of Batesville, AR
February 6, 1928 - October 25, 2025
Don Helm, 97, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025 in Batesville.
He was born February 6, 1928 in Sage, Arkansas to James Ezra and Bessie (Cockrell) Helm.
Don and Inez Foreman married on February 20, 1948 and were married for 74 years. They lived in Paragould and Jonesboro before moving to Batesville in 1959, where they raised their three sons.
Don worked as a salesman for Armour Meat Company in his early career, then became an agent for Metropolitan Life Insurance Company where he worked until his retirement. Don was a member of the Jaycees and the Batesville Lions Club for many years. In his sons youth years, he was active in the summer baseball programs, spending many hours at Fitzhugh Park Ballfields. He spent his retirement years growing hay, raising cattle, and operating a feed store with his brothers in Melbourne, Arkansas.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Inez (Foreman) Helm; three brothers, J.W. "Red" Helm, Gene "Peanut" Helm, and David Helm, and one granddaughter-in-law, Keisha Helm.
Don is survived by his sons, Bruce Helm (Karen) of Little Rock, Sammy Helm (Linda) of Fayetteville, and Kenny Helm (Carol) of Batesville; grandchildren, Blake Helm (Susan) of Little Rock, Amber Losee (Sloan) of Wylie, Texas, and Jennifer Foltz (Brad) of Winter Garden, Florida, and great-grandsons, Luke Foltz and Adam Foltz.
Pallbearers will be Blake Helm, Phillip Helm, Billy Warnock, Keith Warnock, Darrell Birmingham, and Kurt Johnson.
Memorials may be made to Violet Hill Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 22, Violet Hill, AR, 72584.
A visitation will be held Saturday, November 1, 2025 from 9:30 am until 11:00 am at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
Graveside services at the Violet Hill Cemetery will be officiated by Rev. Stacy Reed and Bro. Eddie Cox of First Baptist Church and will begin Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 2:00 pm.
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8 Condolence(s)
Ron Stephens
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
To The Family , I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Don , I only got to know him from the Barber shop he visited, He was a very pleasant Man , He filled the shop when he came in , he would talk but not a lot , He listened mostly ! May our Father in Heaven comfort all during this time !
Jessica Shetron
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
I feel like I have know Don all my life, he was such a nice man who always had a smile for everyone. I know he is missed by so many,as his life was something we all need to try and live by his example.
Keith and Connie Stillwell
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Kenny (and Carol). A half century ago, your parents were the kind of people we all hope and wish to be. I barely remember Don, he was working. But your home was always welcoming to me, and we were close buddies all those years ago. I am sorry he has passed on and wish you comfort and peace with it. May he rest with angels.
Mark and Patty Calaway
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you
Teresa Reeves
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
So sorry for your loss!! I always enjoyed visiting with Don when I would run into him in Batesville!! My thoughts and prayers are with his family!!
Glenn and Cathy Edwards
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
You and your family are in our thoughts and thoughts ❤️🙏❤️🙏
Nick & Katrina Fudge
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Praying that the Lord will give your family comfort and peace, knowing that your dad is with the Lord. No more sorrow, no more pain.
Tommy and Glenna Weatherford
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Sorry for your loss
We always loved visiting with Don
Prayers for comfort