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David J. Helms Obituary

Graduation Year Class of 1980
Date of Passing Jun 07, 2015
About David J. Helms, 52, of East Moline, passed away June 7, 2015, at his home.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Schroder Mortuary in Silvis is assisting the family with arrangements.

David was born Feb. 9, 1963, in Galesburg, the son of David L. Helms and Terry Hunter. He graduated from Moline High School in 1980. David loved NASCAR and was a Dale Earnhardt fan. He was also a computer genius.


Survivors include his father, David (Bernice) Helms, East Moline; mother, Terry Hunter, Franklin, Ind.; daughter, Cathryn Helms; son, David Helms; grandchildren, Emma and Ethan Helms; sister, Marcy Stewart; nieces, Hailey and Hanna Stewart; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

David was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Paul Helms; maternal grandfather, Doran Carr; and a stepfather, William Hunter.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at schrodermortuary.com.
David J. Helms