Ruth Evelyn Helmick

Ruth Evelyn Helmick obituary, Rainelle, WV

Ruth Evelyn Helmick

Ruth Helmick Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Smathers Funeral Chapel Inc on May 17, 2025.
Ruth Evelyn Helmick, 85, of Lawn, went to her eternal home in Heaven, Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, following a short illness. Born July 9, 1939, at Lawn, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Esta (Cadle) Hutsenpillar.
Ruth was a 1958 graduate of Smoot High School. She worked in many places during her lifetime, still working at Walmart for the last 15 years. Ruth had such an impact on those she worked with, and they really cared about her. She will be greatly missed. Ruth was a faithful, lifelong member of the Meadow Grove Baptist Church, Dawson.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband Charles Helmick, brother Jesse Hutsenpillar, and a very special nephew, Danny Hutsenpillar.
Survivors include two sisters Frances Lepley (Charles) of Dawson and Virginia Babcock (Al) of Washington Township, Michigan; a great aunt Loretta Cadle of Grassy Meadows; five furry cat babies; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends.
Services will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in the Meadow Grove Baptist Church, Dawson, with Pastor Vince Deeds and Pastor Billy Pate officiating. Burial will follow in the Wallace Memorial Cemetery, Clintonville.
Friends may call one hour before the service from 12 – 1 p.m. at the church.
Online condolences may be shared at www.smathersfuneralchapelinc.com
Smathers Funeral Chapel is honored to have been entrusted to care for Ruth and her family during their time of need.
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Emily Lilly

May 29, 2025

A very sweet lovely lady. I loved seeing her at Walmart.

Lena greer

May 18, 2025

Ruthie was a joy to work with, always such a sweet person. My condolences to her friends and family. She will be missed

Grace Morgan

May 18, 2025

Ruth was a wonderful person as I worked beside her many years at Kellwood Loved her

Bonnie Wallace

May 17, 2025

I am so sorry to hear this news of Ruth passing away. She was such a sweet lady. I will always remember her. My thought and prayers be with the family at this sad time. Bonnie Wallace Rainelle

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