Brown, Helen Margaret Age 86 of Coon Rapids, MN and Edmond, OK. Loving Mom, Grandma, Great-Grandma, Sister. Helen went to be with her Heavenly Father peacefully and surrounded by her family on September 4, 2018. Preceded in death by husband, Bruce; son, Russell; parents, Herman & Anna Timm; brothers, Paul Timm, Edgar Timm, Robert Timm. Survived by children, Jeff (Linda), Tamara (Glenn) Dean, Timothy, Valerie (Dan) Anderson; grandchildren, Erryn, Corey, Kris, Amanda, Judi, Michael, Briana, Kali; 14 great-grandchildren; siblings, Ruth Gilbertson, Don (Jean) Timm; many nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends. Helen was born in Monona County, IA, and grew up on a farm in Pipestone, MN. Went on to school where she met her husband, Bruce. They raised five children in Coon Rapids, MN. She had a love for the piano, playing for churches and weddings, taught in the elementary school system, volunteered in the community whether in Minnesota or Oklahoma, and learned to paint at age 70. Her recent years were enjoyed in Minnesota where she spent time with her sister Ruth. Many thanks to Carefree Living in Brainerd and The Meadows on Fairview in Forest Lake. A private celebration of life and interment with her loving husband at Fort Snelling National Cemetery will take place at a later date. Memorials preferred to Operation Blessing International's Safe Water - Build a Well Project. Roberts Family Funeral Home 651-464-4422 RobertsFamilyFH.com

Published on September 9, 2018