John N. "Johnny" Helms

He was my band director in high school, I learned a lot from him, amazing trumpet player, we could always talk about Gamecock Sports, Pelion High School was lucky to have him as a man director with his tremendous knowledge of music, he will be missed

Johnny will always be remembered as a talented , thoughtful and most of all a man of humility . One of the people in your life to have been privileged to have known . Elaine Murphy

Jazz lost two of the greatest this month! Cee Tee and Johnny! We played a lot of gigs together! I will miss them!

I knew Johnny from a small boy. When Jesse Helms, Johnny's Uncle, was mayor of Greenville, S. C. where I now live, we spoke often of Johnny and his trumpet. I remember their blocking off Main street in front of the Epicurean Restaurant where Veron Melonas ran and had "jam" sessions. He played with big Bands who visited Ft. Jackson and they had sessions at my cousin, Doug Broome's drive Inn in Five points.

Johnny will be missed.

Penny Aiken

Mr. Helms really influenced my life. Thanks to him always!

RIP Johnny. Thanks for being a friend for many years. Say hello to Clark.

I renenber you playing for assemblies at CHS back in our days. RIP and keep your horn near you!

Johnny was a great friend to my late husband, Terry Cully and inlaws, Jackie and Bill Cully. They all loved music so much and I am sure they are having a great time making Heavenly music together. You will be missed by many, Johnny.

Time waits for no one, the beat, it does go on; but I just can't believe I'll never see you again, my old friend.