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Garrie Helms Obituary

Garrie Dean Helms "The Treeman" MONROE - Garrie Dean Helms "The Treeman" walked peacefully into his new life in heaven on Friday, June 19, 2015. He was born January 9, 1962. Dean shared his unique personality and sweet smile with everyone he encountered. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and enjoyed his work in the tree business. His love of honey bees helped him to share not only the honey; but his friendship as well. If you were friends with Dean, you had a true friend indeed. His legacy lives on through his daughter, Stephanie Helms Almond (with husband Josh) of Monroe; granddaughters, Alannah (Lana) Almond age 9 and Alilliana (Lilli) Almond age 6. He is also survived by his parents, Garrie H. Helms and Linda W. Helms of Monroe; sisters, Sue Helms (with husband Ronald) and Lisa Helms, both of Monroe. The family will receive friends Friday, June 26th from 4:00 until 6:30 PM with a Celebration of Life service at 7:00 PM at Gordon Funeral Service, 1904 Lancaster Ave., Monroe, NC 28112. The family respectfully request your understanding and prayers as the burial will be private and held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Jun. 25, 2015.

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Tom Linn

November 7, 2015

Having a better friend than Dean is all but impossible. If you knew Dean you were given a gift from God. I offer my condolences to his loved ones.

Brenda Wallace

July 8, 2015

Rest in peace

MICHELLE SMITH

June 26, 2015

My deepest sympathies go out to Dean's family. He will be greatly missed. His beautiful smile was contagious. Rest in peace Dean.

Dallas McClain

June 26, 2015

Rest in Peace Dean. Your smile, and your personality will not be forgotten.

Crystal Cokley

June 26, 2015

That smile oh that smile. I will surely miss our Friday lunches. May the peace of God be a.comfort to the family and friends.

Jim & Verla Rowe

June 25, 2015

We're very sorry. Dean was a good man and a pleasure to be around and know. Although we'll be out of town and unable to attend the viewing, our thoughts will be with you. God will give you the strength to carry on.

The Staff of Gordon Funeral Service

June 25, 2015

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