Helen “Curly” Avery

In Loving Memory of Helen Avery

Helen peacefully departed this earthly life for her heavenly home on Saturday, July 27, 2024.

Helen Avery, affectionately known as Curly, was born on November 28, 1947 to the loving union of John Earl Avery, Sr. and Angeline Lee Avery in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Born into a family of strong Christian faith, Helen made the decision to live a life committed to Christ at an early age as a member of Tabernacle Community Baptist Church where her family worshipped. From childhood through her adulthood, Helen’s relationship with God remained the guiding force in her life.

Helen received her formal education from the Milwaukee Public School system attending Lincoln High School, graduating from Riverside High School in 1967..

Helen lived life on her own terms. She was a warm spirit with a vibrant smile that resonated through every space she graced. Loving, Classy, Sophisticated, Daring, Determined, Dedicated – are just a few superlatives which aptly describe Helen. She possessed a penchant for the finer things in life and enjoyed taking time to pamper herself.

Helen brought joy to the life of her family that will be sorely missed.

She was preceded in death by her loving parents, John Earl Avery, Sr. and Angeline Lee Avery; a brother, Echo Avery; two sisters, Mary Jo Avery and Ester Lee Avery.

She leaves to cherish her memory: brothers, John Avery, and Gerald Avery; sisters, Fannie Avery and Katherine Smith, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

Visitation from 11:00 AM – 12:45 PM, followed by a service at 1:00 PM, on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Krause Funeral Home, 7001 West Brown Deer, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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