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JOSEPH HELMS Obituary
JOSEPH F. JR., on May 13, 2013. Beloved husband of Diane E. Helms (nee Culp). Devoted father of Matthew (Christine), Joseph and Amy Helms, the late James, Michael and Anastasia Helms. Loving brother of Harry Helms. Also survived by 5 grandchildren. Relatives, friends, members of Lodge #5 F.O.P. and the Phila. Sheriff's Department are invited to attend his Viewing Friday Eve 7 to 9 P.M. and his Funeral Saturday morning 8:15 to 9:15 A.M. at JOHN F. FLUEHR AND SONS INC., 3301-15 Cottman Ave. Funeral Mass St. Matthew Church 10 A.M. Rite of Committal Our Lady of Grace Cem. In lieu of flowers, contri-butions in his memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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Memories and Condolences
for JOSEPH HELMS
May 12, 2014
It's been a year since you're gone, and things have not been the same. Your smile and humor are greatly missed.
Rachel and Emily
Ramina Flood
May 19, 2013
Joe came into my famlies life almost 27 years ago when we needed him. We were sad due to divorce & Joe brightened up our lives. My daughters used to put makeup nali polish & all kind of stuff on him & never got mad, took it all in stride.A few years later my granddon came along & Joe was his "BUDDY", slept on the floor with him & Alex just loved that "Buddy" of his. Just three weeks ago Joe slept on the floor with Alex. WE HAVE WONDERFUKL MEMORIES OF JOE & he will truly be missed, no one could take his place. May he rest in peace & see you again Joe. Love you, Ramona & Family.
Rachel Delgado
May 17, 2013
Diane and Harry,
You are in our prayers. Joe and his vibrant personality and kind ways will be missed.
Rachel and Emily Delgado
Jim Downs (Ret. Lt. PPD)
May 16, 2013
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. The members of our CopNET family would like to thank Joseph F. Helms Jr. for his dedication and service to the citizens of Philadelphia. The passing of Joe will be broadcast to our 3,423 members shortly and we would like to extend our sincere condolences to his family. His absence from our ranks will be deeply missed by the remaining members of Philadelphia's Finest who were fortunate to have served with him during his police career. He will continue in our thoughts and prayers during our remaining days. "Until we meet again, may God Hold you in the palm of his hand. " . . .
Semper Fidelis.
Joe & Shirley Clayback
May 16, 2013
Forever in our hearts. God be with everyone as we join together to honor the life of our dear friend. Carry our love for you into the eternal life.
May 16, 2013
I am the daughter of Jim and Rita DeHaven, Ellen. Joe and I were Kids on Briggs St. I have fond memories of your family and Joe. Harry, I also remember you from later years. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time and will continue. Please know I wish you all peace and good memories, God bless you all.
Ellen (DeHaven) Mcloone
Orisha Baklycki
May 15, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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