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1931
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2013
Herman Helfrich Obituary
Born February 11, 1931 in Washington, DC he was the son of the late Herman A. and Elizabeth McCoy Helfrich.
He was a veteran of the US Army and a member of the VFW in Front Royal.
He is survived by five children, Herman L. Helfrich, II of Front Royal, VA, Ronald E. Helfrich of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Rose Mary Helfrich of Springfield, VA, Eric W. Helfrich of Front Royal, VA, and David V. Helfrich of Alexandria, VA; two grandchildren, Steven and Aiden Helfrich; and one brother, Charles E. Helrich of Tampa, FL.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Doris Helfrich.
Graveside services with military honors will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to Martinsburg VA Medical Cancer Center, 510 Butler Ave., Martinsburg, WV 25405.
Arrangements by Brown Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be offered at
www.BrownFuneralHomesWV.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Herman Helfrich
Valerie Mayes
September 10, 2013
Miss you Uncle Sonny!!! Love your FAVORITE niece, Valerie
Valerie Mayes
September 10, 2013
Dear Herman Larry, Ron, Rose, Eric, and David, I am so sorry for your loss. Ron, you are right, your mom and dad are together again and HAPPY! I loved your dad, MY Uncle Sonny, very much! As a child he always made me laugh and he always made me feel loved! The last couple of years I never saw him that he didn't tell me how lucky he was to have each of you!!! He was so proud of how you guys took care of your mom and how you were taking care of him. Lets keep in touch! I love each of you, Love, Valerie
Clay & Jamie
September 10, 2013
So sorry for your loss, David. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Kathy Theberge
September 9, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Stan let us know of your Dad's passing. May you find comfort in your memories with each other.
Billy & Susie Hammer
September 9, 2013
Love you and miss you Sonny more than words could ever say. But, we know even though we are saddened by your passing, that you are in a much better place and have re-united with your beloved Doris. We are sending hugs and kisses to the both of you up in Heaven.
Ron Helfrich
September 9, 2013
Missing you pops
David and Ron with pops
Ron Helfrich
September 9, 2013
Love you pops and missing you but I know you are with Mom and that makes it better.
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