Roy Smith Helms, age 85, of Monroe, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was born in Union County on August 16, 1930, son of the late Sam and Ona Helms. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Quinn Howie Helms; his daughter, Quindolyn Jones (Philip); his son, Smitty Helms (Kim); and three grandchildren, Ashlea Quinn Wahl (Andy), Garrett Houston Helms and Hunter James Helms.
Roy served his country in the Marine Corps, was a life-long resident of Union County, he was a dedicated member of Bethlehem United Methodist Church, enjoyed working on his multi-generational family farm and he was a very proud and dedicated husband, father and grandfather.
The family will receive friends Tuesday May 31, 2016 from 1:00pm until 2:00pm at Bethlehem United Methodist Church. A funeral service for Mr. Helms will begin at 2:00pm with interment to follow in Lakeland Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to the Bethlehem UMC Land Fund, 5300 Nesbit Rd., Waxhaw, NC 28173. Online condolences may be offered by visiting www.mcewenmonroechapel.com
