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Don Helstrom Obituary

GENEVA/WATERLOO - Don E. Helstrom, age 72, passed away on Monday August 12, 2024 at home.

At Don's request there will be no services and burial will be at the convenience of the family.

Don was born on December 3,1951 in Geneva the son of the late Kenneth H. and Beatrice (Connolly) Helstrom. He graduated from Geneva High School in 1970 and served in the US Marines. Don was a self-employed Mason for many years.

He is survived by his wife of 28 years Sally Jo (Greco) Helstrom; children, Matthew Helstrom and Sullivan Greco; brother, Robert Helstrom of Geneva; several nieces and nephews.

Don was predeceased by his parents, Kenneth and Beatrice; brothers, Kenneth J. Helstrom and Ralph Helstrom.

For tributes and condolences please visit www.mcguiganberofuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Finger Lakes Times on Aug. 16, 2024.

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Elisha Hestrom

August 20, 2024

This was an amazing tribute on behalf of his children.

Joy Schuster

August 19, 2024

I am so sorry to hear this. My daughter grew up with Sally Jo and Don being a big part of her life. Rest in peace Don.

Gary Cole

August 18, 2024

Sending my deepest condolences.

Angela Helstrom Wells

August 17, 2024

Uncle Don, I had no idea til I saw tribute message. I will always remember fishing and races etc. I hope you and dad are up there holding it down but still giving Heaven some hell. Angela

Anthony & Stephanie Iannopollo

August 17, 2024

very sorry for your loss your in are heart & prayers

Don Damick

August 16, 2024

Sorry to see another classmate leave us. Have not seen Don in years but many memoriescas classmates at GHS.
PRAYERS.

Sheila Schetrompf

August 16, 2024

Sally, I'm very sorry for your loss. Hugs and condolences for you and your family Sheila Schetrompf, former coworker FLH H.R.

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