Ronald F Helm

Ronald F. Helm, 80, of Beecher Illinois, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 27, 2025. Ronald was born in August of 1944 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of Lucille and Ross Helm. On September 16, 1972, he married the love of his life, Laurie Anne Helm. Together they shared an incredible 52 years of marriage that was filled with love, laughter, happiness, and sports. He leaves behind a legacy of unwavering love for his wife, only child, grandchildren, family, and sports. Ronald is survived by his wife, Laurie; daughter Katie (Robert) Peterson; 2 grandchildren, Ethan and Deven; 2 sisters, Linda Hendricks, Nancy (Terry) Trago; godson, Alex Trago; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ronald was a member of Saint Luke United Church of Christ in Beecher, IL. and was a lifetime member of the Amvets. He proudly served in the Marine Corps. He worked as an accountant, at Flowers and Stones in Beecher, and worked at Walts Foods in Beecher. Ronald was a beloved and dedicated girls softball coach for over 30 years. Following the service there will be a private burial at Saint Luke’s cemetery in Beecher. Memorials can be made in his honor to the Helm family.