Anthony Rhys Helsel earned his angel wings Aug 2 2018. During Anthony’s five short months with us, he touched so many lives and was loved deeply by family, friends, and the many doctors and nurses who cared for him.
His life was a gift to us that will live on as his heart valves were donated and received by those who were in need.
Anthony is survived by his parents Nicole Michelle Helsel and Colton Anthony Helsel, Springfield, MO. Maternal grandparents Steve and Annie Stewart, fraternal grandmother Robin Helsel, aunts and uncles Brandon and Samantha Helsel, Stephen and Callie Stewart, great grandparents Lynn Stewart, Donna and Jesse Mathenia, Donna and Ed Helsel.
Anthony was proceeded in death by fraternal grandfather Anthony “Tony” E. Helsel, maternal great grandfather Jerry Stewart, maternal great grandparents, Virginia and John Welter, great uncle Carl Welter, great uncle Jim Harkins
An informal visitation at Greenlawn East Funeral Home, 3540 Seminole, Springfield, MO.
Monday, August 6, 9:30- 11:30a.m. Service directly after. Graveside Prayer immediately following at Greenlawn North Cemetery
ALL friends and family are welcome to join with us and celebrate Little Tony with a luncheon at the Elks Lodge 409, 2223 E. Bennett, Springfield, MO.
In lieu of flowers please donate to HOPE Foundation of Springfield Mo. www.askforhope.com or Ronald McDonald House