Helmut Alois Sucher

Sincere condolences from Roberto Orlandini and Marisa Orlandini. We met Helmut in Italy in the mid-1950s, when he was just a boy, and he gave us the impression that he was a serious, intelligent and sensitive guy, a beautiful person who deserved to have the best in life. We kept in touch with him for a few years, then we haven't heard from him since the mid-1960s. Today we have learned of his passing. Helmut was an important presence in our youth, and we have kept over time a fond memory of...

I am so surprised and saddened to learn of Helmut's passing. He shall remain one of my favorite people of all time. I had both the honor and pleasure of working for Helmut at Portland Pattern for many years. I have so many fond memories from those years. The way he loved life--his family, work, golf and people--well it was simply astounding to witness. My heart goes out to Gerta and the entire family he so adored. This is such a huge loss. And though my heart is heavy, it helps knowing...

I was very sad to hear of my good golfing friend's passing last month. Helmut and I would play about 2 years in what is called The Oregon Seniors tour, where we would play different private clubs. In fact my only Hole-in -One was with Helmut. My wife Ruth also remembers when she would would do her morning walk around the Rock Creek area that she would run into both Gerta and Helmut and chat way to long. Definitely Helmut will be missed by many. God bless Gerta and family

I am an employee of Portland Pattern. Before Helmut's retirement, I enjoyed seeing him on an almost daily bases. He would always make his rounds in the shop, taking his time to ask his employees how they were doing, and most importantly, how their families were doing. After his retirement, he would still come around but not as often. The last few times I saw him, I told him that he looked younger and his skin was nice and tan. He told me he was playing a lot of golf and having fun. He was...