Donald Eugene Helms (Don) 76 of Cooper City, FL formerly of Monroe, passed away on September 13th. Don was born in Monroe, NC on June 9th. He graduated from Monroe High School and went to college at Western Carolina. Don was married to Vickie Gordon on June 17th; they were happily married for 52 years. Don was a financial advisor for Prudential. He was dedicated to his work and God opened many doors for him. He was actively involved in church for over 50 years. He led youth ministries and adult Sunday school. For the past several years, he and Vickie held small group in their home.

Don is survived by his wife, Vickie; daughter, Nikki; son-in-law, Tim; his two grandsons, Michael and Wyatt, and granddaughter, Taylor; brother, David (Denise), sister-in-law, Wanda Helms and sister-in-law, Terri Helms; brother-in-law, Dale Gordon (Donna); by nieces and nephews and other family and friends.

Don is preceded in death by parents, Howard and Eloise Helms and brothers, Howard and Richard Helms. Don was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was a blessing to many and his love for the Lord was always at the forefront.

Funeral services will be held 2:30 PM Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Grace Baptist Church 3411 Weddington Rd, Monroe, NC 28110 with burial to follow in Lakeland Memorial Park.

Holland Funeral Service is handling the arrangements in Monroe for Don and Fred Hunter's Funeral Home in Florida is serving the family in Florida.