Mary Jo Helfenstein Obituary
We bid farewell to Mary Jo Helfenstein of North Fort Myers, Florida, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 1, 2024 at the age of 92. Mary Jo touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Jo Helfenstein to pay them a last tribute.
As Mary Jo departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Mary Jo may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Mary Jo leaves behind.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Joseph Bergeim and Charlotte Bergeim; her significant other Gerald Helfenstein; and her sisters, Jeanne Henderson and Helen Westphal.
She is survived by: her children, Stephen Helfenstein of New Orleans, LA, Christine Johnson (Jim) of Dubuque, IA and Paul Helfenstein. She is also survived by her six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A celebration of life was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Saint Hilary's Episcopal Church (5011 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901).
Memorial Contributions in memory of Mary Jo Helfenstein are suggested to Hope Hospice, Attn: Donations, 9470 Healthpark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908.
