Helen Caldwell Spell Sullivans Island - Helen Caldwell Spell died at home on November 12, 2015. Helen was born in Charlotte, NC on April 3, 1990. Helen is the daughter of David and Barbara Spell, and the sister of Celia Smoak Spell. Helen touched many hearts over the years with her ever joyful spirit and delightful and unique perspective on life. She especially loved spending time with her family, and she loved going to the beach and going to school. Her family would like to thank the many dedicated teachers Helen had over the years, and also the physicians and staff at MUSC for the excellent and compassionate care provided to Helen. They also thank everyone at First (Scots) Presbyterian Church who reached out to Helen and made her feel so welcome there. She dearly loved her church and had an unshakable faith. Special thanks go out to Helen's devoted friend and mentor, Kimberly Satriale. A memorial service will be held for Helen at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 15th at First (Scots) Presbyterian Church in Charleston, with a reception at the church after the service. A private burial will precede the service. The family will receive friends at their home on Sullivan's Island. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC. DOWNTOWN CHAPEL. Helen is survived by her uncles, Sims Propst (Anne) of Greenville, SC and Warren Propst (Donna) of Columbia, SC, and many cousins that she enjoyed immensely. She was predeceased by her grandparents, D.T. and Barbara Spell of Denmark, SC, and Charles and Helen Propst of Sumter, SC. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to First (Scots) Presbyterian Church, 53 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 29401 or to the Medical University of South Carolina. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 13 to Nov. 14, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Helen Spell

17 Entries

Kim Jordan Hammons

November 16, 2015

Dear Barbara and family,

I extend my heartfelt sympathy and prayers to you and your family on the passing of your beautiful daughter Helen.

Wishing you God's peace,
Kim Jordan Hammons

Doug Gepford

November 16, 2015

I was so sorry to hear about Helen! My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Doug

Sherron Stevenson Mathis

November 15, 2015

David and Barbara,

I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter. I know you will miss her. Cherish her memories for they will last you a lifetime. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort in knowing that others care.

Sincerely,

Sherron Stevenson Mathis (High School Classmate of David)

Julie Triplett

November 14, 2015

Helen was a student of mine at Moultrie Middle School years ago. She worked hard and was quick to smile. I am very sorry to hear of her passing and offer my condolences. God's peace to your family.

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Murray Eicher

November 14, 2015

Wishing you comfort during this difficult and trying time. I did not know Helen but I am very sorry for your loss and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joanne Bonaldi

November 24, 2015

Dear Barbara and David,
I was saddened to hear of Helen's passing. I so admired her curiosity and straightforwardness. She was a tickle and always made me smile. We should all be a little more like her. May God bless you at this very difficult time and always. Very fondly, Joanne B.

November 20, 2015

Barbara, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I cannot imagine what it is like to bury a child. I just pray that God will wrap his loving arms around you all. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers now and for weeks to come.

Jason Stubbings

November 19, 2015

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Brenna Boring

November 17, 2015

I was saddened to hear of Helen's passing. She was a sweet little girl I babysat many times in New Orleans. Prayers and hugs for your family.

Bambi Werner

November 16, 2015

My condolences to the Spell family; you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

November 15, 2015

Barbara, you and your family are in my heart and prayers at this trying time.
Fondly,
Becky Britton Noyes
Sumter , SC

Grace Dibble Boyle

November 15, 2015

My heart goes out to you Barbara and the rest of your precious family. Burying a child is the hardest thing that a parent will ever go through. Cling to the words of John Claypool in Tracks of a Fellow Struggler....."Life is a gift. When you receive a gift, you say "thank you". You do not know how long you will have the gift but you enjoy it for the time that you do. My prayers are with you today and in the coming days and weeks. It has been a tough year for my sweet Propst family. I love you and wish I were there to give you a great big hug. XX

Serena Townsend

November 15, 2015

Helen was such a kind and wonderful person. I'll never forget the days of hide and seek and corgi chasing with her and Celia as children. She impacted our lives in such a profoundly positive way, and our love and prayers are with all of you.

November 15, 2015

So very sorry... our thoughts and prayers are with you Celia and family. Sending love, Faith & Haley Roberts
Austin, Texas

Denise Lewis

November 14, 2015

Prayers lifted from the Sumter Family YMCA, John Hotfman and Denise Lewis. We are sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter.

Julie Cooke

November 14, 2015

My heart goes out to the Spell family. Helen was a delightful young lady who always greeted me with a smile and the sweetest questions and observations. I wish you all peace and comfort in knowing what a joyful impact Helen had on the people she met.

Brenda Chilton

November 14, 2015

Prayers and love to her parents and Celia! Helen ~ a ray of sunshine!

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