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1925
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2020
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C. David Helgen Obituary
Pastor C. David Helgen died April 7, 2020. Born in Mason City, IA; graduate of Northfield High School, St. Olaf College, and Luther Theological Seminary. World War II Veteran, 100th Infantry Division, U.S. Army, France and Germany, 1944-45. Received Purple Heart. In 1949, married Constance Fingarson in Walnut Grove, MN. Fulbright Scholar in Oslo, Norway, 1951-52. As Lutheran pastor, served congregations 1953-1992 in Austin, Osakis and Nelson, MN and Roscoe, IL, and in retirement, St. Philip's, Fridley, MN and St. Barnabas, Plymouth, MN.
Preceded in death by parents Carl and Otelia (Stumley) Helgen, infant sister Esther, sisters Margaret Moilien and Beatrice Thompson, and beloved wife Connie in 2006.
Survived by sons Howard (Kari), Steve (Beth), John (Robin), Phil (Kim); grandchildren Katherine, Kristofer (Lauren), Sarah, Michael (Jessica), Anna (Kurt), Ilse, Matthew, Emma, Laura (Austin); great-grandchildren Daniel, Ethan, Berney, Luke; nieces and nephew Sylvia Cullom, John Moilien, Peg Moilien, Barb Moilien, Andrea Thompson.
Memorial service to be held on future date.
Memorials preferred to St. Barnabas Lutheran Church, St. Olaf College, or Bread for the World.
Dad often quoted, and lived by this verse: “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24
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Vicki Brown
November 30, 2020
We knew Pastor Helgen at Cross and Crown Lutheran Church in Roscoe, Illinois. He was a wonderful man! He baptized our son, Daniel and we were part of the original group forming this mission church. We continue to exchange Christmas cards with him through last year. We are sorry to hear of his passing, but we know that he is with his Lord and Savior.
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April 17, 2020
I had the fortune of knowing David when he lived at SummerWood. He came to the exercise classes I led. His mood was always upbeat and when I asked him "How are you today David?" --He always responded - (after lowering his voice a few octaves) "Pretty good for an old man!" Peace and sympathies to you all. Amy W
Helen Ann Wagner
April 16, 2020
Pastor Helgen was my greatest spiritual mentor growing up in Osakis, MN. He served at Osakis Lutheran and we studied under him for confirmation classes. He loved the Lord and it showed. He drew us into deep disucussion about our Savior, and the all the Biblical characters. He cared about us as children and teens. I remember a taffy pull in the church basement. What fun. He followed us to Luther Crest Bible Camp and came canoeing down the Long Prairie river, ticks, mosquitoes, and a song on the water. He cared about my family, particularly after my father, Royce Peterson, died. He visited my mother, Jeanette, often. Connie was one of Moms dearest friends. Pastor Helgen married my husband and me in 1978 and we are still married. Thank you, boys, for sharing your dad with us. He introduced me to Jesus. And I am grateful. There is no doubt that he is rejoicing in heaven with his savior right now. What good memories and life to come with Pastor Helgen!
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