I was really shocked when I heard the passing of Helen. We used work together back in 2007. Always had smile on her face. Still hard to believe that Helen is gone.

I am very sorry to hear this news. Helen was truly a fantastic person. I worked with her at Birmingham City Council way back in 2007. I remember her utter dedication to helping those less well off in society. She genuinely cared about people. She was very well respected. My sincere condolences to her family especially Eloise. May she rest in peace xx

Helen really was one of a kind. I first met her around five years ago when she was working in adult safeguarding and I was working for a homelessness charity. I immediately recognised a fellow champion of social justice and we formed a strong alliance over the next few years. I learnt so much from Helen; about how to be a better professional but, more importantly, about how to be a better person. She did so much to champion the rights of the marginalised and was a truly beautiful spirit. I still can’t believe she’s gone but I am thankful every day the world had her for the time that it did. Rest well, Helen. We love you x

I am so sad to hear of the loss of such a wonderful woman! She was a huge support to me over the past year and has had a huge impact on my life. There are no words. Such a truly special lovely human <3 xxx

As a family we are very saddened to hear this news our love and thoughts are with Elouise and all of Helen’s loved ones . We have been lucky to have shared lots of family times , birthdays , new year over the years and with Charlie and Sophia spending lots of time with Eloise at June’s house,was always lovely to have a chat/catch up on pick ups and my memories will be full of your beautiful smile .RIP ,always in our thoughts ❤️

A truly wonderful person and mother. I feel privileged to have known Helen who will be sadly missed😢😢

I am going to miss Helen so, so much. I rarely got to see her but she was part of my life for almost 30 years and a very beloved friend. My heart hurts for the loss that her family are feeling. Loving thoughts are with you.