Robert A. Helmkamp

robert helmkamp

September 27, 1944 ~ March 18, 2012

Bob was born in Alton, Illinois to Paul and Verona (Plegge) Helmkamp. He married Kay Wasem on March 19, 1977 in Greenville, Illinois. She survives as does a daughter Deb (Kevin) Phalen. He is also survived by a brother Richard Helmkamp and a sister Elaine Peonitski and two grandsons. Bob grew up in Moro, IL and graduated from Edwardsville High School in 1962. He was co-owner of Helmkamp Implement Dealership until 1989. After selling the implement dealership he sold insurance for Prudential and then opened and operated Helmkamp Financial Serices in Greenville until recently. He served on the Greenville City Council for eight years and was also a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.

Service:

Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 11 AM

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 1540 East State Route 140, Greenville, IL 62246



Visitation:

Tuesday, March 20, 2012 from 5-8 PM

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 1540 East State Route 140, Greenville, IL 62246

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  1. Kay – thought the service was wonderful! From Kevin's thoughts to the Pastor's sermon to the music. I especially liked the last number – Bob would have been tickled! Mary

  2. WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. BOB WAS A SPECIAL PERSON, HE WAS SERIOUS, BUT ALWAYS MADE US LAUGH. IT WAS A PLEASURE TO SIT AND CHAT WITH HIM. IF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT WE CAN DO PLEASE DON'T HESITATE TO GET IN TOUCH. 618 780 0491 HE WILL BE MISSED.

  3. Dick heard of Roberts passing today. We are so sad, aned feel bad about not being with you in your time of grief. Please accept our condolense and forgive us. Sincerly, Dick and Sinja Shaw


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