Helen M Harrell

Helen Harrell, a longtime member of the East Millstone community and beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026.

Helen was born and raided in East Millstone, New Jersey, where her family were members of St. James AME Church. She was the daughter of Raymond Johnson and Emilyn Johnson and grew up alongside her sisters Vivian, Juanette, and Gladys.

A graduate of Middlebush High School, Helen went on to build a career with Johnson & Johnson as well as New Brunswick Parking Authority, where she worked until her retirement. Throughout her life, faith remained important to her. In adulthood, she was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church.

Helen was the mother of Wanda and the late Melanie. Her family grew to include her grandchildren Jeremy, Charissa, Chris, and Pierre, as well as several great grandchildren. She also leaves three nephews and a wider circle of family members whose lives were touched by her presence.

Helen’s life on earth spanned nearly nine decades and generations of family history, from her childhood in East Millstone to the family she later helped build. She will be remembered by those who loved her and by the generations of her family who carry her memory forward.