Helen I. Salyer, 88 of Willard, OH died on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at Firelands Hospital in Sandusky.  She was born to the late James and Pearl (Parker) Blevins.  Mrs. Salyer was employed at several places during her lifetime, including Pioneer Balloon and Big Plus.  Her favorite was becoming a matron at the Willard Elementary School where she affectionately became known as "Grandma" to the students.  After retirement, she became a volunteer for the Salvation Army where she'd cook for as many as 200 children a day.

She enjoyed raising flowers, sewing, spending time with her children and grandchildren.  A sure way to bring a smile to her face was to bring her chocolates.  She faithfully attended church services and was a soloist in her younger days.

Mrs. Salyer was married to Leland Salyer Sr. on September 5, 1953.  They were married for 65 years before his passing in 2020.  She is survived by her 4 children, Terry Salyer of Willard, Leland Salyer Jr (Kathy), of Lewiston, Idaho, Patty Salyer of Willard and Sherry (Terry) Patterson of Willard; 11 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter-in-law; 7 brothers and 5 sisters.

Visitation will be held Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. until the time of the service at 2:00 p.m. at the Victory Temple Church of God, 4118 St Rt 103 S, (Celeryville) Willard, OH 44890.  Burial will take place at Greenwood Cemetery, Willard.  Memorial contributions may be directed to Eastman Funeral Home, 200 West Main St. New London, OH 44851 or by selecting the donation tab on her obituary.  Donations and online condolences may be shared at www.eastmanfuneralhome.com.

Memorials may be given to the family C/O Eastman Funeral Home
200 West Main Street, New London OH 44851