Dennis J. Helmholdt, age 63, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 1, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Helmholdt. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Kris Helmholdt; mother, Carol Helmholdt; children Eric and Alli Helmholdt, Andy and Jen Helmholdt, Zach Helmholdt and Brandi; the light of his life, grandchildren Jordyn, Jaxon, Jaelyn, Joslyn, Levi, and Ledger; siblings Denise and Mike Feltenbarger, Deborah Force and Ken Essenburg, Doug and Laurie Helmholdt, Doreen Chrysler, Duane and Laurie Helmholdt; in-laws Bob and Elaine Post, Gary and Beth Post, Cherie and Cliff Dykstra, Sally and Jerry Pols, Tom and Carol Post, Joy and Doug Lutke, Pam and Joe Koperski, Sue and Terry Mulder, Renee and Dave Potgeter; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Dennis loved his wife and children, and had a special love for his six grandchildren who affectionately referred to him as “Papa." He could always be found attending his children's and now grandchildren’s sporting events. He loved his time spent on the golf course. Dennis was a loyal manager at Godwin Hardware for over 45 years.
Visitation will be held from 5 - 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at Heritage Christian Reformed Church, 3089 84th St. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on *Friday, May 7, 2021 at Heritage Christian Reformed Church, with visitation from 10 - 10:45 a.m. prior to service. In lieu of flowers and in memory of Dennis, contributions may be made to Heritage CRC Christian Education Fund. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresbyron.com.
*NOTE - there is a day between visitation and funeral.
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