Biography:
James M. “Jack” Helm Sr., 77, of Littlestown died Saturday, Sept 26, at the Hanover Hospital. He was the husband of Arlene F. (Toms) Helm of Littlestown for 30 years. Born July 31, 1938 in Holt, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Dennis D. and Dorothy V. (Hartley) Helm. Jack was a 1956 graduate of Grafton High School and a 1960 graduate of West Virginia University. He served in the U.S. Army and was a district soil conservationist for Howard County, MD.
Surviving in addition to his wife are sons, James Helm Jr. and wife Debra of Spring Grove; Jon Helm and wife Shelly of Gettysburg and a daughter Jill Trostle of Glenville. Stepsons: William Hawk Jr. and wife Sandy of Taneytown, David Hawk of Littlestown, Terry Lee Hawk of Gettysburg and stepdaughter Deborah Hawk of Hanover. Nine grandchildren, four great grandchildren and a sister Deanna Kisner McQueen of Flemington, WV. He was predeceased by a brother Reginald Helm. Jack was a member of Bethel Assembley of God, Fish and Game and the Eagles, all of Littlestown. He enjoyed hunting, blue grass concerts, Mountaineer football and being with his family.
Memorial Service is Sat., Oct 3, at 11 A.M. at Bethel Assembly of God, 1125 Frederick Pike, Littlestown, with Pastor Richard Rittenour officiating. There will be no viewing; however, the family with receive friends Saturday 10 – 11 A.M. at church. Inurnment is in Eylers Valley Chapel Cemetery, Thurmont, MD at a later date. Contributions in Jack’s name may be sent to American Diabetes Assoc., 3544 N. Progress Ave., Suite 101, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com
Condolences(06)
Mike & Pam Lippy
Sep 30th, 2015 8:44 pm
#5
Arlene & Family, Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Gail Larman (McCauley)
Sep 30th, 2015 4:48 pm
#4
So sorry to hear of your loss. May you feel God's love carrying your family through this difficult time and always.
Lydia Spencer McDaniel
Sep 29th, 2015 4:02 pm
#3
So sorry to hear that Jackie had passed away. Hugs and prayers.
Lydia (Spencer), Bob, Erin and Caitlin McDaniel
Lydia (Spencer), Bob, Erin and Caitlin McDaniel
Willa Lau
Sep 29th, 2015 11:11 am
#2
To the family of Jack Helm..You have my deepest sympathy. I was privileged to meet Jack and Arlene last week. I was so sorry to hear of his death. May your memories of Jack bring peace to your heart. RIP Jack.
Barb and Glenn Snyder
Sep 28th, 2015 2:35 pm
#1
Jim and Deb,
You have our deepest sympathy! God bless you and your family!
You have our deepest sympathy! God bless you and your family!
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RIP Jack