Helen Nebelle

Helen Nebelle, 93, formerly of Mount Pleasant, died Saturday, November 15, 2025, at AccentCare Inpatient Hospice Center in Naperville, Illinois.

Helen was born January 2, 1932, in Ottumwa, the daughter of Floyd and Geraldine (Hendricks) Huntley. She graduated from Ottumwa High School. On June 22, 1949, Helen was united in marriage to Richard A. Nebelle in Ottumwa. The couple made their home first in Ottumwa and moved to Illinois for many years living in Schaumburg and Springfield. They later moved to Mount Pleasant, Iowa, as their final home. Together they raised two children, Julie and John.

Helen was a dedicated homemaker and mother. She was a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church and for many years was an active volunteer for many church activities.

Helen enjoyed keeping up on the news, talking with friends and family, and playing cards. She was famously known to enjoy a Rob Roy, Manhattan or martini each night and often invited family, friends, and neighbors to share a cocktail with her.

Helen is survived by her son John Nebelle and his wife Bonnie of Montgomery, IL; daughter Julie Nebelle of Springfield, IL; granddaughter Dr. Alexandra Nebelle of Montgomery, IL; and grandson Andrew McKeown of Montgomery, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Richard, her sister Donna Fisher of Ottumwa, her brother Floyd L. Huntley of Sun City, CA.

At Helen’s wishes, any flowers or donations should be directed to St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Mount Pleasant, Iowa.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 24, 2025, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. Fr. Ed Fitzpatrick will celebrate the Mass. Burial will be at a later date in the Shaul Cemetery in Ottumwa. The Olson-Yoder Funeral Home & Crematory is caring for Helen and her family. Condolences may be made to the family at www.olsonyoderfh.com