Jane is survived by her son Gary Helm; and her daughter Deborah Dierzbicki (Dave); her grandchildren Bryan Otto (Abby), Casey Otto, Nicholas Helm (Dovie), Samantha Redmond (Dan) and her great grandchildren Rayann, Holden, Brennan, and Lorelai Otto; she is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Jane was preceded in death by her husband Willard Helm; parents Gusta and Wesley Ward; her siblings Milford, Louise, Pete, Wayne, Dorothy, and Linda Ward; nieces and nephews.
Jane was born in Club, Missouri. She moved to St. Louis as an adult and worked at Wagner Electric. When her children were older she worked at McDonnell Douglas for several years. Jane belonged to Vinita Park Methodist Church for many years and then transferred to Arlington United Methodist Church. She enjoyed traveling with Bill to locations in the US and abroad. She and Bill were willing to assist friends and loved ones whenever they saw a need. She adored her family and had so many amazing friends. She will be leaving a large hole in our hearts.
A visitation for Jane will be held January 14, 2023 at 10:30 am with a funeral service to follow at 11:30 am.
All services will be held at Arlington United Methodist Church located at 3770 McKelvey Rd, Bridgeton, MO 63044.
Donations made be made in Jane's name to Arlington United Methodist Church.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.alexanderstlouis.com for the Helm family.