Charles William Helfrick

While battling an aggressive cancer, Charles William Helfrick of Discovery Bay CA, passed away peacefully at home on February 14, 2022, at the age of 74. He was surrounded by the people he loved, in the place he cherished the most. He was born the son of Ethel and Charles William Helfrick Sr., on November 3, 1947 in San Jose, CA. He leaves behind his wife Carol, his son Patrick, his three grandsons Leighton, Ryder and Kallon, and his sister Susie.

Bill was a 1965 Graduate of Willow Glen High School, in San Jose, CA.

He went on to graduate from John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. His choice of study was finance.

While attending College in Siloam Springs, he met his wife Carol and in December 1969, they were married. After graduating with a degree in finance, Bill started a career in accounting in a San Jose, CA firm. Later he became a partner where he thrived for 44 years. Bill volunteered his time throughout his career and was a mentor for many.

Bill was a full time adventure seeker. It was a rare weekend you wouldn’t see him either boating, including offshore racing, dirt bike riding, snow skiing, motorcycle road tripping or golfing. He was most happy when he was on or near the water.

Bill was a wonderful husband and father. He adored and loved his wife, his son, and his three grandsons.

Bill left many meaningful and happy memories for those who knew and loved him. His wish would be for them to live their lives to the fullest.

Although he is gone, his spirit will live forever in our hearts.