Helene Marion (Geraldi) Wasson

Wasson, Helene Marion (née Geraldi) passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at the age of 97.
Helene was born in Tweed to Helen and Max Geraldi on April 28, 1929.
Helene will be lovingly remembered by her children: Sue (Pat), Jane (Barry (D)), Doug (Shelley), Julie (David), Bill (Jackie), and Scott; her grandchildren: Cameron (D), Jennifer, Christine, Lauren, Mitchell, Brianne, Jakob and Andrew (and their mother Julie Selby); and her great-grandchildren: Nathan, Alyssa, Max, Tyler and Eva, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Freida (Dean (D)) and Cheryl (Bert),
Helene was predeceased by her parents, Max and Helen; her siblings Jean and Bill; her husband Cam; and her in-laws Royden and Betty, Dean, Elaine, Don and Marie and Neil and Gail.
Helene’s life was grounded in her deep and abiding faith in God, which guided her actions and shaped her unwavering commitment to her family. She was the heart of our home — devoted, steady, and endlessly supportive — taking immense pride in the lives and accomplishments of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Sports played a major part in Helene’s life. She had a lifelong love of athletics and competition, whether participating herself or cheering passionately from the sidelines or watching it on tv. Her enthusiasm for sports brought energy to family gatherings and created lasting memories for those she loved.
Helene exemplified determination and hard work throughout her life. Later in life, she made the courageous decision to return to school to pursue social service work. Through dedication and perseverance, she worked her way through City Hall in Peterborough, ultimately becoming Director of Social Services for Peterborough County. She built a strong reputation for compassion, fairness, and tireless commitment to her co-workers and the community she served.
Such was her character and leadership that, following her retirement, the Sisters of St. Joseph approached Helene to become the first lay person to hold the position of Administrator for Mount St. Joseph in Peterborough. It was a testament to the respect she had earned in Peterborough, and the trust placed in her faith, integrity and ability.
Helene leaves behind a legacy of faith, perseverance, service, and unconditional love.
Helene’s family would like to thank Dr. Sara Belanger and Dr. Emily Hughes for their exceptional ongoing care and Hospice Peterborough for their wonderful care in her final days.
Visitation will be held on Monday, May 4 from 6:00 -9:00 pm at Highland Park Funeral Centre. Helene’s Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Cathedral of St.
Peter-in-Chains, 411 Reid Street in Peterborough on Tuesday, May 5 at 1:30pm. A burial followed by a reception will be held immediately following at Highland Park Funeral Centre, 2510 Bensfort Rd, Peterborough, ON K9J 1C5.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice Peterborough. Online condolences may be expressed at www.highlandparkfuneralcentre.com
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