Helen Mae (Armstrong) Bowen, 88, of Newport Center, VT passed away on April 27, 2026, in Newport, VT. She was born on September 19, 1937, in Newport, VT, the daughter of the late Warren and Lillian (Mitchem) Armstrong.

Helen worked at Newport Town School as a Hot Lunch Cook before moving to Florida, where she continued her career in food service. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, traveling across the country, and attending music jams. She was a proud member of the Newport Center Home Dem. Above all, Helen cherished time with her family and friends; her door was always open, and she delighted in sharing meals, music, and conversation with those she loved.

She is survived by her daughters, Jean Hammond and her husband, Charles, and Debra Bowen; her grandsons Christopher Hammond and his wife, Emily, and Jesse Hammond and his partner, Hannah; and her great-grandchildren Madison, Tyler, and Weston Hammond.

She was predeceased by her husband Glen Bowen, her parents, and son-in-law Steve Register.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday June 20, 2026 at Newport Center Cemetery with Rev. David Lisner officiating. Following the service a celebration of life will be held at the East Main Street Baptist Church in Newport. If friends desire, memorial contributions in Helen's name may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences are welcomed at curtis-britch.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home & Cremation Service, locally family owned and operated.