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HELM: Ron of Exeter

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On November 23, 2021 @ 8:32 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 46 Comments

HELM: Ron of Exeter

Unexpectedly at Stratford General Hospital on November 22, 2021 of Exeter at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Anne (Park) Helm for 66 years. Proud father of Richard Helm (Kathleen Mellow) of Ottawa and Elizabeth “Libi” Helm (Steve Roy) of Scarborough. Proud gramps of Melissa and Jacqueline. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Leslie Helm, Claire Helm and Kathleen Beck. Predeceased by parents Freda (Wright) and Leslie Helm Sr., brother Norman, and sister-in-law Josie Helm.

Ron had a passion for flying his 1946 Taylorcraft airplane. He was a member of both the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #167, Exeter Masonic Lodge #303.

Keeping with Ron’s wishes cremation has taken place, a celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Donations to CNIB or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. 


Condolences for the family of “HELM: Ron of Exeter”

Condolence from Karen Dickins on November 23rd, 2021 8:49 PM

Anne, my deepest condolences. Sending you love and support, cherish your memories.

Condolence from Linda and Eugene Webber on November 23rd, 2021 11:29 PM

Please accept our condolences

Condolence from Robin L MC LENON on November 24th, 2021 6:46 AM

Anne and family
Our sincere condolences and you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad and difficult time. We will remember Ron so fondly with his smile and jokes. He was a character but so kind and friendly. We will truly miss him in our Eastern Star family. Take care.
John & Robin McLenon

Condolence from Linda Marsden on November 24th, 2021 6:48 AM

Anne, my thoughts are with you, loads of hugs coming your way.

Condolence from Karen Brown on November 24th, 2021 6:53 AM

Anne,

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Hugs, Karen L Brown

Condolence from Jim and Maureen Craig on November 24th, 2021 7:27 AM

Dear Anne , we are so sorry to hear about Ron , what a great sense of humour he had , we will miss him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Maureen and Jim .

Condolence from Evelyn Vincent on November 24th, 2021 7:52 AM

Anne,
so sorry to read of Ron’s passing. I always enjoyed chatting with him. WIshing you God’s peace and comfor

Condolence from Laura Stire on November 24th, 2021 8:11 AM

Anne,

I am so sorry to hear about Ron. my thoughts are with you at this time.

Condolence from Wanda Reynolds on November 24th, 2021 8:42 AM

Anne and Family,

Are thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.

Bob & Wanda Reynolds

Condolence from Linda Farquhar on November 24th, 2021 9:45 AM

Anne and family

So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. My sympathy to you.

Linda Farquhar

Condolence from 2923 Army Cadet Corps Support Committee on November 24th, 2021 9:49 AM

Sorry to hear of Ron’s passing, his time with the Army Cadet League was invaluable to many young cadets. He will be missed.

Condolence from Li Stephens on November 24th, 2021 9:56 AM

So sorry to hear of Ron`s passing .May your memories help comfort you during this difficult time .

Condolence from Spring Robinson on November 24th, 2021 10:09 AM

Sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. He always greeted me with a smile. We will be thinking of you all at this sad time.

Condolence from Smith Rick on November 24th, 2021 10:21 AM

Our deepest sympathy go out to you Anne and family during these sad times. I know we will always cherish those great memories of Ron and you shall too. We will remember them

Glenda and Rick

Condolence from Marian M MacDonald on November 24th, 2021 10:59 AM

Ron was a longtime member of the Army Cadet League of Canada (Ontario) and served as a League Liaison Officer for 2923 Middlesex Huron Cadet Corps for many years as well as a past member of the Army Cadet League Board of Directors. Ron always had a positive attitude and I remember his smile. He will be sadly missed. Our sincere condolences to his family.

Condolence from Shirley Kerslake on November 24th, 2021 12:36 PM

Anne, you have my deepest sympathy.

Condolence from Don and Edith Lewis on November 24th, 2021 4:02 PM

Anne and family,

Our condolences to you all.
Cherish his memories and he will not be forgotten.
Fly high Ron

Condolence from Wayne Hamather on November 24th, 2021 4:17 PM

Anne and Family

My sincere condolences, many fond memories working with Ron at Sexsmith Airport.

Wayne Hamather

Condolence from Joan Finkbeiner on November 24th, 2021 4:23 PM

Ann and family. My condolences to you . Cherish your memories of Ron. He will be missed around the legion by many. He always had a smile and little stories to tell.
Ron we will miss you.

Joan Finkbeiner

Condolence from Sandra and Larry Hern on November 24th, 2021 4:51 PM

Dear Anne and Family,
We were so sorry to learn of Ron’s passing. He always took great delight in telling us a joke before our Eastern Star meetings….and he quite often sent some stories by email in between our monthly meetings. His sense of humour and his dedication to the Legion, Masons , Eastern Star and his family will be remembered fondly. Hugs to you Anne…you were a wonderful helpmate to Ron.

Condolence from Shelley Bourne on November 24th, 2021 6:03 PM

To Anne, and your family,

Thinking of you at this time of sorrow.

Shelley and Terry Bourne

Condolence from Bernice Boogemans on November 24th, 2021 9:16 PM

Our sincere sympathy Anne and your entire family. May Ron Rest In Peace.
Bob and Bernice Boogemans

Condolence from waynne charlton on November 24th, 2021 11:02 PM

Ann, Richard, and Libi

Sad to hear this news. Our sympathy to the family. Cherish the memories.

Willi and Waynne Charlton

Condolence from Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade on November 25th, 2021 9:24 AM

To Anne, Richard, Libi and family:
Sorry to learn of Ron’s passing. He gave 100% to all the groups and organizations he was part of.

