BORN

1925

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Lindenwood Cemetery

2324 West Main Street

Fort Wayne, Indiana

EDWARD HELMKE Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 28, 2014.

Arrangements under the direction of Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne, IN.

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April 2, 2014

Gary and Larry...Ronda and I are devastated at hearing of Ed's passing...We just found out this morning. Gary we are so sorry to hear of this news and the way we found out...we will be in contact with you Gary in the VERY near future...Ed's passing will tear a large part of our hearts out. We think of the Helmke's as part of our family and we loved your parents dearly...Randy and Ronda Jackson 04.02.14-1307

April 1, 2014

Jim Mowery

Larry & Gary: Brothers, sorry I can't be there in body but know I am there through my thoughts and prayers. It's comforting to know that "Dad Helmke" is now reunited with "Mom".

March 31, 2014

Larry,Thinking of you and remembering you in my prayers during this difficult time.May your memories be a source of comfort to you.
Sally Niccum George

March 31, 2014

Dawn Helmke-Cory

So Sorry for your loss. May you find peace.

March 30, 2014

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY YOU DRAW CLOSE TO OUR LOVING GOD BY READING HIS WORD, AND FIND COMFORT IN THE HOPE THAT HE GIVES US ALL : OF SEEING OUR LOVED ONES AGAIN IN A BEAUTIFUL NEW PARADISE HERE ON EARTH.

March 30, 2014

Dennis Beck

Gary and Larry, all the best to you as you remember the sweet memories of your Dad. The times we got to get together as young kids were always so special to me and to this day I appreciate the kindness both of your parents showed to us.

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