Richard "Rick" Van Helden's obituary , Passed away on June 8, 2025 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Richard "Rick" Van Helden

July 7, 1950 - June 8, 2025 (74 years old)

Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Richard "Rick" Van Helden's obituary , Passed away on June 8, 2025 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin

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Chippewa Valley Cremation Services

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Richard "Rick" Van Helden

July 7, 1950 - June 8, 2025 (74 years old)

Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Richard Van Helden Obituary

We are sad to announce that on June 8, 2025, at the age of 74, Richard Van Helden of Eau Claire, Wisconsin passed away. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Richard had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Richard may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George Helden and Donna Van Helden (Olsen); his sister Mary Doughty; and his brother-in-law John Rossato. He is survived by: his wife Jane Govin of John's Lutheran Church; his sons, Daniel of Eau Claire and Ryan (Kristin) of Appleton, WI; his grandson Aidan of Eau Claire; and his siblings, James Van Helden (Lillian), Louise Rossato, Lucy Stabeck (KC) and Bonnie Solie (Mike).

Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 14th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. John's Lutheran Church (1804 Highland Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 14th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Chippewa Valley Cremation Services



Sat

June 14

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

St. John's Lutheran Church
1804 Highland Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701

Sat

June 14

Funeral service

11:00 AM

St. John's Lutheran Church
1804 Highland Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701

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