Helen M. Athy
Age 99, passed away December 21, 2025. She was born November 17, 1926, in Fowlerville, Michigan, to Roy and Bessie Horton. Helen graduated from Fowlerville High School in 1944. She grew up on a farm and loved it. In 1947, Mailand and Helen got married, they were married for 61 years. For a short time, Helen worked for the State of Michigan as a Typist. She was a founding member of South Lansing Christian Church and enjoyed NASCAR racing, cats, and doing crossword puzzles.
Surviving are her children, Brian Athy, Pam Hackney, Teresa (Ed) Spencer, Rick (Debbie) Athy, and Bob Athy; grandchildren, John Athy, Tim Athy, Jeremy Athy, Nikki Athy, Josh Hackney, Jake Hackney, Jessica Hackney, Kristin Neubauer, Brandon Spencer, Courtney Trudell, Brandee Lindner, Samantha Athy, Allison Liebengood, and Lindsey Castillo; 28 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Mailand Athy; son, Doug Athy; daughters-in-law, Peg Athy and Leslie Athy; infant grandson, Christopher Hackney; brothers, Harold Horton, Howard Horton and George Horton; and sisters, Alice Hickey and Norma Hall.
The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on December 29, 2025, at South Lansing Christian Church, 6300 N. Aurelius Rd., Lansing, MI 48911. Interment will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Arrangements are by the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel
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Dave and Leslie Bohnett
December 23, 2025 at 2:18 pmAunt Helen was sweet, funny and a joy to be around! We were able to get to know her better from her visits with her sister Norma. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.
Carol Burch
December 28, 2025 at 5:26 pmSending my heart felt condolences to her daughter Pam Hackney and granddaughter Jessie Hackney. There will never be a replacement for your Mom & Grandma in your life but know that she will always be in your hearts! Jessie, I always admired your love for your Grandma and the relationships you had with her and your wonderful Mom! Sending love and lots of hugs. Carol B.
Tim Athy
December 28, 2025 at 5:58 pmMy grandma Athy (Helen) was the one person on earth who brought joy to my life every time I saw her. She had an infectious laugh and a wonderful sense of humor! Some of my best memories were going to grandma’s and spending time with her, grandpa, and the rest of the family. Now looking back, I realize that she was always the center of attention in her house because she filled it with joy for everyone to relish and enjoy.
Rest in peace with Christ grandma, the impact you made on my life will never be forgotten!
Tim