Walter Clyde "Dub" Helms Ii

Walter Clyde “Dub” Helms II, 85, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024. He was born in Union County, NC on August 26, 1938 to the late James D.H. Helms and Virginia Rogers Almond. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Jane Mangum Helms; and sister, Grace Medlin.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, 11:00 AM, at Lakeland Memorial Park, 1901 Lancaster Ave. Monroe, NC 28112. The family will receive friends the night prior, Tuesday, July 23, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Gordon Funeral Service, 1904 Lancaster Ave. Monroe, NC 28112.

Dub was a graduate of Monroe High School and dearly loved his 56ers. He enjoyed sharing stories of his classmates and his years playing football for his school. He was married to the love of his life, Jane, for 61 years. He was the founder of Helms Machine Company, a member of the Monroe Masonic Lodge #244 for 63 years, and the Union County Shrine Club. He enjoyed watching the Atlanta Braves. Dub loved his grandchildren and being part of the special things in their lives. In his later years, the visits from his great-grandchildren were extra special bringing much joy to his life.

Dub is survived by his three sons, W.C. Helms III (Carla) of Monroe, David Helms (Kathy) of Waxhaw, Steve Helms (Angie) of Waxhaw; daughter, Mary Thompson (Dale) of Monroe; brother, James D.H. Helms Jr. of Florida; two sisters, Jennifer Helms of Edgemoor, South Carolina, Jacqueline Helms of Freeland, Maryland; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr. Tampa, FL 33607; Union County Senior Nutrition, 2330 Concord Ave. Monroe, NC 28110; or VIA Health Partners, 7845 Little Ave. Charlotte, NC 28226.

Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com

Gordon Funeral Service & Crematory is honored to be entrusted to care for the Helms family.