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In memory of
Helen R Cano
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Helen R. (Finkle) Cano, 70, of Ferndale, NY, passed away on July 17, 2025, surrounded by people who loved her deeply. What began as a birthday trip to Arizona became her final journey, filled with family, laughter, and love.
Helen lived with strength, humor, and generosity. A single mother who wore every hat, she raised her children with grit and tenderness— teaching them how to build chicken coops, fix what was broken, and face the …
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What was Helen's favorite color?
Rainbow
Rainbow
Rainbow
What were Helen's favorite ways to spend free time?
Gardening, Yard Sales, talking with her grandchildren
Gardening, Yard Sales, talking with her grandchildren
Gardening, Yard Sales, talking with her grandchildren
What were Helen's favorite movies?
Horror movies (and she would fall asleep in the middle of it), Disney movies
Horror movies (and she would fall asleep in the middle of it), Disney movies
Horror movies (and she would fall asleep in the middle of it), Disney movies
What were Helen's favorite tv shows?
Sci-Fi
Sci-Fi
Sci-Fi
Timeline
Born
February 6th, 1955
Passed away
July 17th, 2025
Dewey, AZ
Survived by
Shanna Suarez
Daughter
Esa Cano
Daughter
Megan Caffery
Daughter
Juan Miguel Cano
Son
Lonnie Lindsey
Sister
Anna Hattler
Granddaughter
Stephanie Suarez
Daughter-in-law
Sawyer Suarez
Grandson
Zion Caffery
Grandson
Kianna Crespo
Granddaughter
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Other key details
Cause of death
Heart failure
Method of disposition
Body donation
Donated to
Science Care
Hospice care provided by
Alaga Hospice
Lasting impact
Helen donated organs
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Esa Cano (Helen's daughter).
