Helen Rose Smith

October 6, 1923 - December 3, 2017

Helen Rose Smith passed away December 3, 2017 in Tualatin, Oregon at the age of 94. Helen was born to George and Hazel (Saltzman) Preston on October 6, 1923 in Sioux City, Iowa. Helen grew up in that area and married Lawrence Mastne in the early 40's. They had four sons; Larry, Lowell, Don and Dennis. After moving to the Portland metro area. Lawrence passed away and Helen worked at the Emanuel Hospital in Portland as the Linen Supervisor for laundry services. Helen later met and married Fred Smith. They were avid enthusiasts and members of the Multnomah Channel Yacht Club. Helen enjoyed fishing, painting and traveling. A memorable trip was taken with their RV and cat with a leash to Alaska. They later moved to Newberg in the 70's. Helen is survived by her sons; Lowell, Don, and Dennis, 15 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Fred Smith, her son Larry and one granddaughter.