Helen Clarice Willett, age 90, passed away on November 2, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Born in Klamath Falls, Oregon, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Clarence and Etta Orr.
Helen dedicated many years of her career to Human Resources, working for McDonnell Douglas Aircraft and later McDonnell Douglas Aeronautics. She was a faithful attendee of Northeast Christian Church and found her greatest joy in her family. Helen was deeply loved by those around her, and the time she spent with her family was among life's greatest blessings.
Helen is survived by her children, Clinton Willett and Claire (Jeff) Kowatch; three grandchildren, Hannah (Tony) Opliger, Krista (Jon) Agler, and Emma (Christian) Yost; 4 great-grandsons; 4 great-granddaughters; and her sister, Beverly Thompson.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Rev. David Willett; and two sisters, Golda Wilson and Milly Shuff.
A Memorial Service is 11:00 am on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Northeast Christian Church, 4900 Stellhorn Rd., with calling one hour prior beginning at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Northeast Christian Church Missions (NEFW.org). To sign the online guestbook, go to www.fairhavenfortwayne.com