Thomas Charles Helgerson, 66 of Racine, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Monday, February 19, 2018. Thomas was born on January 7, 1952 in Eau Claire, WI, the son of LaMont and Rosemary (NEE: Edmundson) Helgerson. He was married at St. John’s in Milwaukee to Mary Rogan on September 26, 1980. Thomas was a Sales representative for Palmen Auto in Kenosha. He loved detailing cars. building model cars, watching his favorite football team, the Green Bay Packers. But most of all, he loved spending time with his family and his grand-dogs. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Mary, 2 children, Ryan (Jennifer) Helgerson, Missy (David) Gonzales, Jr., 5 grandchildren, Autumn, Ashley, Brayden, Amber and Brantley. He will also be missed by 1 brother, Richard Helgerson and 1 sister, Judy Helgerson, 2 grand dogs, Gizmo and Kirby as well as other nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles and other relatives and friends. He was preceeded in death by his parents, 1 brother James Helgerson and 1 sister Debra Helgerson. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2018 in the funeral home at 12 p.m. The family will receive guests on Saturday, February 24, 2018 in the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial is private for the family.
Thomas Charles Helgerson
Thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
A proud husband father grandfather and sales professional.
Our condolences to the family. Thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow.
Mary,
My deepest sympathies on the passing of your husband.
May the Lord comfort you Mary at this difficult time. I send my love and prayers
Missy – I can’t even begin to express how my heart aches for you. You’ll be in my thoughts.
Missy, we are praying for you. Pat & Kim Hevrdejs.
I’m so very sorry for Tom’s passing, much too young. Sending prayers and hugs to all.
Mary,
The beauty of Love never fades, it lives on in your hearts forever.
My prayers and sympathy are with you
Mary my friend, I am so saddened to hear this news. I am unable to be with you on Saturday, but I am with you in spirit. May the memories of the lifetime you and Tom shared, and of happier times help sustain you, Ryan, and Missy during this difficult loss. God Bless all of you, our love and deepest sympathies.
-Rita & Al Kerkman
Tom was one of the nicest guys I ever met. We bought and leased several cars from him. He always asked about my husband and children. He was a true gentleman. I bought my dream car from him. I’ll think fondly of him whenever I drive it.