Annmarie Wiggins Helmick

1955 - 2017

Annmarie Wiggins Helmick obituary, 1955-2017, Huntsville, AL

BORN

1955

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Valhalla Funeral Home

698 WINCHESTER RD NE

Huntsville, Alabama

Annmarie Helmick Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 16, 2017.

Annmarie Wiggins Helmick, 62, of Huntsville, passed away at Huntsville Hospital on Tuesday May 16, 2017 after a long battle with cancer.





Ann was born March 31, 1955 in Birmingham, AL to Joel Roy Wiggins and Barbara Ann Reese Wiggins. She loved reading and spending time at the beach. She worked on government contracts at Kwajalen from 1977 to 1981 and at Marshall Space Flight Center from 1981 to 1993. She then worked for a local engineering firm until 2003.



She is survived by her husband of 26 years Richard Helmick, mother Barbara Wiggins Anderson, brothers Randy and Roy Lynn Wiggins, sister-in-law Shawna Wiggins, her son Jeremy Gibbs and spouse Stephanie, step-son Rick Helmick and spouse Amy plus 4 wonderful grandchildren.



Visitation will be held Friday, May 19, from 9:30 am to 10:45 at the Valhalla Funeral Home. Visitation will be followed by a private family graveside service.



In lieu of flowers, Ann requested donations be made to Russell Hill Cancer Foundation, American Cancer Society or St Jude's children's hospital.

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May 20, 2017

Diane Swiger

Rick, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. .A person's worth is not measured by the wealth left behind, but by the richness of their memories. I know you have many happy memories to sustain you through this difficult time. God Bless You and I am sure I speak for the members of your high school class wishing you peace and joy remembering the love you two shared. Met her once at a SHS slumni reunion, she was a lovely person.
Diane Swiger

May 19, 2017

Debra Reese

My love to such a wonderful family! All of you have been a blessing to me and my children! Annmarie was always a kind, welcoming soul to us. I loved her happy smile and friendly ways! Aunt Barbara, my family loves you greatly! We are all out of town today but please know that my heart and prayers are with you!

May 18, 2017

Sharon Bond

I know Aunt Barbara from when she lived at logan Martin Lake. My late husband, Eric, & I would eat with her at church on wednesday nights. Then I realized my BFF & next door lake neighbor is her niece -Cendia!!! Oh we're family then!!!! My Breaks for a Mother burying her daughter. I suggest listening to "Even If" by Mercy Me. It's getting me through my grief.

May 18, 2017

Stephen Robinson

Dear Rick, Roy and all of your family: I am so very sorry for your loss. Godspeed.

May 18, 2017

Tanya Richards

I am so heart broken over the loss of my beautiful cousin. RIP Ann Marie and give all our family in heaven a big hug. Prayers for my Aunt Barbara and our family.

May 17, 2017

MPD Reserves

We were very sorry to hear about Mrs. Helmick's passing. On behalf of the officers of the MPDRF we would like to express our condolences to all her family and friends.

May 17, 2017

Portia Dischinger

Rick, please know that you and your family are in my prayers. Portia

May 17, 2017

Kathy Hatley

Rick I was so sorry to hear of Ann's passing. I am so glad y'all made so many great memories that I hope will bring your smiles through your tears in the days ahead. God Bless.

May 17, 2017

Carla Holder

Ann was a trooper through her illness and fun, warm person at all times. We had so many lovely times with her with the Valley Vettes. Our thoughts and prayers to Rick and the family. Carla & Joe

May 17, 2017

Rod & Pat Hill

Rodney and I have so many happy memories, of the many good times, the four of us, spent together. Her smile could light up a room and her laugh, was contagious. We have never met, a sweeter person. No more pain and sickness, now she knows, true peace and happiness, beyond, our understanding.

With All Our Love and Sympathy

May 16, 2017

Vic van Leeuwen

Ann and I will sure miss her wonderful personality and ever-present smile. But she sue leaves us with many happy memories with Valley Vettes.

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