Willard O. Helmuth Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Willard O. Helmuth of Arthur, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Willard left this world on June 18, 2025 at the age of 72, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Willard O. Helmuth or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his mother Anna Mae Helmuth (Schrock); his former wife Irene Helmuth (Miller); his brother Andrew Helmuth; his siblings-in-law, Marion Gingerich and Dorothy Helmuth (Herschberger); his granddaughters, Marlys LuAnn and Heather Joy; and his parent Obadiah Helmuth.

He is survived by: his siblings, Joanna Helmuth (Kaufman), Christian Helmuth, Willis Helmuth (Dorothy), Sovilla Gingerich, Wilmer Helmuth (Laura), Reuben Helmuth, Ezra Helmuth (Lise), Elva Helmuth, Melvin Helmuth (Clara), Lester Helmuth (Marlene) and Martha Ann Gingerich (Ruben).