PACE, Helen C.: Chatham, NY. Helen C. Pace passed away on January 12, 2009, with her beloved husband of 62 years at her side.  One of seven children, she was born on September 26, 1924 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree (1948) from Juilliard School of Music, where she was a scholarship student; and from Teachers College, Columbia University, with a Master of Arts Degree (1956). A professional singer, she appeared in broadcasts of La Traviata, Othello, and other NBC Symphony operas under Toscanini (1946-1948); and as a solo artist in numerous recitals and concerts. She was soloist in the American Book Series, "Music for Young Americans," singing under the name of Helen Riddle (1957). From 1949-1959, she was soprano soloist at the Scarsdale Community Baptist Church. Also an accomplished pianist, she edited, wrote, and composed many well known piano education books, solos, and duets. For many years, she was president of Lee Roberts Music Publications. She was an active member of Sigma Alpha Iota, AAUW, PEO, and the Kinderhook Garden Club. Always the artist, she enjoyed landscaping, gardening, and interior decorating; restoring old furniture and houses; and was an avid seamstress, sewing all of her children's clothes in the family's early years. Helen had a quick wit and was noted for her clever word-play (and high grammatical standards!), but was always compassionate and caring toward others. She met the obstacles of a long, difficult illness with great courage and dignity. Her family and friends will miss her immensely. Survivors include her loving husband, Robert; and children, Cynthia of East Greenbush, NY; Kevin (and Carolyn) of Erieville, NY; Laurie of Keswick, Va.; and James of New Milford, Conn. Helen was the adoring grandmother of six grandchildren, Hayden Pace, Lynelle (Todd) Hopkins, Miley Pace, Frances (Charles) Lonergan, Daniel Pace, and Sarah Pace, and three great grandchildren, Alden and Graysen Hopkins, and Rowen Lonergan. The family is tremendously grateful for the help and support so generously offered by devoted caregivers and community members. A celebration of Helen's life will be held this spring (date to be announced), for friends and relatives. Those who wish, may make contributions in Helen's name, to the Alzheimer's Association.