Charlotte Helms, age 85 of Lake St. Louis, formerly of Grandville, Michigan, passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021. She was born June 29, 1935 in Utica, Michigan, the daughter of Earl and Lucy Steins.
Charlotte graduated from Mancelona High School in 1953. She attended the LaParent School of Cosmetology and was a beautician for many years. She was an avid quilter and belonged to the American Quilting Association and the National Quilting Association.
Charlotte is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Bravard Helms; daughters Nancy Sherwood and Brenda (Rob) Reynolds; grandchildren Kiel (Amy) Sherwood, Brittany (Matt) McDonnell, Casey (Cody) Sorenson; and seven beautiful great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her loving sister, Karen Chase of Commerce Township, Michigan.
A Celebration of Life will be held on her birthday, June 29, 2021 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Cook Memorial Chapel (East building), 4235 Prairie St. SW, Grandville, Michigan 49418. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the St. Louis Crisis Nursery. They may be contacted at the Regional Administrator Headquarters, 11710 Administration Drive, Suite 18, St. Louis, Missouri 63146. Phone 314-292-5770. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresgrandville.com.