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HAROLD HELMUTH Obituary

HELMUTH, Harold F., Jr. "Harry, Sonny" 73, Cambridge, MA. Passed away December 14th, 2012 after a brave battle with cancer. Harold passed peacefully while at home with his family by his side. Loving husband of more than 54 years to Maryann (Mulcahy) Helmuth. Harold is survived by his 5 children and their spouses: Cheryl and Allan Riley, of Lexington, MA, Carol and Michael McCarthy, of Cambridge, MA, Patty and Tom Summers of Medford, MA, Ann-Marie and Rich Whalen of Lexington, MA, and Mark Helmuth and Sharise Hensen, of Cambridge, MA. Cherished grandfather, Harold is survived by his 10 grandchildren: Brittany and Reid McCarthy, Allan Ross Riley III and Emma Riley, Brandon Henson, Jake and Ali Summers, and Harrison, Hannah, and Hank Whalen. Dear brother of Mrs. June Quinn and the late Raymond Quinn, of Marlborough, MA, Mr. and Mrs. John Alves, of Cambridge, MA, and Mrs. Barbara Fucaloro, FL. As well as a number of other in-laws, nieces and nephews. Harold "Harry" was a retired Lieutenant of the City of Cambridge Fire Department. With more than 32 years of dedicated service. Funeral from the Keefe Funeral Home, 2175 Mass Ave., NORTH CAMBRIDGE on Tuesday at 9 am. Funeral Mass in Saint John's Church, North Cambridge at 10 am. Relatives and friends invited. Burial in Saint Paul's Cemetery, Arlington. Visiting hours Monday 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 44 Binney Street, Boston, MA 02115. For obituary, directions or to leave a condolencevisit www.keefefuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 15 to Dec. 16, 2012.

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November 30, 2013

Dearest Maryann, I just now heard about Sonny. There are no words to describe my feelings over your loss. You had a one-a-kind marriage that people envy. Thank God that you are blessed with a wonderful family to support and love you.

Love to all, Susan Rodgers Shultz, Simi valley, CA

Millie (Anderson) Bille

December 18, 2012

Maryanne and Family: We were sorry to hear about the loss of Sonny. You are all in our prayers at this difficult time. Always think of the good times and keep them close to your heart.

Monica Bou

December 17, 2012

Dear Ann-Marie and family:
We are so saddened by your loss, the stories you shared of your dad really showed your love and what an amazing man he was. God bless you all and may he rest in peace. Love, The Natalizio-Bou family

Sara Eberle

December 17, 2012

Ann Marie-we are thinking of you, Rich and the kids, and your mom and brother and sisters.

Kathleen (Katie) Mohtady

December 17, 2012

Dear Maryann, please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your entire family on loss of your dear husband. I will remember Sonny in my prayers. God Bless you and your family in your time of sorrow.

Marcia and David Hoffman

December 16, 2012

Dear Ann-Marie and family. Our deepest sympathy on your father's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Marcia and David

Debbie Mulcahy

December 16, 2012

I am thinking of all of you with love and sadness. Uncle Sonny will be in our hearts and memories forever

Walter and Michael Sullivan

December 15, 2012

To the Helmuth Family:

Please accept our deepest sympathies. You are in our prayers and thoughts.

Sincerely,

Walter and Michael Sullivan

December 15, 2012

Dear Maryann and family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Sonny's passing.We remember all the laughter and good times we shared at your home. I pray that all your happy and wonderful memories get you through these hard times.God bless you all. Carol and Dan

JIM & ANNETTE WALKER

December 15, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 15, 2012

Patty, Tom, Jake, and Ali
We are so sorry for your loss. I have very fond memories of your dad, he was a one of kind. He will be missed. All our love. Patti, Bob, Chris, Ryan, and Caroline

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