Mary Helen Oakley

Mrs. Mary Helen Oakley, 98, of Wiltse Hill Road, Jordanville, New York passed away on August 10, 2018

at her home.

Born on July 21, 1920 in VanHornesville, NY, she was the daughter of Percy H. Eckler and Daisy Lafler Eckler.  She was a graduate of VanHornesville School and was a lifelong area resident.

Most of her life she was a homemaker.  Mrs. Oakley worked part time autumns at the local Apple Orchard.

Mrs. Oakley enjoyed bicycling, walking, and flower gardening.  She was an avid reader.  She loved animals, especially cats.

Her husband, Jack Oakley predeceased her.  She was also predeceased by her brothers, Russell J. Eckler, Robert C. Eckler; and sister, Ethel M. Johnson.

Mrs. Oakley is survived by her nieces, Bonnie Nestle of VanHornesville, Cheryl Eckler of Rochester; nephew, James Eckler of VanHornesville; many great-nieces, and great-nephews.

A graveside service will be held on Monday August 13, 2018, at 1:00PM, at VanHornesville Cemetery with Rev. Jim Barnes officiating.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Gray-Houghtaling & Smith Funeral Home, 34 Center Street, Fort Plain, NY.