Paul J. Helms, 93, of Belmont, OH formerly of Neffs, OH, died Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at his home. He was born April 2, 1927 in Stewartsville, OH., a son of the late Paul and Mary Bennington Helms.
Paul was a retired truck driver for the Belmont County Engineering Department, a U.S. Marine Corp veteran of WWII and a Protestant by faith.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Hilda Marie Hess Helms in 1999; a sister; a brother; a daughter-in-law, Mary Helms.
Surviving are his children, Marie Heath of Bethesda, OH, Ronald Helms of Lansing, OH, Tammy (Tim) Reynolds of Titusville, FL, Wanda Hall of St. Clairsville, OH, Gary (Kathy) Helms of Belmont; a sister, Dorothy DeLong of Adena; a brother, Larry (Tine) Helms of Stewartsville; a sister-in-law, Clara Helms of Lansing; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; a special friend, Gracie, Gary and Kathy’s dog; two cats, Murphy and Rudy whom he liked to feed.
Friends will be received on Thursday from 2-4 pm & 6-8 pm at Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory 441 37th Street Bellaire, OH with funeral services on Friday at 11 am with Pastor Larry Helms officiating.
Burial will follow in Holly Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Grove, OH with full military honors conducted by Barnesville VFW Post 2792.
Memorial contributions may be made to Neffs Volunteer Fire Department or Valley Hospice by going to “TMCFunding.com.”
Share your thoughts and memories of Paul with his family at www.bauknechtaltmeyer.com
Wanda,
My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your father. He was a really nice and caring man with a good sense of humor. He always treated me and others so kindly when we stayed at your house before Girl Scout meetings (a long time ago!). However, your dad’s kindness was never forgotten after all those years. May the peace of the Lord and cherished memories be with you and your entire family.
Tracy Maxwell Ghoris
Daddy (Bob Bennington) always spoke very highly of “Junior”. Daddy and “Junior” were cousins and would run into each other from time to time. I’m sure they will be sharing all kinds of stories, now.
Gary (Kathy), We are very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers at the difficult time.
Paul was a kind and caring man who will be missed by all who knew him
Gary. Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tammy, my deepest sympathy to you
Our hearts and prayers are with ya’ll… Love you guys!
Kathy & Gary and family, you have my deepest sympathy. I have such fond memories of Paul and my Aunt Mary. They were good friends and missed beyond measure. God bless your family as you mourn your loss. Love, Moogie
I’m sending my sincere condolences and prayers to all the family. God bless you.
R sincere thoughts r with u all