Ralph W. Helton
August 9, 1939 - September 11, 2021
Helton, Ralph W. of High Ridge, Missouri was born August 9, 1939, in Versailles, Missouri, to Wade and Marie (nee Bilyeu) Helton, and entered into rest, Saturday, September 11, 2021 at the age of 82 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, one son, Gary Helton, one daughter-in-law, Connie Helton and one sister, Judy Finders. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary (nee Tyrey) Helton, four (4) children, Jeffrey Helton, Cheryl Thomas, Gregory Helton, Suzanne (Gregory) Pingleton, two (2) grandchildren, one (1) step-grandson, Eric Pingleton, four (4) great grandchildren, two (2) siblings, Erline Whitaker and Larry Helton, along with many other family and friends. Ralph was a loving, caring husband, father and grandfather. He loved driving big trucks, watching races and classic cars. Ralph was a hard worker, and some would even call him a workaholic. He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. until time of service at 2:00 p.m. at CHAPEL HILL MORTUARY, 6300 Highway 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri. Interment at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to Shriner’s Hospital for Children 4400 Clayton Ave. St. Louis 63110. Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.stlfuneral.com and follow details of this event and others in the community at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill.
Helton, Ralph W. of High Ridge, Missouri was born August 9, 1939, in Versailles, Missouri, to Wade and Marie (nee Bilyeu) Helton, and entered into rest, Saturday, September 11, 2021 at the age of 82 years. He is preceded in death by his parents,... View Obituary & Service Information