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Harlen Helker Obituary
He married Grace Ellen Monday on Sept. 8, 1952, and they were married for 62 years until her death on June 5, 2015.
A Conifer resident since 1962, Harlen was a pilot for Western Airlines and then retired with Delta Airlines when the two airlines merged. He was an active member of Pleasant Park Grange No. 156, Conifer Historical Society, Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce, Salvation Army – Conifer Extension and The Quiet Birdmen.
He is survived by two daughters, Lois Helker and Carol Lyons; son Scott Helker; two granddaughters, Desiree Miranda and Eleanor Helker; and five great-grandchildren, D'Angelo Malcolm, Jasmine Malcolm, Melinda Driscoll, Freya Miranda and Michael Miranda.
He was preceded in death by his father, James D. Helker; mother Lois C. (Terry) Helker; brothers J.D. Helker, Charles Helker and James Helker; and sisters Betty Jo (Helker) Steele and Mary Helker.
A memorial service for Harlen is planned on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, at 11 a.m. at Conifer Commun-ity Church, 9998 Havekost Road, with a reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Harlen J. Helker's name to Conifer Historical Society, Pleasant Park Grange No. 156 or The Salvation Army – Conifer Extension.
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Robert Bruno
February 28, 2022
I flew with Captain Helker enough times to know he was a sincere, caring man. Fly with angels, Captain.
Robert Bruno
January 27, 2020
Captain Harlan Helker was a true gentleman. I thought highly of him from the first time I flew with him in 1973.
Francis Doherty
December 29, 2019
I was privileged to spend a few hours with Captain Helker. He was a true gentleman. Fly with angels, Harlen
Gerri Giardino
December 27, 2019
When saying to Harlan, Hello! How are you? he would most often answer Oh, better than some and worse than others, as he smiled. Such was a true portrait of his humility, insight and respect for all people. Together with his wife, Grace, they created and shared a wonderful gift of caring for all life on earth and into heaven. May they be resting and rejoicing together now as we honor and miss them, but always will remember them, especially on Christmas. Peace to all the Helker Family members today and forever.
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Fran Arniotes
December 26, 2019
It was a pleasure to visit with Harlan every time we ran into one another. He always made me smile. Maybe because he was always smiling at me! I loved his stories, attitude and curiosity. He was keeping on keeping on! We'll miss him.
Joyce Daley
December 25, 2019
Peace for Harlan after his life's journey. Pleased that this very kind gentle man touched my life. May the entire family know my sympathy is sent to you due to the loss of him. Love to all.
Patti Steele
December 25, 2019
I love my Uncle Harlan. This world could use a lot of people like him. Choose only love.
Patti Steele
December 25, 2019
My Uncle Harlan was one of the most kind, fun loving, noble person you will ever meet. He loved to talk and never met a stranger. Together with my Aunt Grace, he traveled the world. He always had good stories to tell. If he saw a wrong, he would try to make it right. He is missed terribly but will stay in my heart forever. I'll see you on the other side Uncle Harlan. I know you were so happy to be released from your earthly body and reunited with Aunt Grace, your mom and dad and all of your other relatives and friends. Blessed be.
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