Helen Keltz, a native of southwest Philadelphia who attended St. Clement’s Elementary School and Bartram High School, celebrated her 100th birthday on Aug. 18 in Newtown Square.

Her education was interrupted by the onset of World War II, but she didn’t let that stop her. She became a Rosie the Riveter, a symbol of women’s strength and resilience in the workforce. She worked in factories at General Electric and Westinghouse, where she contributed to the war effort and paved the way for future generations of women.

Helen’s resourcefulness and creativity were evident in her role as a self-taught seamstress. She crafted clothes for her daughters and granddaughters and crocheted shawls, blankets and hats to donate to churches.

Helen and her husband of 60 years, Charlie, shared a love for dan

See Full Page