Helen Uptegrove
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Helen
Uptegrove
1924 - 2017
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Obituary for Helen Uptegrove

Mrs. Helen E. (Wulfert) Uptegrove, age 92 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., passed away Sunday, March 5, 2017 at Villa Marie.

She was born on May 21, 1924 in Jefferson City, Mo., the only child of the late Jerome and Jerene (Trippensee) Wulfert. She was married on January 9, 1946 in Kansas City, Mo. to Stanley “Dick” Uptegrove, who preceded her in death on October 1, 1985.

Helen attended Jefferson City High School and was employed with Tweedies Shoe Factory and with the Jefferson City Public Schools for over 16 years retiring in 1985.

Helen enjoyed working in her garden, cooking for friends and family, and spoiling her dogs.

Survivors include: her son and daughter-in-law, Allen and D’Ann Uptegrove of Jefferson City, Mo.

A private graveside service will be held at Riverview Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers or memorial contributions, the family encourages you to “hug your mom” today.

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