A DEATH
HAS OCCURRED
February 20, 1931 – june 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Helen P. Lahmann, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us on June 28, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on February 20, 1931, in San Diego, California, Helen embraced life with a spirit that was nothing short of incredible.
Helen’s resilience and determination defined her, and she approached every challenge with a feisty and rambunctious energy that inspired those around her. As a factory worker in the jewelry industry, she demonstrated an unyielding work ethic, but it was her passions outside of work that truly brought her joy. Helen enjoyed quilting, sewing, crocheting, and all types of crafting, and she embraced her love for roller skating in her younger years, often delighting in the memories of her time at Tri Skateland.
She was a proud Navy mother, married to a WWII veteran, and her love for her country was evident in her appreciation of the red, white, and blue. Helen’s strong faith was a guiding light in her life, and she cherished her family above all. She will be remembered by her children: Sandy Kitts, Shirley Reiter, Ron Lahmann, and Terry Lahmann, as well as her 17 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren who will surely miss her famous tortilla recipe. Family gatherings will never be the same without her infectious laughter and loving presence.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Maria Ponce, her beloved husband Fred Lahmann Jr., her son Fred Lahmann III and her daughter Rhonda Lahmann.
Helen always had a way of making time spent together feel special, whether it was through the warmth of her culinary skills or sharing her favorite songs, like “Old Rugged Cross” and “Angel Baby.” Her spirit will continue to live on in the memories of those who knew and loved her.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at the Arlington Memorial Gardens, 2145 Compton Road, 45231, where Helen will be laid to rest. Friends and family are invited to come together to celebrate Helen’s remarkable life and the joy she brought to so many. The procession will begin from Arlington Memorial Gardens Funeral Home (follow the blue line upon entering the memorial park) at 12:00 PM to the Garden of Last Supper.
Helen’s legacy of love, companionship, and tenacity will remain forever in our hearts. She may have left this world, but her spirit will continue to guide and inspire us all.
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Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The Arlington Memorial Gardens
“In our Prayers. She was a wonderful women. Fly high in Heaven Helen.”
07/02/2025
“Your family are in my prayers. I can see her, mom and dad talking up a storm in heaven. We couldn’t ask for better neighbors than the Bahama, always taking care of mom and dad. Love you all”
07/02/2025
“We was so saddened of the loss of Helen. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.”
07/02/2025
“You are all in our hearts with love and memories of growing up on a street where we always had fun, love and joy because we had loving parents encouraging us”
07/02/2025
“This amazing woman will be loved and missed for all time. I’ll be praying for all of you – her family, to feel the Lord’s loving comfort in this time of need.”
07/02/2025
“I pray for comfort to each of the family! she will be missed and forever be in hearts of many ! Michael & Brendalee Evangelo”
07/01/2025
“Shirley, I am so sorry to heard of Helen’s passing. I know that she will be missed by so many friends. My heart, prayers and love goes out to the entire family. I love you all and miss you.”
07/01/2025
“She was such a joy to know all these years. And she sure was a Buster❤️💥 Thanks for all the years at Tri-Skateland being a second mother to so many of us. We will miss and love you. Thanks to to her family for always sharing her with us, we love you all. She will forever be in our hearts and minds.🛼”
07/01/2025
“Beautiful and loving Helen was so sweet she would light up the room with her smile”
07/01/2025
“We will cherish the memory of Helen when she joined us on a trip to Walt Disney World; she brought joy and laughter with her, making the trip so fun. Wishing Aunt Shirley and her family peace and comfort during this difficult time. The Meisters”
07/01/2025
“Helen you will be missed Prayers for family and friends”
07/01/2025
“I am so very sorry to hear of Mrs. Lahmann’s passing, she was truly one special lady. From growing up and spending time with Rhonda and hanging out over at her place Mrs Lahmann was always so kind and such a genuine person, my mom just loved her, when my mom wasn’t doing well Rhonda and Mrs Lahmann would go visit her all the time, something I will never forget. Keeping the entire family in my thoughts and prayers. Love to everyone ❤️”
07/01/2025
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