Gerald R. Helminski, Jr.

Gerald R. "Little Jerry" Helminski, Jr., age 32, of Maumee, passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at home in his sleep. He was born February 19, 1986 to Gerald Sr. and Tina (Rochte) Helminski in Toledo. Jerry graduated from Maumee High School in 2004. He then attended Hobart Welding School and became a certified welder. Jerry worked closely with his grandpa Ray at the family businesses which he enjoyed. He was an avid fan of the Detroit Lions, loved being on the Maumee River, and watching and collecting DVD's. Jerry loved nothing more than spending time with his family, especially his son, Maddox.

Jerry is survived by his son, Maddox; mom, Tina (Tom Kristie) Rochte; dad, Jerry (Melissa) Helminski, Sr.; brothers, Bradley, Alex and James Raymond "J.R."; grandparents, Carol (Bob) Ewing, Ray (Jean) Helminski; aunts, Debbie (Brett) Winkenweder, Teresa Renzhofer, and Maria Helminski-Iwinski; uncles, Jeff Rochte, and Keith (Star) Helminski; canine companion, Rufus; Maddox's mother, Amanda Frederick; and dozens of cousins and dear friends.

The family will receive guests on Monday, December 17, 2018 from 2 – 8:00 p.m. at Newcomer – Southwest Chapel, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo (419-381-1900). Prayers will begin in the funeral home Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Parish, 104 W. Broadway St., Maumee, OH 43537.

Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider a fund set up for Maddox c/o Directions Credit Union/Benefit of Maddox Helminski.

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