Norma Jean Helmke Obituary
Norma Jean Helmke of Defiance, Ohio passed away on August 11, 2026. Norma, born on January 23, 1947, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Paul Degler and Frances Degler (Gebers); her husband James F. Helmke; her son Timothy; her brother Melvin Degler (Pat); and her siblings-in-law, Kathy Degler and Mark Goller.
She is survived by: her children, Todd Helmke and Lori Wilkerson (Mark); her grandchildren, Cody Helmke (Nicole), Austin Helmke, Everett Wilkerson (Mackenzie) and Kacey Wilkerson; and her siblings, Russell Degler and Emma Goller. She is also survived by 6 great grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Henry County Junior Fair Board, St. Paul Lutheran Church or St. Peter Lutheran Church.
