Helen Marie Murray

June 15, 1937 - December 18, 2020

Helen Marie Murray (nee: Swift) “Helchie”, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2020 at Cape Regional Medical Center with her devoted family by her side. Born on June 15, 1937 to the late Edward and Helen (nee: Mikita) Swift, she was raised in South Philadelphia and has been a resident of North Wildwood. A graduate of John W. Hallahan H.S. Class of ’55, Helchie was known as being strong willed and fiercely loyal. Her family was everything to her, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed watching her husband play music with the Fralinger String Band and at many different venues, and she jumped at the opportunity to “sing” with him. Beloved wife of more than 62 years to Harry Murray. Loving mother of Susan Murray, Lorrie Murray, Harry (Lynn) Murray and Eileen (Jay) Billups. Dearest grandmother of Tyler (Kate) Murray, Jay Billups, Cole Murray and great Grandmom Helch to Addison, Makayla and Olivia Murray. Sister of Lorraine Middleman, cousin and life-long friend of Aggie Leary. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her gathering at 9:30 on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church (2319 S. 3rd St., Phila., PA 19148). Funeral Mass 10:30 AM. Burial private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Harrison Township TOPSports, P.O. Box 442, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062.