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BORN
1952
DIED
2016
Jim Helsel Obituary
St. Bernadette Catholic Church was a big part of Jim's family life. Jim and Cheryl made sure their 3 children knew and loved Jesus as they did and made their holy sacraments as they lived their lives.
Jim started his career with Budweiser in 1982 and retired in 2011 after 29 years of service. Jim knew everything there ever was to know about beer and it was often the topic of conversations with people he would encounter. Jim worked hard to ensure the best life possible for his family. He developed many long term friendships with his co-workers that he deeply cherished and remained in contact with them after retiring.
After retirement, Jim and Cheryl welcomed their first granddaughter, Ella, in 2012. and the James Erwin Helsel III (L.J.) in 2013. "Grampy" became the apple of his grandbabies' eyes. He would spend many days and evenings looking after them and spoiling them to no end. Ella and L.J. were his pride and joy and his memory will live on in them forever.
Jim leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife Cheryl, children James, Elizabeth, and William, along with his daughter in law Jessie, and grandchildren, Ella and L.J. Also, his brothers Stan, Dennis, Kenny, and Mike, along with a host of in laws, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Visitation hours will be from 9:00am - 11:00am February 4, 2016 at Forest Park Lawndale Grand Chapel with a funeral service to start at 11:00am. Serving as pallbearers are Joey Matthews, Justin Matthews, Vance Clifton, Vance Clifton Jr., James Helsel Jr., Will Helsel, Bo Helsel, and Stevie Lareau.
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August 21, 2016
I LOVE AND MISS YOU MY SWEET DADDY YOU ARE THE BEST DAD!!! I'M SO BLESSED THAT YOU ARE MY DAD, YOU TAUGHT ME UNCONDITIONAL LOVE!!!! THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING DAD!!!!!! XOXOXOXO ~☆LOVE ALWAYS YOUR LIL GIRL, ELIZABETH ANN☆~
Elizabeth Helsel
August 17, 2016
I love you daddy you are the best dad and always will be in my eyes!!! You will always be remembered and missed... Words can't describe how well we understood eachother without saying a word. We read eachothers minds :^) I miss sitting on your lap and just laughing and talking with you. I could tell you anything. Thank you for sending me my sign that I asked for at the service! It was more than I could have ever imagined!!! It was beautiful I cried tears of joy! I know you are OK and an angel and that you didn't suffer and that means so much to me! Until we see eachother again, hugs and kisses xoxoxoxoxo love always your lil girl Elizabeth Ann
Renee Morrison
February 22, 2016
Jimmy was definitely one of the "GOOD" guys. So sad...hard to put how I feel in words. He left a beautiful family behind. I'm sure he is watching over you all. Best wishes to you Cheryl, I think of you often. Sending hugs...Renee
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Dale Gowen
February 4, 2016
R.I.P. cousin-you were like a brother to me. I will always carry fond memories of our friendship.
sherry smith
February 4, 2016
You were like family and will be missed dearly.
Victoria Sandoval
February 4, 2016
Cheryl, I am so sorry for yours & the kids loss, may god bless you and your family during this time.
Victoria Sandoval (Fabian's mom)
Cheryl Helsel
February 3, 2016
My Dearest Jim,
My heart is aching for you so. You are the best thing that ever happened to me. I will always love you . .
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