Rochester- Helen Pearl Bushey, 68, of 20 Columbus Ave, Apt. 310 passed away peacefully Sunday, January 22, 2012 at her home. Born May 25, 1943 in Rochester, NH. She was the daughter of the late Leland and Dorothy ( Demeritt) Ballou. Helen has lived her whole life in Rochester. She worked for many years for Rochester Shoe. She enjoyed crafts. Family and friends were most important to her. Members of her family include her husband of 53 years Leon Bushey of Rochester. Her daughter Candase Brochu of Rochester. Her grandchildren Stephanie Robinson, Craig Robinson, JR, and Leon Bushy. Her brother George Ballou of Farmington. Her three sisters Janet Gean and husband Butch of Farmington, Ruth Wilson of Rochester, and Marjorie LaVasseur and husband Joseph of California. She was preceded in death by her brother Robert Ballou and two sisters Alice Free & Pauline Cox. There are no services at this time. Arrangements are under the care of the R. M. Edgerly & Son Funeral Home, 86 S. Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867