Helen Frances Carr Savage

Helen Frances Carr Savage

Helen Frances Carr Savage, lovingly known as Mom, Mimi, and to some longtime friends as 'Muggsy,' passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, at the age of 86.

Born on August 16, 1939, in Westerly, Rhode Island, Helen was the daughter of Clifford N. Carr and Myra L. Chace Carr. She lived a life centered on family, love, laughter, and caring for others.

Helen was widowed by her beloved husband, William F. Savage, who passed away on January 12, 2026. Together, they shared a lifetime of love, devotion, and family memories, building a family rooted in love, laughter, and unwavering support for one another. 

Together they raised three daughters: Myra (Craig) Savage Catanzaro, Paula Savage Frazier, and Debra Savage Peabody. Helen also held a special place in her heart for her niece, Donna (Paul) Clark, who was loved as a daughter.

Helen retired as a Supply Technician from the Naval Undersea Warfare Center after many years of dedicated service. While she took pride in her work, her greatest joy was always her family. 

After retiring to Florida, Helen and Bill looked forward to welcoming their grandchildren for school vacations, often flying them down from Rhode Island to spend time together. The weeks spent at the island house became treasured family memories filled with fishing, boating, swimming, card games, laughter, and endless adventures. For their grandchildren, it was a magical place where some of their happiest childhood memories were made.

Whether gathered around the kitchen table, playing Rummy or Yahtzee, sharing family meals, celebrating birthdays, watching Hallmark movies, or simply spending time together, Helen had a remarkable gift for making everyone feel welcomed, cherished, and loved. She never met a stranger and had a way of making every person who entered her home feel like family. No one ever left her home without a baked good, a full stomach, and a reminder of how much they were loved.

Helen leaves behind a loving family, including six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, extended family members, and countless friends whose lives were enriched by her kindness, humor, generosity, and unwavering support.

Helen's greatest accomplishment was not measured in achievements, but in the family she loved and nurtured. Her kindness, generosity, quick wit, and unwavering devotion to those she loved will be remembered always.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the many nurses, therapists, caregivers, and hospice staff who provided Helen with compassionate care, comfort, dignity, and kindness throughout her final journey. Your support meant more to our family than words can express.

The family will celebrate the lives of Helen and Bill together in Newport this July. Additional details will be shared once arrangements are finalized