Obituary for Gordon Lee “Gordy” Helderman (complete)

GORDON LEE “GORDY” HELDERMAN

Gordon Lee ‘Gordy’ Helderman, age 77, of Brookville, died Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Bethesda North Hospital in Cincinnati. 

He was born in Cambridge City, the son of the late Gordon Helderman and Vivian (Shelton) West. He grew up on Yellow Bank, and was raised by his grandparents, Matt and Viola Shelton.

Gordy was retired, having owned and operated Gordy’s Tire Sales in Brookville for many years. In his leisure time, he enjoyed bowling, having participated in several bowling leagues over the years; NASCAR racing, as well as playing euchre.

Survivors include a sister, Marlene Jackson Lunsford Nichols of Sarasota, Florida; as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and siblings Pat Shelton Calihan, and Juanita Jackson Miller.

Family and friends may visit from 9 till 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.

Rev. Tony Filek will officiate the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 29, 2023, 11 a.m. at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Brookville.

The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Gordon Helderman, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com