 WESTFIELD - William J. Helman, Jr., age 54, of East Main Street, Westfield, died Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Westfield Memorial Hospital, following a brief illness.
Bill was born on March 29, 1955 in Westfield, NY, a son of William J. and Patricia (Jaynes) Helman, Sr. of Westfield. Bill had been employed by Westfield Memorial Hospital in the maintenance dept. and then for the former Envirogas Corp. as a well tender prior to his disability. In his younger years, he had also been employed by Calarco's Restaurant as a Bar Tender. Most recently, Bill had been employed at the Sunset Bay Restaurant. He enjoyed bowling, golfing and traveling. Bill had installed TV antennas for many years with his father, Bill Sr., his brother Kim, and his friend Dave Fuller. Bill’s greatest love was spending time with his family. He had attended the First Baptist Church of Westfield, and was a member of Loyal Order of Moose Lodge # 118, of Westfield. Besides his parents, William Sr. and Pat of Westfield, Bill is survived by his brother Kim Helman also of Westfield, as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother, James W. Helman. No calling hours will be observed. Funeral services will be private with burial in Westfield Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chautauqua County, 20 West Fairmont Avenue, Lakewood, NY 14750 or to the First Baptist Church of Westfield, 9 Kent Street, Westfield, NY 14787. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the MASON Funeral Home, 37 Clinton St., Westfield, NY 14787. Log on to www.masonfuneral.com to send Bill’s family a message of sympathy. |
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Bill, Pat and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Billy. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Penny Evans Written by Penny Evans 2010-01-24 10:52:47 AM
My thoughts and Prayers to The Helman Family. Billy was my classmate and a friend. He was pretty quiet but you could always count on a smile and kind words.He will be missed.God be with all of you in this time of loss. Sincerly Sandy Ottaway Wetzel Council Bluffs Iowa. Written by Sandy Ottaway Wetzel 2010-01-24 5:33:10 PM
Dear Helman family, I was very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I used to really enjoy being around him when he came to the bowling alley. He had the best smile and would help you in any way he could. Sadly it has been years since I have seen him. Your family has suffered two very hard loses but now Jim & Bill are together. My prayers and thoughts are with you, may God Bless and keep you. Linda Riscili Thomas Written by Linda Thomas 2010-01-24 8:11:27 AM
I am so sorry to hear of Billy's death. I always remember him as a kind and gentle man. I ALSO remember that Billy was my very first "Boyfriend" in Miss Carpenter's second grade class! He gave me his ID bracelet which I wore for ONE DAY.....until my Mother found out and nixed that whole scenario! Written by dru crowell 2010-01-24 8:15:20 AM
I would just like to convey my condolences, I used to work with bill at the Moose in the kitchen back in 96 through 98 when I left, and I believe he new my Parents as well Clebert and Janice Cochran, he will be missed. Written by Dean Cochran 2010-01-25 2:56:28 AM
Dear Bill,Pat, and family, I was so sorry to hear about Bills passing.I'l never forget the fun we had playing ball in your front yard on north gale st. He was a nice wonderful friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. Sincerely, Patti(Bowen) and Ed Barger Written by Patricia Barger 2010-01-25 6:17:09 AM
I am very sorry for you loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Written by Cathy Cettell 2010-01-25 7:21:06 AM
Pat, Bill and Family Im so sorry to hear about Bill jr. My heart and prayers goes out to you and your Family. Rest assured he is with the Lord now. Written by Brenda Parker 2010-01-26 7:02:53 PM
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Helman, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We are sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed. Sam and family Written by Samuel Villafrank 2010-01-26 9:50:52 AM
I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved son, Bill. Although I haven't seen him since high school I am sure that he will be sadly missed by all those who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Written by June Rednock Peters 2010-01-27 9:55:18 AM
I am saddened to read about Bill's passing, he was a classmate and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Written by Bill Carr 2010-01-28 12:31:32 PM
sorry about your loss,you will be missed,i feel i have lost a good school friend,peace be with you & your family. Written by walter brown 2010-01-28 12:40:38 PM
Though I haven't seen Bill in a few years I will always remember him for his constant smile and enthusiasm in school and in football. My sympathy goes out to his family for their of a loved one at such a young age. Written by Mike Cluchey 2010-02-02 11:35:14 AM |