KISSEE — Helen Lorane (Bender), previously Helen Peterson, 99; born Jan. 14, 1926, Eugene, Oregon; died March 16, 2025, Walla Walla, Washington. Surviving: stepsons, Ted, James and Brian Kissee; stepdaughter, Kim (Kissee) Phillip; 9 step-grandchildren and 9 step-great-grandchildren.