Larry Elwood Helman, age 84 of Moorefield, WV, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away Friday afternoon, March 20, 2026, at his residence. Born on August 21, 1941, in Purgitsville, WV, he was the son of the late Sylvia May Helman Crites and stepson of the late Charles Crites. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Tony.
A proud U.S. Navy veteran and a dedicated member of the American Legion Post #64 in Moorefield, Larry lived a life full of adventure and was a faithful friend. After serving our country, he retired from the Sanford Florida Fire Department and later wrapped up his career at Con-Agra Foods. Larry was a true outdoorsman with a zest for life; he spent countless hours hunting and fishing, passionately tending his garden, and sharing the fruits of his labor with those he loved. He was known for his fondness for women’s softball, not to mention his love of card playing.
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