Condolence from Mary Catherine McRoberts on November 25th, 2021 10:08 AM

Dear Anne and family. So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. We will miss his jokes, skits and positive attitude. Thinking of you all. Glenn and Cathy Mc Roberts

Condolence from Kim Conlan on November 25th, 2021 1:25 PM

Anne, Rich, Libby and families…. I’m so sorry and saddened to learn of Ron’s sudden passing. I am proud to say that Ron and I spent many good times together…. Golfing, flying and of course during his unwavering support of the Legion and Army Cadets. He will be sorely missed by many community members and groups. My sincere condolences to you all at this difficult time.

Condolence from George and Sue Wilson on November 25th, 2021 3:43 PM

Anne and family, we send heartfelt condolences on your loss of Ron. He was a gentleman. Very friendly. Cherish your precious memories and hold them close to your heart. May your faith, family and friends give you peace and comfort. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson

Condolence from Kelly Morrison on November 25th, 2021 7:21 PM

Anne,Libi, Richard and family,
Such sad news to read in the London paper. Sending my heartfelt condolences.
I have many wonderful childhood memories of Mr.Helm from my childhood. Your home was my second home. Libi and I were inseparable for many years. Thinking of you all during this sad time.
Love and Light,
Kelly (Jones) Morrison

Condolence from Doug Hocking & Kate Monk on November 25th, 2021 7:22 PM

Dear Anne and family, Our sincere condolences to you this sad time. Ron was one of the first people we met at Sexsmith. He dedicated many hours to the airport and was always helpful. Take good care, Doug & Kate

Condolence from Elaine Ford on November 25th, 2021 10:32 PM

Dear Ann and family. My condolence to you in the passing of Ron. He was always music of laughter and happiness and light up every place and person. You will have many happy memories to help you through tough times. 🤗🌟

Condolence from Mark and Karen Tuckey on November 26th, 2021 7:55 AM

Anne, Richard, Libi and families
We have great memories of Ron’s cartoon sketches, funny riddles and laughter at Sexsmith.
Our condolences!
As Ron would say, “SUC OUT”.

Condolence from charlene edwards on November 26th, 2021 7:58 AM

Anne, my deepest condolences to you and your family. I have many good memories of Ron, my fondest is his participation in the Two Ronnies! He will be deeply missed, and will be fondly remembered.

Condolence from Sherrie Broderick on November 26th, 2021 8:25 AM

What wonderful neighbours you were while we were next door , twice! My very deepest sympathy for your loss. He was a wonderful man. I have some memories I hold dearly.

Condolence from Sue Riley on November 26th, 2021 11:20 AM

Our deepest sympathy on behalf of the Hensall Legion Branch #468.

Condolence from John. Dobbs on November 26th, 2021 11:25 AM

Dear Anne and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. A gentleman, storyteller for sure, and a good friend. His smile and laugh will be sadly missed but not forgotten, blessings to all.

Condolence from Mike Ash & Kathy Liberty on November 26th, 2021 2:12 PM

Our sincere condolences to Anne and family.
Ron got us oriented when we became tenants at Sexsmith and he made us feel welcome. We always looked forward to seeing him on the field and hearing his stories.

Condolence from Jim & Verla Russell on November 26th, 2021 2:53 PM

Anne and Family
With deep heartfelt sympathy and understanding on the passing of Ron.
Words however kind, cannot mend your heartache.
But those who care and share your loss, wish you comfort and peace of mind.
Ron was a great gentlemen, and we enjoyed being involved with him through the Legion.

Condolence from Mary Anne McNichol on November 26th, 2021 8:14 PM

Dear Anne and family,

My deepest sympathy to you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Try to keep all the happy times close to your heart.

Mary Anne McNichol

Condolence from Bev Connelly on November 27th, 2021 3:06 PM

Dear Anne and family. My heartfelt condolences to all of you on the loss of a wonderful man. He was an amazing friend to my late partner George Dobbs, sharing many a flying story or stories about building airplanes, often accompanied with a “wee touch of scotch for Ron and the same of brandy for George.” Cherish those memories as I am and draw strength from them and your family. Thinking of you.

Condolence from Cy&Eleanor Blommaert on November 28th, 2021 12:42 PM

Our deepest sympathy .
Thinking of you at this time
Cy & Eleanor

Condolence from Gary on November 28th, 2021 7:31 PM

Anne, Our sincere sympathy to you and your family, Always enjoyed Ron’s company when we were at flying functions at Sexsmith Airport. Gary & Beth Jennison

Condolence from Margaret Hackney on November 29th, 2021 1:11 PM

Dear Libi and family,
I am so sorry for you loss. My thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time.
Margaret Hackney

Condolence from Barb Fleet on November 30th, 2021 10:31 PM

So very sorry to learn of Ron’s passing . Wishing you and your family peace and comfort at this sad time and in the days ahead .

Condolence from Shannon Dougherty on December 1st, 2021 3:05 PM

Ann & Family.
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Ron. Sending my deepest condolences.

Condolence from Jeff Turner on December 2nd, 2021 8:16 PM

Dear Anne and family.

Our condolences from Jeff and Darlene Turner along with Carl and Bev Turner ( London ON )
Growing up in Exeter with your family brought many great moments in time that will be cherished forever. Remembering Ron for his great sense of humour and hospitality.

Condolence from Les and Valerie Goodwin on December 20th, 2021 6:13 PM

Anne, we would like to offer our sincere condolences. We remember Ron when he and Les worked together at Bell Aerospace in Grand Bend some 50 years ago.

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