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John Helfer Obituary
Greece: Went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 2, 2007. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Elvira Helfer; sons, Jerry J. (Devan K.) Helfer, John D. (Tammy L.) Helfer and Jason G. (Jaimie L.) Helfer; sister, Kathleen Hall; grandchildren, Justin, Ellie, Emilie, John, Joshua, Juliana, Jordan & Jayna; also by many nieces and nephews. John was a retiree of the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
Friends are invited to John's Memorial Service on MONDAY, 10 AM in Hope Lutheran Church (1301 Vintage Lane). Interment, private in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hope Lutheran Church Memorial Fund. For more information, or to sign John's online guestbook, please visit: www.messonfamily.com
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Donna Lavigne
December 26, 2007
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
judy gilligan
December 11, 2007
ellie, we were neighbors so long ago the boys would play with my three girls. milford street. john was always laughing and joking. i am sure he will sadly be missed by all. judy and john gilligan
Donn KA0SOH Hornberger
December 11, 2007
I knew John for the last few years of his life due to ham radio. As a former parole agent here in Missouri and Illinois, his career was of interest to me. I came to enjoy our contacts in emial or with regard to ham radio and when Mike told me John was gone, it was a great disappointment. While I sincerely trust in Jesus, I will miss John's friendly nature and the fact he was a devoted follower of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and, trusted in the Blessed Hope, which we all must trust in and accept. My sincerest hopes for the family. Thank you for being the Believer you were while here, John. Watch over us from Heaven, please. God help us all.
Mark(the mail man)&Julie Carselli
December 10, 2007
You and your family our in our prayers & thought at this difficult time.
Yvette & Gary Caton
December 9, 2007
Elli,
We are very sad to hear about John. Please accept our sympathy and prayers.
Sincerely,
Gary & Yvette Caton
7143 Sedgebrook Drive West
Stanley, NC 28164
Marilyn Cimino
December 9, 2007
Ellie,
You and the family are in my prayers and thoughts. May God hold you close in the days ahead, and provide comfort through your family and church family and soooo many friends.
Marilyn Cimino
JOE & PEGGY TROIANO
December 9, 2007
may the Lord of peace and love watch over you and bless you always.
Jim and Ginny Morris
December 9, 2007
Ginny and I were deeply saddened to learn of John's death. Our memories date back nearly 40 years from the days when John was the friendly person at the Jail that would help us cut through red tape to accomplish our jobs.
I have always been impressed with the devotion to family that John and Ellie have fostered. You have three wonderful sons. After all, the best legacy to the world one leaves is seen his children.
Qualities of love, respect, loyalty and kindness are those that come to mind when thinking of John.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Ellie, Jerry, John and Jason.
Ray and Diana Troiano
December 9, 2007
Ellie,
Diana and I were so saddened to hear of John's death. Please know that you and your family are in our hearts and prayers.
Love, Ray and Diana
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