Obituary of Helen Louise Hanrahan (Voss, Bourke)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Predeceased by her loving husbands, Victor A. Voss (1982), Seamus (Jim) Hanrahan (2010), and Ronald Andrews (2019). Loving mother of Terry, Michael (2018), Susan (Stephen), Thomas (Julie). Grandma to Samantha, Alex, Rachel (Justin), Rebecca, Connor, William, Jack, and Eric. Great-Grandma to William, Lucas, Abel, and Wesley. Sister to Thomas Bourke (2021), Peter Bourke (2004) (Lois), and Elizabeth Roden (Paul).

Helen was a teacher for almost 30 years, with the bulk of her years at St. John’s in Weston and St. Clement’s on Bloor. She passed her love of games onto her kids and grandkids. She was a card shark, a master at bridge, euchre, bid euchre, and poker. She also played most racquet sports, including tennis, badminton, and pickleball. She sang in 2 choirs, Fun Chorus at Ancaster Seniors, and with the Glancaster Choristers. She was a member of St. Ann’s Parish for 30 years.

As per her wishes, cremation has taken place, and-a private family burial will be held. A Memorial Mass will take place at St. Ann’s Parish, 11 Wilson St W, Ancaster, on Saturday, August 17, at 11 a.m. If so desired, donations may be made to the Cancer Assistance Program.