He and his wife, June (Nagy) Helfrich, celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary on May 19.
He was a son of Helen (Fenstermaker) Helfrich, Cetronia; and the late Erwin Helfrich.
He was a licensed electrician, working for Joseph I. Haines for 44 years.
David served in the Army and was stationed in Japan immediately after World War II.
He was a member of Grace ECC, Cetronia, for 35 years, before becoming a faithful member of St. Michael’s Evangelical Lutheran Church of Allentown. He served on the church council and was the Sunday sexton for more than 20 years, retiring in November 2006.
Also surviving are two sons, David J., and wife Kelly, Topton; and Robert J., and wife Barbara, Allentown; and three daughters: Sally A., wife of Alan Beck, Lehighton; Susan M., wife of Barry Diehl, Allentown; and Sherri A. Helfrich and fiancé, Andrew Benjamin, Mertztown.
Other survivors include two brothers, Robert and wife Ann, Melbourne, Fla.; and James and wife Vivian, Las Vegas; and two sisters, Ruth, wife of the late Carroll Schreiber, Allentown; and Kathryn, wife of the late John Helfrich, Allentown.
There are also seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in St. Michael’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ninth and Turner Streets, Allentown, PA 18102. A calling hour will be held Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. in the church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the church at the above address.
Stephens Funeral Home Inc., Allentown, is in charge of arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Karen (Bills) Downey
June 11, 2007
Dear June and Family,
We were very saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved Davy. I have such fond memories of watching your family grow and babysitting them. As years went by, Mom and Dad always kept us posted on how you were doing. It meant alot to see you both at Dad's viewing. We just found out about Davy, so I am sorry we were unable to be at the services. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love, Karen, Denise, Scott and Craig (Bills) and families
Teri Love
June 7, 2007
Aunt June and Family-
Grieving with you and keeping you all in our prayers.
With Love,
Teri (Helfrich) Love, Kevin, Joseph, Cayna and Bethanie
Beth and Paul Reichert
June 5, 2007
Aunt June and family,
I wish so badly that i could be there tomorrow with you all and hug you, but since i can't be there know i'll be praying for you all. Love, Beth and Paul
Karen Evans
June 5, 2007
Sally and Family,
We know you have lots of wonderful memories of your Dad, they will be with you always. He will live forever in all of you! Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Love, Karen, Chad, Kara, and Craig
Louise (Meyer) Feher
June 4, 2007
Dear Helfrich family,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your much loved husband, father, and grandfather. Although it's been several years since I've seen some of you, I will always remember those high school and college days when I was at your house all of the time! I have such wonderful memories of your dad. He was one of the kindest, sweetest people I have ever known. He used to love to listen to Sally and I ( and Sue too!)singing and playing our newest chorus, Laudate, etc. music in your living room. Even when we were driving him crazy, he would just shake his head, sigh, and say "Oh, Sal". I will always treasure the memories of hanging out, prom, church talent shows, concerts, our double family camping trip to the beach, and so many more. Your house and family was my home away from home during those days. The memory of your wonderful dad will always live in my heart.
Love, Louise, Jim, and Jonathan Feher
Mike Felegy
June 4, 2007
Sue and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. May all your wonderful memories of your Dad give you some comfort at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike
Mark Schaffer
June 3, 2007
To June and the entire Helfrich family my deepest sympathy to all of you. I was very sad to see that Davy has passed away. I worked with him for almost 10 years at Joseph I. Haines he was one of the nicest men I have ever known. I have very fond memories and stories about him that I still share with others. I will always remember how kind and mild tempered he was he will be missed very much by all those who knew him.
Ruth Mortensen
June 3, 2007
Our sympathy to you June and your family on the loss of Davy!
We know he will be missed by all but we can always remember the good he did for others.
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