Helen Doris Goeddel, 96, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026. She was born on July 19, 1930, in Sedan, New Mexico, to Hugh Haskel Garrett and Dora Mae Lechner. Helen made her home in Walden, Colorado, beginning in March 1974, where she became a beloved member of the North Park community.

She is survived by her daughter, Judy Ann Cowen-Hodges; her husband, Richard; her son, Dan Wynn Cowen; and step-sons Bob and Dean Goeddel. 10 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Her family was her greatest legacy, and the love and support she gave them will continue through the generations.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Hugh and Dora; her brother, Doyle; her first husband, Wynn; her second husband, Vincent; her daughter, Coleen; stepdaughter Becky; and her great-grandson, Wyatt.

Helen leaves behind a family and community who will miss her dearly. Her 96 years were filled with family, hard work, school children, sports, and the people and places she loved. Her memory will live on in the generations of family she leaves behind, and in the North Park community she proudly called home for more than five decades.

Graveside services will be held October 10, 2026 at 2:00 pm at Jackson County Cemetery with an open house to follow for family and close friends at Helen’s home.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Jackson County Senior Center or the North Park Wildcats athletics program.