Helen's Century

Born on September 29th, 1924, to Catherine Mina (nee Gray) and Fred Ernest Musson, Helen lived an extraordinary 99 years. Her loss in 2023 was keenly felt by her 28 living descendants. Her obituary summarized her life saying, “Helen spread joy and wisdom, as a kind and appreciative soul who saw only the good and potential in everyone who came in contact with her. A founding member of The Friends of Canterbury College, Helen retired as manager of the University of Windsor Bookstore. Her faith and talents were utilized as a long time member and volunteer of All Saints Anglican Church and St. Matthew's Anglican Church. For more than fifteen years she was a member of the Canadian Historical Aircraft Association (CH2A) and volunteered in the Archive Room of the Canadian Aviation Museum.” Constructed from Helen’s meticulously collected documents, as well as photos and stories from her family, this book was written for her future descendants – those that will not have the great privilege of meeting Helen in person. It is a snapshot of an extraordinary woman loved by so many.