The world lost one of its sweetest, most gentle souls on January 9, 2015, with the peaceful departure of Helen Wanda Carson, 85, of Lusby, MD.

Helen enjoyed a joyfully contented life with her husband, best friend and soul mate, Bernard "Bernie" Lloyd Carson, Sr.

Helen is survived by her son Bernie Carson, his wife Terry and their children Steve and Sara Carson; her daughter Janis Jarvis and her daughters Emma Jarvis and Casey Blasiar. She absolutely adored her three great-grandchildren Angelia, Elijah, and Aidan Carson.

She is greeted in Heaven by her parents, Hezekiah Carl Leeson and Flava Emma Luverna Holliday; her husband of 60 years; her siblings Joe, Ed, Erlo, Bill, Chris, and Evelyn.

Although the youngest of 7 children, she became a mother and favorite aunt of numerous nieces and nephews, whether through blood or friendship.

Helen provided a radiant example of how to live a faithful Christian life through her commitment to personal and professional excellence. She began her professional career in private industry and ultimately earned a Bronze Award Service Medal, and retired from the Census Bureau after many years of public service; first at the Bureau of Printing and Engraving and then at the Farmer's Home Administration.  She also earned her Real Estate license and worked in a firm in Accokeek MD, before continuing on to work part-time as a tax preparer. She leaves behind her a legacy of grace, loyalty, and love.

Helen and her family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all close friends, medical team members and family who have offered their support and love throughout the years. You made a huge difference in our lives and we truly appreciate you.

The family would like to invite everyone whose life has been touched by their beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to attend the following scheduled services:

Viewing - Thursday, January 15, 2015 from 2-4pm & 6-8pm at Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Ln. Lusby, MD 20657

Funeral – Friday, January 16, 2015 at 11am at St. Paul's Methodist Church, 11000 HG Trueman Rd. Lusby, MD 20657.

To continue Helen's legacy of generosity within the community, memorial contributions may be made to her beloved church home, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 11000 H.G. Trueman Road, Lusby, MD 20657 or SMILE Ecumenical Ministries, 10290 H.G. Trueman Road, P.O. Box 1725, Lusby, MD 20657. Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home.