Frederick Richard Helmke Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Frederick Richard Helmke of Napoleon, Ohio, who passed away on December 29, 2025, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harold Helmke and Mabel Helmke (Zachrich); his former wife Mary Lou; and his sister Margaret Vogel. He is survived by: his wife Carol; his sons, Dennis (Kathy), Mike (Leanne) and Scott Helmke (Stephanie); his grandchildren, Megan Rice (Brad), Tyson Helmke, Camden Short, Landon Helmke, McKalynne Helmke (Andrew Lyle), Abby Gehret (Blake) and Austin Helmke; his great grandchild Emmersyn Rice; and his brothers, Kenneth (Glenna), Walt (Linda) and Martin Helmke (Nancy).
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church.
