David L. HelmuthMILFORD – David L. Helmuth, 68, of Milford, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020.
David was born on Aug. 11, 1951, in Prior, Okla., to Roy and Mary Troyer Helmuth. On Jan. 8, 1983, he married Mary; she survives.
David lived in the area most of his life, moving to Milford four years ago. He was formerly employed at NH Vending out of South Bend before working for Thor Motor Coach retiring in June 2019. He was a great guy with a great sense of humor. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, blowing things up with fireworks, working outside doing his yard work and most of all spending time with his family and grandchildren. He attended Nappanee Missionary Church for many years.
David is survived by his wife of 37 years, Mary; daughters, Jackie (Mike) Kunkle, of Mishawaka; and Angel Macias, of Milford; son, Adam (Mindi) Slone, of Nappanee; eight grandchildren: Sydney (Thomas), Olivia, Isobel, Savannah, Joey, Bennett, Micah and Noah. Also surviving are his siblings: Dorothy Chandler, of Texas; Dora (Duane) Snyder, of Texas; Shirley (Dennis) Yoder, of Wakarusa; Dan (Cynthia) Helmuth, of Oklahoma; Marilyn Tabor, of Colorado; and John (Gwen) Helmuth, of Kansas City.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
There will be a funeral service Monday, Jan. 13 at 7 p.m. at Mishler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 461 W. CR 900N, Milford. Pastor Jason Rohde will officiate the service. Burial will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 14 at Milford Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Monday, Jan. 13 prior to the service at the funeral home.
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