Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
James L. Helmer, "Chief", age 55, of White Lake died Monday, April 25, 2016. He was born March 25, 1961, in Wichita, Kansas to Robert and Mae (Buchanan) Helmer.
Jim was a 1979 graduate of White Lake High School and graduated as a machinist from North Central Technical College. He earned his Eagle Scout as a Lone Scout and was a member of the Order of the Arrow. Jim also served as scoutmaster of Troop 47, White Lake. Jim has forever been a lifelong Boy Scout. For over 30 years he was employed with Shotgun Eddy Raft Rental in White Lake and had also worked for Merit Gear, Antigo.
Jim is survived by his mother, Mae Helmer; wife, Cindy Helmer; a son, Brandon Helmer; step-son, Steven Davie; sisters and brothers, Nancy J. Skifstad, Robert J. Helmer, Kerri Rodriguez, Ken (Lisa) Helmer; nieces and nephew, Samantha Helmer, Wesley Reif, Alita Rodriguez; and other relatives and friends.
Preceding Jim in death was his father, Robert L. Helmer.
A visitation for family and friends will be on Saturday, May 21, 2016, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Four Corners Assembly of God Church, N3891 Cty Rd P, White Lake (corner of Cty Rd P and Hwy 64). A memorial service will be held on Saturday May 21 at 1:00 p.m. at the church with Pastor Marvin Kindle officiating.
The family would like to thank the staff at Eastview Nursing Facility, Antigo, and Wausau Hospitals and UW Health Madison. Thank you to all family and friends who supported Jim in his courageous fight and all of his life endeavors.
In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established.
If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com.
Brian wrote on May 13, 2016
Jamm. I keep waiting for you. To pull in the driveway at shotgun we will all miss you. You. We're more than an employee you were family You will truly be missed and never forgotten rest in peace and may your spirit fly like an Eagle
Lance & Luann wrote on May 7, 2016
Jim was a good friend, he will be missed, our sympathy to the family.
Christine Galvan wrote on May 1, 2016
Jim's love of the outdoors and Scouting is a legacy he leaves us all. I don't feel sorrow as I know Jim is in heaven resting with the angels. Jim I love you and I thank you for sharing your life with me and my family. Seeing you upstairs!
Laura Rebeck and the Schrank Family wrote on May 1, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss, words can not express. We wish the best for the sons in their adult lives. We always think of your family. Laura and Sharon.
Pearl and Arthur Quast wrote on May 1, 2016
Dear Mae and Cindy,
Our deepest condolences to you and all of the families feeling the loss of Jim Helmer at this time. He was much too young to be taken from you! Yet the mercy of Our Lord knows no limits. Mae, he was born just 4 days before our firstborn. God be with you as you grieve this loss.
Bert Hollander wrote on May 1, 2016
So sorry for your loss may God shed his grace and mercy upon family and friends and welcome Jim into his arms, I will remember and pray that all receive Gods comfort at this time of lose.