Helen Lee (Heaton) Tissot

Helen L. Tissot, of Massillon, following a long and well-lived life, with her treasured daughter-in-law at her side, and in the comfort of her home, passed away peacefully, Wednesday morning, June 7, 2023.  She was 99 years old.  Born in Massillon, March 11, 1924, a daughter to the late W. Brady and Mary Alice (Pickens) Heaton, Helen graduated from Washington High School with the Class of 1942.  She remained a Massillon resident her entire life and an enthusiastic supporter of the community she called home.  A member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Helen was a devoted wife, a loving and supportive, fun-loving mom, and a gracious aunt.  Primarily a homemaker, she also kept the books for her husband’s business, the former R.L. Tissot Plumbing and Heating in Navarre.  In her leisure time she enjoyed working in her yard; shopping, going to auctions and shopping for antiques.  She particularly enjoyed vacationing at Hilton Head.

Predeceased by her parents; her husband, Richard L. Tissot; and her son, Richard L. “Ric” Tissot II; and siblings, Flora Moore, Flossie Abbot, James “Lee” Heaton, Emma Cooper, Charles Heaton, Beulah Englehart and John Heaton; Helen is survived by her daughter-in-law, Deborah K. (Fender) Tissot, of Canton, and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Honoring Helen’s wishes, cremation has taken place.  Family and friends will gather to mark her passing with a chapel service at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 16, 2023, in the mausoleum chapel at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens in Massillon. Rev. Dr. David M. Oliver, pastor of First United Methodist Church in Massillon will officiate, with a private inurnment to follow.  There are no calling hours.

Atkinson Feucht Hare Funeral Home in Massillon has been entrusted with arrangements.  Your memories and condolences are always welcome and may be added to our on-line guestbook at www.atkinsonfeucht.com.

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