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Robert Helms Obituary

Robert W. Helms "Bobby" CHARLOTTE - Robert (Bobby) W. Helms, 70, passed away unexpectedly on March 11th, 2020. He was a native Charlottean, born February 14, 1950. Bobby was preceded in death by his parents Thomas E. (Gene) Helms and Annie Douglas Helms. He was a graduate of West Mecklenburg High School, class of 1968. He leaves a wife of 52 years, Kathy, a son Chris Helms (Laura), a grandson Chase, son Jeff Helms, beloved bird Mikey, brother Tommy Helms (Dianne) and numerous other family members. He was a retired contractor. His hobbies included bee keeping with his brother at Helms Apiary, attending car shows and flying remote control airplanes. He enjoyed cooking and making BBQ & ice cream for family and friends. Bobby was associated with the Charlotte Aeromodelers, Po-Boy Pop Twisters Flying Club, Wilkinson Blvd. Volunteer Fire Department and a past member of the West Meck Optimist Club, where he coached various sports. Bobby was always available to anyone who needed a helping hand.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Mar. 20, 2020.

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Roy Sizemore

March 30, 2020

May the Lord comfort you in your loss. I will always remember Bobby from our track days together at West Meck. Know that we weep with you in this loss of your loved one. Always in Christ.

jerry williamson

March 22, 2020

I am very sorry to hear of bobby death.May god be with his family during this time of sorry

Richard Pope

March 22, 2020

I met Bobby in the early 70s. I was flying RC model airplanes on Hovis Rd where we met. When he saw me flying he was hooked.

He and his family were givers with big hearts and were always eager to help friends and neighbors.
I wish Kathy and his brother Tommy Gods healing
Powers.

I will miss one of my few good friends.
Love to Family and other friends

Richard

Ray Justice

March 22, 2020

You and Tommy were neighbors and school mates and two of the very first people we met after moving to Charlotte. You helped my Mom & Dad with their garden after I joined the military and shipped out to Southeast Asia. Belated condolences to the entire Helms family.

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