1938
James
2020
James Helfenstine
March 12, 1938 — September 12, 2020
James "Marvin" Helfenstine, 82, of East Liberty, passed away early Saturday, September 12, 2020 at the O.S.U Wexner Medical Center in Columbus.
Marvin loved his tractors, and he collected toy tractors, tractor memorabilia and full size tractors. He was a member of several local tractor clubs and the Miami Valley Steam Thrashers Association. He was often seen at many of the steam shows throughout Ohio and Indiana. Tractors were not his only collection, as he also had coins and a quite extensive "treasure" collection. Marvin also enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching NASCAR and spending time at the Middleburg Store with the morning coffee group.
A 1956 graduate of Rushsylvania High School, he worked at the former International Harvester, now Navistar for 32 years. He also attended the Middleburg United Methodist Church.
Born March 12, 1938 just outside West Mansfield, he was the son of the late James and Norma (Lease) Helfenstine. On September 19, 1958 in Mt. Victory, he married his wife of over 58 years, Lois Pugh Helfenstine and she preceded him in death on December 14, 2016. He was also preceded in death by a son, James Michael Helfenstine.
He is survived by his children, Lori Jean (Dannie) Furrow of Marysville, Wesley Helfenstine of East Liberty and Christina (Ronald) Sharp of East Liberty; grandchildren, Joshua (Aimee Irwin) Howard, Jesse Howard, Justin (Megan) Howard, Jana Howard, Jovanna Howard, Kenny Sharp, Kyle (Jordan) Sharp and Kory Sharp; a great grandchild, Marshal Howard; sisters, Joanne Metz of Wapakoneta and Joyce (Danny) Fish of Rushsylvania, along with nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous friends.
Friends may call from 1-3 and 6-8 P.M. Thursday, September 17, 2020 at the Wilson Funeral Home, Schnurrenberger Chapel 222 W. Center St. West Mansfield where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, September 18, 2020. Burial will follow next to his wife at the Rushsylvania Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.wilsonfuneralhomesinc.com
When: Thursday, September 17, 2020 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Wilson Funeral Home, Schnurrenberger Chapel
Address: 222 W. Center St. WEST MANSFIELD, OH 43358
When: Thursday, September 17, 2020 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Wilson Funeral Home, Schnurrenberger Chapel
Address: 222 W. Center St. WEST MANSFIELD, OH 43358
When: Friday, September 18, 2020 11:00am
Location: Wilson Funeral Home, Schnurrenberger Chapel
Address: 222 W. Center St. WEST MANSFIELD, OH 43358
When: Friday, September 18, 2020
Location: Rushsylvania Cemetery
Address: RUSHSYLVANIA, OH
Marvin loved his tractors, and he collected toy tractors, tractor memorabilia and full size tractors. He was a member of several local tractor clubs and the Miami Valley Steam Thrashers Association. He was often seen at many of the steam shows throughout Ohio and Indiana. Tractors were not his only collection, as he also had coins and a quite extensive "treasure" collection. Marvin also enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching NASCAR and spending time at the Middleburg Store with the morning coffee group.
A 1956 graduate of Rushsylvania High School, he worked at the former International Harvester, now Navistar for 32 years. He also attended the Middleburg United Methodist Church.
Born March 12, 1938 just outside West Mansfield, he was the son of the late James and Norma (Lease) Helfenstine. On September 19, 1958 in Mt. Victory, he married his wife of over 58 years, Lois Pugh Helfenstine and she preceded him in death on December 14, 2016. He was also preceded in death by a son, James Michael Helfenstine.
He is survived by his children, Lori Jean (Dannie) Furrow of Marysville, Wesley Helfenstine of East Liberty and Christina (Ronald) Sharp of East Liberty; grandchildren, Joshua (Aimee Irwin) Howard, Jesse Howard, Justin (Megan) Howard, Jana Howard, Jovanna Howard, Kenny Sharp, Kyle (Jordan) Sharp and Kory Sharp; a great grandchild, Marshal Howard; sisters, Joanne Metz of Wapakoneta and Joyce (Danny) Fish of Rushsylvania, along with nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous friends.
Friends may call from 1-3 and 6-8 P.M. Thursday, September 17, 2020 at the Wilson Funeral Home, Schnurrenberger Chapel 222 W. Center St. West Mansfield where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, September 18, 2020. Burial will follow next to his wife at the Rushsylvania Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.wilsonfuneralhomesinc.com
Service Details.
Visitation
When: Thursday, September 17, 2020 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Wilson Funeral Home, Schnurrenberger Chapel
Address: 222 W. Center St. WEST MANSFIELD, OH 43358
Second Visitation
When: Thursday, September 17, 2020 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Wilson Funeral Home, Schnurrenberger Chapel
Address: 222 W. Center St. WEST MANSFIELD, OH 43358
Service
When: Friday, September 18, 2020 11:00am
Location: Wilson Funeral Home, Schnurrenberger Chapel
Address: 222 W. Center St. WEST MANSFIELD, OH 43358
Interment
Friday, September 18, 2020 |When: Friday, September 18, 2020
Location: Rushsylvania Cemetery
Address: RUSHSYLVANIA, OH
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