DICKSON, Helen May (née Barassi)
Born March 24, 1940. Passed away September 19, 2026.
Passed away peacefully at her home in Warrnambool on September 19, 2026.
Aged 86 years
Loved and loving wife of Graham for 65 years.
Adored mother of Donna and Mark and mother-in-law of Colleen.
Cherished Nanna of Kurt and Bridey, Jacob and Nico-Marie,
Elizabeth and William, and Annabelle.
Special Nanna-Helen of Connie, Luca and Harvey.
Dearly loved sister of Kaye and Gail.
Forever loved
*****
A Memorial Service for HELEN will be held at Christ Church, Anglican Church, Henna Street, Warrnambool on MONDAY (28 September) commencing at 2.00pm.
Prior Private Burial
Click this link to view the livestream of Helen's Memorial Service.
Funeral notice
Service
Monday September 28, 2026, 2:00pm
Christ Church Anglican Church, Henna Street, Warrnambool
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Leave a tributeDear Graham, Donna, Mark and your beautiful family. I feel incredibly lucky to have known Helen and worked alongside her at Witchery.
Helen was someone I could tell absolutely anything to, without ever feeling judged. She was kind, caring, incredibly discreet and always had a wonderful sense of humour that could make you laugh when you needed it most.
She was the true epitome of a Myers lady — always immaculate, perfectly dressed, hair and makeup on point! But what made her truly special to me was the beautiful person she was inside.
She was one very special lady and will be deeply missed. I will also always smile when I think of how Helen taught me how to “not get lippy on your teeth” — one of the many little lessons and memories I will treasure forever. ❤️
October 05, 2026 2:24 pm
Treasured memories of you, beautiful, sunny Aunty Helen. Your loving nature, sparkle, cheeky giggle, devotion to family, all of us, your famed hospitality, the ubiquitous cakes and slices, passion for the footy, tennis and table tennis challenges, those unforgettable clan holidays, your style, speedy pace, love of conversation. We carry you with us Hels.
Love and thoughts to darling Uncle Graham, Donna, Mark and Colleen and all the family.
Nicole, Fredrik, Stella and TuvaSeptember 29, 2026 12:11 am
I was so sorry to read of the passing of lovely Mrs Dickson, Helen. Fond memories from my younger days in Warrnambool. May she RIP. Deepest sympathy to you all.
September 28, 2026 4:39 pm
Such a beautiful service. May Helen Rest In Peace xo
September 28, 2026 2:44 pm
Graeme Mark Donna and families. Very fond memories of "Auntie Helen". Sister in law to my dear Mum Laurel.
Condolences to you all, may you find joy in remembering all the happy times you shared in your family.
Love from Vicki Whalen (Hallett)September 28, 2026 1:43 pm
Sending love to you all ❤️ We loved Helen so much and her beautiful big smile. She will be sadly missed by us all. Love from Ray, Vikki, Alan, Narelle, Kerri, Mark, Neil, Paula and families xo
September 28, 2026 1:20 pm
🕊Our deepest sympathys goes out to Graham and his family.To Helen.I will miss your Happy kind nature,your photo tells it all. I will miss your friendy smile .You will fit right in to heaven like an Angel. 🙏
Carmen and Sean MundaySeptember 28, 2026 1:15 pm
Dear Helen,
You little rocket — always buzzing here, there and everywhere!
If you weren’t working, you were playing tennis, and what a backhand you had! I suppose we all have to slow down eventually, and you moved on to golf, a slower-paced game, you might say, until you got out on the course!
What a wonderful sports lady you were. You were always so gracious, never lost your temper, never had a bad word to say about anyone, and always had that beautiful smile on your face.
You were one of those special people who simply got on with life, enjoyed what you did and brought a bit of sunshine wherever you went.
Sportsgirl and Sussan will miss you greatly, Helen, but so will all of us who had the pleasure of knowing you.
Rest peacefully, you little rocket. ❤️
September 28, 2026 12:19 pm
Graham, Donna, Mark and families. My deepest sympathy to you all. I have wonderful memories of playing Tennis with and against Helen for many years. Rest in peace Helen.
Lorna NankervisSeptember 28, 2026 11:55 am
Graham Donna Mark& & Gail & famies The Mullane famiLY are with you in your sorrow today Farwell Lovely Helen
September 28, 2026 8:36 am
To dear Graham, Donna, Mark & Colleen and families,
Sending you all our deepest sympathies and much love on the passing of beautiful Helen.
We will always remember Helen’s bubbly and happy nature and big smile, and the many Easter holidays we enjoyed together where Helen enjoyed her tennis, golf and socialising with family and friends. Many, many wonderful memories were created.
Our thoughts are with you all during this sad time.
