Helen M. Uhl

Helen M. Uhl, 85, of Uhl Road, Kersey, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Penn Highlands Dubois, following a lengthy illness.

She was born August 20, 1940, in Walkersville, WV, a daughter of the late George Smith and Ella Jeffries Jewart.

Helen was a graduate of Walkersville High School. She dedicated 30 years of hard work and commitment to St. Mary's Carbon before retiring. She found joy in the simple, meaningful rhythms of everyday life-keeping a tidy home, tending to her yard with care, and losing herself in the pages of a good book. Whether she was creating a warm, welcoming space for others or enjoying life's quiet moments, she brought quiet dedication and pride to all she did. Her gentle presence, steady kindness, and love for life's small pleasures left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know her. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all whose lives she touched.

She is survived by two children; RJ Uhl, of Kersey, and Robin (Russ) Walter, of Butler, and by five grandchildren; Jonathan, Josh, Jarret (Stacey), Abby and Breanna, and by seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters; Pam and Wanda, and by a daughter in-law; Tanya (Scott) Bauer.

In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by a brother; James Smith, one sister in infancy, and by her granddaughter; Ashley Krystek.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Helen M. Uhl will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM at St. Boniface Church, 355 Main Street, Kersey, PA, 15846 with Fr. Thomas Curry, OSB, officiating.

Burial will follow at the St. Boniface Cemetery.

Family and Friends will be received at the St. Boniface Church, Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 1:15 PM until the time of service.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Special Olympics.

Krise Family Funeral Homes, 339 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.krisefamilyfuneralhomes.com