Helen Irene Estes

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June 2, 1929 ~ May 12, 2019

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Helen Irene Estes, 89, died Sunday, May 12, 2019. She was born in Georgetown, Kentucky on June 2, 1929 to the late Everette B. and Mary Montgomery Duncan. Irene was a member of Lexington Avenue Baptist Church for 41 years. She was a Red Cross volunteer for 25 years, past Regent of the St. Asaph Chapter of the D.A.R., former president of the Boyle County Genealogical Society, Regent for two terms of the Daughters of the Union, Faber Wells Chapter, the Chaplin of the State Branch of National Huguenot Society, a member and Chaplin of the Founders of Manakin in the Colony of Virginia and a past president of the Boyle County Homemakers (Junction City Chapter). In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Edward Estes; a daughter, Carol Ann Mortensen a sister, Mary Alice Dettner and three brothers, E.G. Duncan, Jack Duncan, and Rev. W.L. Duncan She is survived by a son, David Edward (Ellen) Estes; four grandchildren, Alexander Estes, Nathaniel Estes, Adam Estes and Benjamin Estes. The graveside service will be 12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Camp Nelson National Cemetery. Rev. Basil Hall will officiate. Visitation will be 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Thursday at Stith Funeral Home in Danville. Memorial donations are suggested to Lexington Avenue Baptist Church Building Fund. Visitation: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Thursday at Stith Funeral Home in Danville Graveside service: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Camp Nelson National Cemetery.

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  1. Irene was a special lady at LABC. Always interesting to talk to & interested in everything. She loved cooking (& was a great cook) for our monthly Fun Living Hearts group. She shared her Mexican Chicken Spaghetti recipe with me, which is delicious & I will treasure as it is in her hand writing.

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  2. When the state demolished the Viaduct and rebuilt it, I learned that her husband had designed the bridge. So I asked the highway dept. If she could be the first to drive across the new viaduct, She was thrilled

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  9. Irene was a humble servant of God and Others, as Christ had taught. A faithful Christian, loving and supporting wife, Mother and grandmother, she set the example for us all. We will miss her quiet strength and kind soul.

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  11. I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I have nothing but warm memories of my time in your home growing up. Best Wishes

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  12. Irene was absolutely one of the nicest women I have ever known. When I moved to the Danville area about 24 years ago I met her at the Boyle County Genealogical Association and we became friends. In fact, she and I tried for years to connect her husband Ed\’s Crabtree line to my husband\’s line but just could not seem to get it done. She was so encouraging to me over the years and I loved her as a Christian friend and fellow history lover. She had many heartbreaks over the years, but she always handled them well and was a blessing to be around. I am very sorry for the loss to your family and also the great loss to Boyle County and its entire surrounding community. God bless you all.

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  13. Irene was such a wonderful person. She was a part of the Saturday Morning breakfast club and was always so sweet! I will miss her and her best friend, Rose. There aren\’t many people in this world as good as she was. I will miss driving past her house and her waving at me. Love you Irene! Rori Tyler

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  14. Dear Estes Family,
    Although I did not know Irene personally, I was encouraged with her resolve and faithfulness to not only be a member of our society but also her passion for history and family as evidenced by her service. She is missed of course by your family but also our society. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. If we can be of any assistance please let us know.
    Blessings, Sam Massey, 2023-2025 National Chaplain, The Huguenot Society Founders of Manakin Colony in Virginia huguenotmanakin.org

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