Don & Pat Hooper and families xxSeptember 27, 2026 6:29 pm
Our deepest condolences to Graham, Donna, Mark, Colleen and families on the passing of Helen, unfortunately we are unable to attend the funeral, but you will be in our thoughts as we watch the livestream
Bernie & Trevor McCosker
and Diana PeytonSeptember 27, 2026 5:40 pm
Our sincere sympathies to Graham, Donna, Mark and families on the passing of Helen. I’ll always remember her gentle nature, beautiful smile and the way she always took the time to ask after our family.
You were pure class Helen. Rest peacefully.
Peter & Kate McDonald & family xxSeptember 27, 2026 4:46 pm
Our deepest Sympathies to Graham, Donna, Mark and Colleen & Families. Helen will be truly missed by all who knew her.
A Dear Friend, a Caring, Kind Lady who enjoyed Life.
Happy Memories to Cherish
Love Marlene John Narelle Kylie and Tara & FamiliesSeptember 27, 2026 3:09 pm
Darling sister to Kaye & Jim (Dec) loved Auntie to Nicole Fredrik Kurt & Maria Special great Auntie to Stella Tuva, Liv & Vita . So dearly loved & missed .
September 26, 2026 12:46 pm
Our sincere sympathies to Graham, Donna, Mark, Colleen and families on the passing of the beautiful Helen. Ever caring and smiling, a wonderful neighbor for many years. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
September 26, 2026 8:38 am
Condolences to Graham, Donna and families on the loss of Helen. She was such a lovely lady.
September 25, 2026 2:34 pm
Darling sister to Kaye and Jim(Dec) loved Auntie to Nicole Fredrik, Kurt, and Maria. Special great Auntie to Stella tuva, Liv, and Vita So dearly loved & missed RIP. .
September 25, 2026 11:35 am
Sincere condolences to Graham, Donna, Mark and families on the passing of Helen. We were fortunate to get to know Helen through family gatherings at Kurt & Bridey’s over recent years. She always had a lovely time with the little ones and we loved being part of such occasions. Nanna Helen, you will be missed.
Denise & Bill Millard.September 24, 2026 9:29 pm
Dear Graham, Donna, Mark, Colleen & Families.
Sending love and hugs on the passing of your beautiful Wife, mother , mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother . Helen was always up for a chat with a big smile on her face always.
Thinking of you all.Mark , Tiff & Family xx
September 24, 2026 7:14 pm
Much love and sympathy to Helen’s family.
Such a beautiful lady.
A ray of sunshine.
Rest peacefully Helen.
Tricia and Barry Sullivan.September 24, 2026 4:28 pm
Fond memories of a lovely lady and the great times we shared in Shepparton. Our thoughts are with the family at this sad time.
Judy and John Hammond, Carole and Bob Martin and Noela Dallinger.September 24, 2026 3:32 pm
My heartfelt condolences to all the family. May Helen's memories bring you smiles and strength.
September 24, 2026 1:00 pm
Much love and sympathy Graham and family
Helen was such a beautiful and kind lady, always had a smile on her face and I very much enjoyed little chats with her over the years
Thinking of you Graham, you will very much miss your dearly loved HelenKaren & Bruce Henderson
September 24, 2026 9:48 am
Dear Donna and family. Deepest sympathy on the passing of your dear mum. Our thoughts are with you.
Marianne and Alan MacCullochSeptember 24, 2026 8:44 am
Our sincere condolences to you, Graham, Donna, Mark & Colleen and your families on the passing of our dear friend Helen. We have lovely memories of golf trips and
many many afternoon teas with Helen where lots of fun was had. We will miss our little friend dearly. Thinking of you all,
The afternoon tea Girls.September 23, 2026 9:38 pm
Thinking of you all at this sad time. I will miss seeing Helen every 6 weeks to style her hair. She was such an elegant and kind lady and I will miss our chats.
Leah & John McNeil x
September 23, 2026 8:29 pm
Deepest condolences to All the family - Helen was a beautiful lady xx
Kay Boyle
September 23, 2026 1:27 pm
Dear Graham,Donna, Mark and families, Our sincere thoughts and love are with you on the sad passing of your lovely Helen who will always be remembered for her friendship and cheerful smiles. Lots of memories of fun and happy tennis days. Norma, Bill(dec),Kerry and Stephen McConnell
September 23, 2026 9:27 am
Our deepest sympathy to Graham, Mark, Colleen, Donna and families. Helen was always a generous person who was interested in all and gave so much of her time to others. She was such a loving person who cared deeply for all but especially her family. She will be deeply missed but her legacy will go on through her children and grandchildren.
Rachel and Brendan HowardSeptember 22, 2026 8:41 pm
Donna so sorry for your families loss, you are all in my thoughts at this time, cherish all those precious memories 💞
September 22, 2026 5:22 pm
Sending all our love and sympathy to Graham,Donna,Mark and families,
and to Kay, Gail and families.
Helen was a beautiful lady inside and out. Have fond memories of staying with Helen and Graham as a young girl playing cards with LOTS of laughs AND lollies! Rest in peace darling cousin.
Much love
Kim and SteveSeptember 22, 2026 5:03 pm