Joyce L. Helms Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joyce L. Helms of Galesburg, Illinois, who passed away on September 7, 2025, at the age of 69, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joyce L. Helms to pay them a last tribute.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Joyce leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John D. Larkins and Colleen J. Larkins (Sage); and her daughter Michelle Hopkins. She is survived by: her husband Thomas Helms; her siblings, Dale Larkins (Pam) of Galesburg, Tim Larkins (Becky) of Galesburg, Janet Pierce of Galesburg, Judi Jarvis (Don) of Rock Island and Julie Baldwin of Ohio; and her pets, Rascal and Riley. She is also survived by spouses; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; two aunts; one uncle; many cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at http://www.watsonthomas.com.
