Helms Funeral Homes

10/31/2025

Wishing our community a safe and fun Halloween! May your night be filled with sweet treats, joyful memories, and a little bit of spooky fun. 👻🍬

10/29/2025

Robert “Bob” J. Balik, age 83, of Kalamazoo, left us suddenly on October 27, 2025, surrounded by love and memories of a life well-lived — one full of purpose, kindness, and quiet joy.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Bob’s life on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 2:00–5:00 PM at Langeland Family Funeral Homes Burial and Cremation Services, 3926 S. 9th Street, Kalamazoo.

In lieu of flowers, please consider honoring Bob’s giving spirit with a donation to the Optimist International Foundation (oifoundation.org/us-canada-donate.cfm) or Habitat for Humanity (habitat.org/donate).

Helms Funeral Home is not handling the arrangements.

https://www.helmsfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/robert-balik

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10/21/2025

Quiz time: Do you know which option is the correct answer below?

The answer is…. all of them—depending on your arrangements and preferences.

But did you know funeral costs are steadily climbing? Pre-planning gives you the ability to set funds aside over time, relieve your family of financial stress, and make sure your wishes are clearly known (so your family doesn't overpay for something you didn't want).

If you’re ready to start the pre-planning process, our team would love to help! You can start here: www.helmsfuneralhomes.com/plan-ahead/plan-ahead.

10/20/2025

Jacob (JD) Doren Bricker, 84 of West Union, Iowa was called home to be with the Lord on October 5, 2025.

Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Ossian Lutheran Church with Pastor Daryl Schultz presiding.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at the church on Saturday morning.

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10/18/2025

Arlyne Seim, age 93, of Decorah, Iowa, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Aase Haugen Senior Services.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Helms Funeral Home, 306 E Water Street, Decorah, Iowa with Pastor Randy Kittelson presiding. Burial will be in the Lutheran Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home on Wednesday morning.

Donations can be made out to Decorah Viking Athletic Booster Club, P.O. Box 293, Decorah, IA 52101.

Full obituary to follow.

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10/15/2025

Every life, no matter how brief, leaves an imprint on the world. 🕯️ Today, we send love to those families who are remembering their babies who left the world too soon. We hope today and every day you can feel their love and the beautiful impact they had on your lives.

10/14/2025

Jeremy “Jake’' Randal Poshusta, age 51, of Hiawatha, Iowa passed away on Friday October 10, 2025, in Hiawatha, Iowa, due to a medical event.

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 304 S. Maryville St. Calmar, Iowa, with Rev. Donald Hertges presiding. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2025, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 304 S. Maryville St. Calmar, Iowa. There will be no visitation the morning of the service; please come in and be seated. The family will be wearing Hawkeye attire at the visitation in honor of Jake – you are welcome to join.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials and donations can go to the family.

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10/13/2025

🎉 We’re thrilled to share some exciting news: Helms Funeral Home has been awarded Business of the Year! 🏆

This recognition means the world to us, and we couldn’t have reached this milestone without the incredible support of our team, customers, and community.

To our dedicated staff- thank you for your passion, hard work, and commitment. To the community that surrounds us- thank you for lifting us up and helping us thrive.

We are honored to be among such inspiring businesses, and will continue serving our families with dignity and compassion.

10/08/2025

Richard “Dick” Nienhaus, age 91 of Fort Atkinson, IA, died on Friday, October 3, 2025, at his home in Fort Atkinson.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, October 10, 2025, at St. John’s Catholic Church, 201 Oak Street, Fort Atkinson, IA, with Rev. Ivan Nienhaus presiding. Burial will be in the church cemetery at a later date.

Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Helms Funeral Home - Chekal Chapel, 201 East Main, Fort Atkinson, IA. Also, from 9:30-10:15 a.m. at the funeral home Friday morning before the service.

In lieu of flowers the family would like memorials made to St. John Catholic Church in Ft. Atkinson or any charity of your choice.

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10/06/2025

Delbert Franzen, age 86, of Waucoma, Iowa, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Regional Health Services of Howard County in Cresco, Iowa.

Funeral services are pending at this time.

Full obituary to follow.

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10/03/2025

Bernhard “Bernie” Gluth, age 94, of Decorah, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Aase Haugen Senior Services in Decorah, Iowa.

Memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Calmar Lutheran Church, 200 East Street, Calmar, Iowa, with Pastor Daryl Thompson presiding.

Visitation will be 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 13, 2025, at Helms Funeral Home, 306 East Water Street, Decorah, Iowa. There will be no visitation before the service on Tuesday morning.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to the family at 401 West South St. Calmar, IA 52132.

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10/01/2025

This month, we wear pink not only to raise awareness but to honor the incredible strength of those who have fought, those who continue the fight, and those we hold forever in our hearts. 💕 May we stand together—in hope, in love, and in remembrance.