William Larry Helms Obituary
In loving memory of William Larry Helms (Manning, South Carolina), born in Charlotte, North Carolina, who departed this world on August 1, 2024 at the age of 84. William Larry leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Felix Helms and Estelle King Helms; and his sisters, Lorretta Washam and Mary Hicks. He is survived by: his children, Curtiss Helms (Kristin) of Matthews, NC and Dr. Lisa Justice (Mark) of Manning; the mother of his children Carolyn Allen of Manning; his siblings, Ronnie Helms (Sara) of Charlotte, NC and Beverly Hanft (Sheldon) of Charlotte; his stepchildren, Steve Phillips (Donna) of Lenoir, NC and Tammy Bowles of Charleston, SC; his grandchildren, Kirstie Helms, Cody Justice, Grayson Helms, Parker Helms, Hayes Helms, Brad Justice, Travis Justice, Nicolette Payne, Caroline Phillips and Brooke Bowles; and also Jewell Helms of Lenoir. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends.
In honor of his life, Larry's family requests memorials be made to two causes very important to him: the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (988lifeline.org) and John's Place through the John Landon Black Foundation in Manning (jlblackfoundation.org). To send checks, please see the websites of these organizations; online donations are also accepted.
