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Evelyn E. Helvig
1926 - 2022
Evelyn E. Helvig
1926 - 2022
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BORN
1926
DIED
2022
Evelyn Helvig Obituary
Memorial Service for Evelyn E. Helvig, age 95, of Fairmont, MN, will be 11:00 am on Friday, February 4, 2022, at Grace Lutheran Church in Fairmont. Those wishing to view a live stream of the service may do so at https://boxcast.tv/view/life-celebration-930903 Inurnment will be in Waverly Church Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Thursday, February 3, at the Lakeview Funeral Home and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Evelyn passed away on Sunday morning, January 30, 2022, at Heartland Senior Living in Truman, MN. The Lakeview Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements.
Evelyn Elaine (Garbers) Helvig was born on September 17, 1926, in Fraser Township, Martin County, MN. She was the daughter of Arnold and Lillie (Schultz) Garbers. Evelyn attended Fraser country school and later graduated from Welcome High School in 1945.
On February 11, 1951, Evelyn was united in marriage to Bruce Helvig in Fairmont, MN. The couple resided in Waverly Township until moving to Fairmont when they retired. This union was blessed with two children, Jonathan and Jennifer.
Evelyn spent her time raising her children as well as the numerous other duties that being a farm wife requires. She was a member of Waverly Lutheran Church and more recently a member of Grace Lutheran Church as well as the Fox Lake Golf Club and Interlaken Golf Club. During her free time, Evelyn enjoyed golfing, playing Bridge and just about any other card game, and going to casinos. She most loved the time she was able to spend with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Left to cherish her memory include her son, Jonathan (Karen) Helvig; daughter, Jennifer (Jon) Saxen; grandchildren, Mandy (David) Brosnahan, Stephen (Elle) Helvig, Daniel (Kendra) Helvig, Taylor Saxen, and Alex Saxen; great grandchildren, Amelia (Mia) and Fynn Brosnahan, and Eliza, Jack, and Grayson Helvig; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Along with her parents, Arnold and Lillie Garbers, Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Helvig; grandson, Marcus Saxen; brothers, Merten Garbers, and Merle Garbers; sister, Ardis McKean; brother-in-law, Robert Helvig; and sister-in-law, Alice Albertson.
Dianna Anderson
February 5, 2022
I’m so glad I got to know her and Bruce and have them as extended family. Wonderful couple, lovely family and wonderful legacy. May they both rest in eternal love and peace♥♥
Tonya Lonke (Garbers)
February 4, 2022
So sorry for your loss of such a sweet lady. Always smiling with kind words to share every time I saw her.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Allison Greier
February 3, 2022
Just thinking about the wonderful memories shared by our parents. I’m so thankful they were apart of our lives and theirs. May your memories provide you with love and happiness in the days ahead. All my love, Allison
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Mickie Bosshart
February 3, 2022
Sorry to hear of your loss. Best wishes and prayers to your family.
Richard Helvig
February 3, 2022
We are sorry to hear of Evelyn's passing at 95. I have many wonderful memories of time spent with Bruce and Evie at the Helvig family farm. May peace fill your hearts at this difficult time.
Kay Mitchell
February 3, 2022
Prayers for peace. With sympathy, Rich and Kay
Debprah Sherman
February 3, 2022
Thinking about you today, and in the days ahead as you mourn your beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother Evie. I am sorry for your loss.
Stephanie Sherman
February 2, 2022
I'm sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Thinking of you all during this time.
Marge Bolster
January 31, 2022
I played many a fun Bridge game with Evie! She was good at it and so always pleasant. She will be missed by manyenjoy your happy times with her! I know I will.
Irene Quiring
January 31, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Evelyn's passing. I cleaned for her for several years while she was in her condo. She was so much fun to visit with and the sweetest person. May you all find times to smile and maybe even laugh as you share sweet memories. Praying for God's peace to cover each of you during this time.
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