Jeffrey Wayne Helton, 64, of Lakeview, passed away Friday, Jan. 1, 2021, at his home.
Jeffrey was born on Sept. 25, 1956, in Springfield, a son of the late Joseph and Eula Helton. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Helton.
On April 7, 1979, Jeff married Kimberly Parker in Springfield and she survives along with their two children, Ashli (Tim Green) Helton of Cridersville, and Michael (Amber Pottenger) Helton of Lakeview, five grandchildren, Bailey, Kyleigh, Zoey, Madisyn, and Emma, a great grandson, Maddox, two siblings, Mary Preston of Pittsburgh, and Mark Helton of Springfield, brother-in-law, Darrell Parker, sister-in-law, Rebecca Parker, and several nieces and nephews.
Jeff attended Springfield North High School. He worked at Reliant Mechanical for 20 years. Jeff was a sports enthusiast and avid OSU Buckeyes fan. He enjoyed fishing, cooking and grilling. His greatest joy was family gatherings, cookouts and playing with his grandchildren.
A private family gathering will take place at a later date.
Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview. Condolences may be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com.