David Helms' Obituary
David Ray Helms, 54, of Charlotte passed away Monday, November 11, 2013.
He was a lifetime member of Mallard Creek Presbyterian Church, serving as a Deacon, Elder, member of the Mission Committee travel team, and the Property Committee. He also served as bus driver for many church functions. He was employed at Duke Energy for 37 years filling roles of a Meter Reader, Lineman and Scheduling Specialist. Here he formed many long lasting relationships.
He was also a member of the Swinging Mallard Square Dance Club and the Carolina Regional Mustang Club.
Mr. Helms was a loving husband, father, and son and attended many athletic events with his children—from soccer, cross-country and track meets, cheerleading competitions and football games.
His hobbies include horseback riding, camping, fishing, square dancing and attending car cruiseins with a 66 Mustang convertible, which he restored.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Kimberly M. Helms, his two daughters, Stephanie M. Helms and Melissa C. Helms, both of the home; parents, Jean and Kenneth Helms of Charlotte; sister Teresa Goodman of Banner Elk, nephews Tucker and Hunter Goodman, Rom Robinson and niece Nicole Chiulli and husband John of Atlanta, GA; sister in laws, Cathee Griffin of Charlotte and Charlotte Maggard and husband David of Sedona, AZ.
Memorials may be made to Mallard Creek Presbyterian Church or Levine and Dickson Hospice House.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00 Thursday, November 14 at Mallard Creek Presbyterian with Rev. Shawn Barkley officiating. Mr. Helms will lie in state from 2-3:00 prior to the funeral in the church sanctuary. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will follow the burial in the fellowship hall.
James Funeral Home is serving the family. www.jamesfuneralhomeLKN.com
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