Jewell Helm's Obituary
Decatur-Jewell Helm, 87, of Decatur, passed away Friday, June 20, 2014 at Lincoln Rehab in Decatur.
Services to celebrate Jewell’s life will be 11:00 AM Saturday, June 28, 2014 at New Publican Primitive Baptist Church 1042 E. North Street, Decatur, IL. Visitation will be one hour prior to services.
Interment will be at Macon County Memorial Park Cemetery.
Jewell Helm was born June 24, 1926 in Brownsville, TN, the daughter of Jordan Florence and Naomi (Hart) Florence. Jewell worked as a cook for many years. She was a church mother, enjoyed gardening, cooking, and loved fishing.
She joined Republican Primitive Baptist Church in 1944 and in1964, continuing her worship at New Publican Church, as she loved the word of the lord.
Jewell (Florence) Helm and Noble Helm were united in marriage November 27, 1970, in Decatur, IL and they shared 28 wonderful years together.
Cherishing her memories are her sons, Rev. Bill (Anita) Helm of Virginia, Timothy Helm of Kansas City, MO, Leon Morris of Decatur, IL, David (Bridget) Helm of Maryland; daughters, Joyce Helm Francis of Peoria, IL,Dora (Darlene) Helm of Kansas City, MO,10 grandchildren; two great grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews, a special aunt Rosalina Hart of Detroit, MI; and special cousins Blanch Madison and Leara Lee, special granddaughter Lakisha Shelton, and special great-granddaughter Destine(Miss Ann) Helm.
She was preceded in death by her husband, and parents.
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The family of Jewell Helm has entrusted the care of their loved one to Moran and Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2801 N. Monroe St., Decatur, IL 62526.
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