Photo courtesy of B.W. Foster Funeral Home - Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH, Virginia
Aug 18, 1965 – Mar 3, 2026
PORTSMOUTH— Kris Helwig, 60, passed away on March 3, 2026. He was born in Portsmouth to the late Bill & Kitty Helwig.
Kris graduated from Portsmouth Catholic High School and attended Ferrum College. He retired from the Department of Defense after thirty years. He was an avid golfer and member of the Catholic Club.
Kris is survived by his wife, Caroline Arcese, and sons Anthony Helwig and Alexander Helwig.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Oasis Social Ministry, 800A Williamsburg Ave., Portsmouth, VA 23704. Condolences may be registered at BWFosterFuneralHome.com.
Read MoreKris, you will be missed. That raspy voice and sense of humor. Rest in peace my friend.
Mary Zech-Washington
March 17, 2026 | Portsmouth, VA | Coworker
Long time friend. Sad for him to leave this world so young. Rest well, Wiggy.
Jack Howell
March 10, 2026 | Cathedral City, CA | Friend
Always a best friend, never forgotten.
Brad Post
March 10, 2026 | Henrico, VA | Friend