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1960
2017
Lee was born January 19, 1960 in Clinton Oklahoma to Alma Nell Armstrong-Helfenbein and Lewis Helfenbein. The family moved to Amarillo in 1961 and Lee lived the remainder of his life in Amarillo.
Being born legally blind, Lee was fiercely independent and able to live a full, active life. He was a skilled handyman, able to make intricate engine repairs. Music was a big part of Lee's life. He possessed a keen ear with perfect pitch and could tune a guitar or tell if a stereo turntable timing was out of sync.
He was a ready volunteer to friends of Bill Wilson and had recently celebrated 24 years in that fellowship. He touched many lives and will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his mother Nell Helfenbein, his father Lewis Helfenbein and wife Wynona, a daughter Candace Hunt, a son, James Helfenbein, sisters Kim Helfenbein, Brenda Cranford and husband Troy, and son Ryan, grandchildren, Erik Helfenbein, Kolton Hunt and Darcelene Helfenbein and his four legged girls Maranda and Serenity.
Arrangements under the direction of Griggs-Schooler-Gordon Funeral Directors, Amarillo, TX.
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July 16, 2017
Alma Nell, my heart breaks for u and Lee's family. I pray that God comforts u, as only He can. The Chickasha, Ok Class of '56 sends our deepest sympathy to u. Love always, Glenna
July 16, 2017
Nell Helfenbein
. You were an inspiration to all of us.
July 6, 2017
Diane Pleasants
Nell, Our family sends our sincere sympathy to your family. Although we never met Lee, your sharing about him with us as well as our knowing Candace and James made it seem as if we knew him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you! Diane and Keith Pleasants
July 6, 2017
Claudia Dunklin
I remember Lee reciting "How It Works" from memory. I was so moved by that - it gave it more meaning for me. I didn't know him well, but he always remembered my name and was generous with his hugs. He will certainly be missed - he made the world a better place.
July 1, 2017
Leigh Ann McCaleb
Lewis, Nell, Brenda and Kim,
I am so so sorry to hear of your loss. He will be missed! He was always loved. With love and prayers for you all, Leigh Ann
June 29, 2017
Paula Anpognoli Toland
Nell-
There are no words to make things right. You are in my thoughts and prayers always. It was from watching you with your children that I first learned to be a mom.
Love,
Paula Antognoli Toland
June 28, 2017
Linda Lusnia
So sorry to hear. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you all.
Love, Reverend Linda Lusnia, (another friend of Bill)
June 26, 2017
Nancy Bingham
My heart is saddened by your loss. It's a long journey. It will be 12 years in October since Nicole left my presence. I have gone from difficulty breathing and feeling my heart physically contract to the feeling she is just in the other room and I just have to listen with my heart. The journey was led by God. He will lead you. Everyone is different, even each of you. Just stay in the moment and do what is in front of you. He will lead you through the sadness, tears, disbelief, aloneness...... Grief is a healing process.
June 26, 2017
Donna Morrison
I loved you very much, Lee. We had a lot of good times together going to Oklahoma City. I will be there for your mother, I know that is what you would want me to do. With love, Donna Morrison
June 26, 2017
Classmate
Debra Lane Johnson
Thoughts & prayers for the family.
June 26, 2017
Tracey Oakey
So sorry for you loss. My prayers are with you and your family! Hoping God will give you peace and know that Lee is in a better place. Love and miss you Lewis and Wynona
June 25, 2017
Mary Devenney
For you sir. Rest in peace
June 25, 2017
Debra Hohnson
Hi, I'm so sorry, he was A delight. I haven't seen or heard about Lee in along time. My heart goes out to all covered. Family knew me as Debbie Lane. I'd like to rember the positive..
June 25, 2017
Debra Hohnson
Hi, I'm so sorry, he was A delight. I haven't seen or heard about Lee in along time. My heart goes out to all covered. Family knew me as Debbie Lane. I'd like to rember the positive..
June 24, 2017
Jan Jost
I was so sorry to hear of the family's loss. Lee will be missed by many. Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers
June 24, 2017
Beverly Porter-Duggan
Nell, Kim, and Brenda
I am so sorry to hear about Lee.
I have so many memories of when we all lived on Hayden Street and then after ya'll moved on Western. The car pooling to kindergarten !!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Beverly porter Duggan
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