Gerald J. "Jerry" Helfrich

My condolences to the Helfrich family. I am a former neighbor (Turkey Bend) and played softball at Ellisville Athletic fields. I can still see him with his grandson in his driveway, waiting with him for the school bus, and also behind the plate on the softball fields. He will be missed.

I knew Jerry from Dierbergs. I was so stunned to read that he passed away. My son Joseph (8) and I recently had a conversation with Jerry. He talked to Joseph about school and about Joseph's sisters. He also shared stories about his grandkids. Jerry had a special way about him that I will miss. He took pride in his work at Dierbergs yet had a playfulness about him that was fun for kids and adults. I will miss his enthusiasm and genuine spirit. My condolences to Jerry's wife and kids.

Our condolences to the Helfrich family. I met Jerry at Ellisville Athletic Association. I am a board member and Jerry was an adult softball umpire. Jerry always had a smile and a kind word. It was later that I found out that my wife, Janet (Lutterman), played softball with his daughter, Terri. Every time I would see him at the ball park, he would go out of his way to say, hi, or talk to me, my kids, and Janet. He will be missed up at EAA. Our thoughts and prayers are with you family at...

Terri, Kim, Chris and Katie - I am truly saddened to hear of the loss of your father. He was such a fun,loving and wonderful person and he will truly be missed. I hope your memories will comfort you during this time. Please remember that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, Carol Wolfslau (aka Bettlach)

I was deeply saddened when I received the news of Jerry’s sudden passing. Jerry was such a funny, energetic and supportive person. I’ll never forget how excited Jerry could get…This excitement was contagious and always brightened up the day of those around him. I know Jerry will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.

I worked with jerry when we were both at
Larry Hogland Chevrolet, He was one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. We had a lot of fun together, I will remember him the way he was, full of energy. My prayers are with
all the family members...

Terrie my prayers are with you and your family.

I am just a customer from Dierbergs and have known Jerry for about three years..He was always telling me about his grandkids or telling me a silly joke..A smile during a crazy day that was always needed. My nine year old daughter (who is always with me at the store) and I, have shed a tear or two today when we heard the news...We will never forget his smiling face and we will pray for his family that I know he loved and I can't imagine the hardship they are going through.