Dennis J. Helmholdt, 63, a 1976 graduate of Wayland High School, died Saturday, May 1.
Dennis 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 more than 45 years.
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.
He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Helmholdt.
Visitation Wednesday, May 5, at Heritage Christian Reformed Church, 3089 84th St. SW, Byron Center. The funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 7, at Heritage Christian Reformed Church, with visitation from 10 to 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.
