Helen Munther
June 8, 1926 – January 19, 2019
A funeral service will take place at Joldersma & Klein Funeral Home on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at 1:00 PM; the Rev. Fritz Kruithof officiating. Private interment will be at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park – South. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Reformed Church or the Alzheimer’s Association, c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 92, passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2019. Helen was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on June 8, 1926, the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Remeczky) Vegh. She was an avid bowler and was one of the first women in Michigan to bowl a 700. Helen was also a member of several all-star teams. She was a skilled cook and passionate gardener. Helen enjoyed crocheting, collecting antiques and spending time at flea markets. She was an active member of Bethany Reformed Church. On March 23, 1946, she married John W. Munther who preceded her in death on January 3, 2008. Helen is survived by her children, Eric (Jan) and Mark Munther; special niece, Cinda (Gary) Wolf; as well as several other nieces and nephews.
I’m so sorry for your loss. May the God (Psalms 83:18 Jehovah) of comfort and tender mercies (2 Corinthians 1:3,4) comfort your hearts while we await His Kingdom government that Jesus taught us to pray for in the Lords Prayer. Revelation 21:4,5 says it will end death…… and make all things new.
We are sorry to read of Helen\’s passing. As an immigrant to America Helen and her husband John became my second set of parents. My first pizza was at the Munther household on Vine street. In little league baseball, one of her sons was a pitcher, I became a catcher. She was the one who explained to my parents why I needed polio shots in the 50\’s, afterwards she was always known as the \”shot lady.\” She was a proud lady and was not afraid to say what she felt. Thank you Helen and John for allowing all of us kids to hang out and be part of your family.
So sorry to hear of Helens passing my mom Evie Pratt bowled with Helen for many years. Prayers to Helens family
I’m one of Flo Thomas’s daughters. I’ve known Helen & John all my life. Such memories of us kids playing while our mothers played poker. She prepared a semi–reception dinner at my home when I was married. Many times our paths would cross be it bowling or visiting with my mother’s friends (Stella, Marie, Helen, Donna). I have been touched by the years of friendships these women had and now gone. Helen was spunky to say the least and yes, Vic, she did say what she thought and was a very colorful lady. My heartfelt sympathy to Eric and Mark. She left an indelible legacy for you. I would be at the service but wintering in Alabama. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Helen was my HERO when I started bowling in the women’s majors. I watched her bowl with the men against a visiting pro team. We bought a house with John. Visited her at Bank Street flea market along with Bev Carlson. Helen and Bev prepared the dinner when my son got married. Never a close friend but always admired her.
Helen , We loved you ! You and your deceased husband John, were truly Great friends . We spend many days together bowling , fishing and entertaining at lake etc. You were a great mother , Hall of Fame bowler , and have to add Cook. You will be Missed.
I remember John and Helen fondly. Helen was a force of nature and delightful. Grace to all her mourn her loss.