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Timothy "Tim" Helffrich

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Timothy "Tim" Helffrich obituary, 1966-2025, Ottawa, IL

BORN

1966

DIED

2025

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Ottawa Funeral Home

1111 La Salle Street

Ottawa, Illinois

Timothy Helffrich Obituary

Timothy "Tim" Helffrich
Born: April 5, 1966 in Ottawa, IL
Died: April 4, 2025 in Ottawa, IL
Timothy "Tim" Helffrich, 58, of Ottawa, passed away Friday, April 4, 2025 at his home.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 10, from 4:00pm until 6:00pm at Ottawa Funeral Home. A funeral ceremony will follow at 6:00pm.
Tim was born April 5, 1966, in Ottawa, IL, to Austin and Therese (Burke) Helffrich.
Tim worked at Farm & Fleet for many years. When he wasn't working, he was always helping his friends and neighbors cleaning out their basements or collecting scrap. He was kind and thoughtful and was always willing to help. He was an avid fisherman; he enjoyed taking late night rides on his motorcycle; liked cars and driving around with his dog, Gracie; and always had his pint of ice cream and a can of coke.
He is survived by daughter, Lindsay (CJ) Lyon; his grandchildren, Payton, Ryleigh, and Makenna Lyon; his siblings, Debra Alsvig-Einhaus and Aunnie Helffrich; his nephews, Curt and David Alsvig; and his bonus daughter, Kayla Corcoran.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Austin and Therese; his granddaughter, Ellah Lyon; and his brother in law, Terry Einhaus.
Memorials may be directed to the family.
The online guest book may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.ottawafuneralhome.com
Ottawa Funeral Home & Crematory
1111 LaSalle St, Ottawa Illinois 61350
815-433-0300
www.ottawafuneralhome.com

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Published by My Web Times on Apr. 8, 2025.

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Michael Price

April 10, 2025

Sorry for the family's loss I only knew Tim a shirt while but he was nice always helping ppl he reminded me of my dad I will truly miss him I will miss him

Michael Price

April 10, 2025

I only knew Tim for a short period he was a nice man was always helping ppl I will miss tim he reminded me of my dad i will truly miss him

CR

April 8, 2025

So sorry to hear about Tim´s passing. I knew him for many years. He was a good guy. My condolences to his family and friends. May he rest in peace.

gerard & vivian eichelkraut

April 7, 2025

Our cousin Tim left us with many great memories. Between Hazel Crest and Ottawa, you will be missed. Our deepest sympathy to his family and Aunnie and Deb. You're in our prayers and thoughts.

The Staff of Ottawa Funeral Home

April 8, 2025

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

John Conrad

April 6, 2025

Sorry for the families loss grew up with him on west side tim would help anyone he came in touch with rest in peace my friend

J L

April 6, 2025

RIP Tim, I enjoyed talking with him on occasion. He really did make a difference in cleaning up our town...

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1111 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, IL 61350

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1111 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, IL 61350

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