John C. Helmer

1947 - 2017

John C. Helmer obituary, 1947-2017, Arlington Height, IL

BORN

1947

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Lauterburg - Oehler Funeral Home

2000 East Northwest Highway

Arlington Heights, Illinois

John Helmer Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 5, 2017.

John C. Helmer, 70 of Arlington Heights was born February 24, 1947 in Knoxville, TN to James and Doris (nee Nason) Helmer and passed away June 4, 2017. John was the beloved husband of Susan E. (nee Wiley) Helmer; loving father of Jaclyn (Brian) Amos and Danielle (Joseph) La Ha; cherished papa of Olivia, Camden, Brady and Sadie; dear brother of William Helmer, Ellen (Robert) Sneider, Ann (Matthew) Helmer-Glassmaker, James Helmer and the late Thomas (Katherine) Helmer and Joan Helmer and fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 7, 2017 from 3-8 PM at Lauterburg & Oehler Funeral Home, 2000 E. Northwest Highway, Arlington Heights. Prayers will be said Thursday, June 8 at 10:15 AM at the funeral home and proceed to St. James Church, 831 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights for funeral mass at 11:00 AM. Interment will be in St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery.

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May 24, 2023

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Philip P. Philbin

Johnny was my friend. We first became acquainted through our early association at General Finance Corp many many moons ago. We called him "Johnny Helmet". I have many fond memories of Johhny with his awesome sense of humor that I easily associated with. In fact, I bought my 1974 Dodge Charger SE from John. I miss him and will remember him fondly which is his legacy. I will see you again.

June 9, 2017

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Joe DeSylvester Jr.

Hi Susan, Jaclyn and Danielle. Sorry to hear about John. I only knew him a few times at family gatherings. His sense of humor was just fantastic. He really cracked me up a couple of times. I hope you are all doing as well as you can and we express our heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
The DeSylvester Family, Joe, Rocco & Livia.

June 7, 2017

Howard Graff

John was a great human, a gentleman of the highest quality. I had the great pleasure of working with him for several years. May he rest in peace.

June 6, 2017

Darlene Ruiz-Garcia

To Susan, Jaclyn, Danielle and family, our thoughts and prayers of comfort. My love to each of you. May the arms of Jesus hold you in his loving care. John will be missed by all who knew and love him....Love always Darlene and Marcel Garcia

June 6, 2017

John was a great guy. I remember the camping trips to Canada we went on with my dad and Edgar.My wife Vicky and I are sorry for your loss.We will remember all of you in our prayers.
Dennis and Vicky Helmer

June 6, 2017

Debbie Friel

Dear Jaclyn,

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved father. It is so hard to say goodbye to a parent. May all of your sweet memories stay fresh in your mind as you look back on someone so instrumental in your life. I am praying for you.

June 5, 2017

Roseann & Bob Gillig

I am so so sorry to hear this. Our sincere sympathies and condolences. John was such a great man, his sense of humor was extraordinary. We always loved his visits to Wayne's Pizza. You are all in our prayers. God bless!

June 5, 2017

Richard Lozins

I'm very saddened to hear of John's passing. My condolences.

June 5, 2017

Rod and Sally Steiner

John was a most unique person, great man, loving father and husband and friend. His kind soul touched the hearts of all who knew him. He will forever be remembered and missed. Our sincere sympathies and prayers go out to Sue, Danielle, Jaclyn and all of John's friends and family.

June 5, 2017

Martin Starr

John was such a funny, warm guy, he will be missed. My sympathies to his loved ones at this sad time.

June 5, 2017

Courtney Larson

Sue, Jaclyn, Danielle, and family, We're so sorry for your loss. John was such a fun person to be around, and I have nothing but fond childhood memories of him. We hope that his love and your memories will surround you now and bring comfort during this time. We will be praying for you. Love you all so much. xoxo Courtney and family.

June 5, 2017

John will be missed by us and all who knew and loved him. Our memories shared will always keep him in our hearts. Our deepest sympathies to you, Sue, Jaclyn, Danielle, grandchildren, and your loved ones today and always. Find comfort that John is at peace and will forever watch over all of you. Our love, Bill and Linda Fenske

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Jun

7

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Lauterburg - Oehler Funeral Home

2000 East Northwest Highway, Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Jun

8

Prayer Service

10:15 a.m.

Lauterburg - Oehler Funeral Home

2000 East Northwest Highway, Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Jun

8

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. James Church

831 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights , IL

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Lauterburg - Oehler Funeral Home

2000 East Northwest Highway, Arlington Heights, IL 60004

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