Kathleen Esther Helmersen Obituary
We bid farewell to Kathleen Esther Helmersen (Gearhart, Oregon), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 13, 2024 at the age of 84. Kathleen Esther 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 Kathleen Esther Helmersen to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Alfred Beck and Frances Beck of Menahga, MN.; her siblings, Alice Campbell, Dora Fennimore, Sharon Lenius and Wallace Beck; her son-in-law Chuck Higgins; her grandson Derek Higgins; and her brothers-in-law, Marvin Mickelson and Walt Lenius.
She is survived by: her husband Mervyn Helmersen; her children, Mike Helmersen (Debbie) and Brenda Higgins; her grandchildren, Blake Higgins (Shannon), Krista Connelly (Josh), Delaney Clark (Brent), Evan Helmersen and Brandi Higgins; her great grandchildren, Liam Higgins, Lorelai Higgins, Kristopher Clark and Kallahan Connelly; and her siblings, Hazel Mickelson and Mike Beck.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Kathy's memory to the Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Assoc., the Astoria Nordic Heritage Park, or to a charity of your choice.