I could be there with you all. I know we have never been able to meet yet but I do wish we could start to reach out to each other I would so love to learn more about this wonderful woman you called MOM. May Gods blessing be with you this day and always. Love from your Aunt Kathleen and Uncle James Couture
- Kathleen Couture, Fitchburg, MA
Your memory will always be of a wonderful caring kind sweet sister who always had time to tell me you loved me. I will miss you tender smile. It was an honor to know you and be a part of your life. Sleep sweet. Love you to the moon and back. Mary Nickerson
- Mary Nickerson, Harwich, MA
Dan and I send our sincere sympathy for the pain you feel and for the loss.
- Karen Lee, Savannah, GA
Brielle, Words cannot accurately express the comfort I would like to share with you and your family. I know full well that your mother is in a beautiful Place now, free of pain and worry. The Bible tells us that we do not mourn as those who have no hope, after all. But one thing I learned watching my own mother say 'see you again' to her mother is that there is never a right time; a moment when this is easy. I am on my own at school, so I won't be able to attend the Mass, but I will surely pray for your mother and your family.
- Jennifer Cadlaon, Savannah, GA
Praying for comforting remembrances of such an amazing women. We were all blessed to have known her. May memories of her bring peace and happiness to her friends and family.
- Irene Wood, Savannah, GA
Prayers from central Florida to the family of a high school classmate; may God comfort your hearts at this time of loss.
- Don Plants, Auburndale, FL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
