Edward Walter Helman

Edward Walter Helman, 94, of Seltzer, passed away Friday, February 14th, at his home. Edward was born in Seltzer, on January 2, 1931, a son of the late Martha (Kreager) and Charles Helman. He was the widower of Joan Ann (Burnett) Helman. He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church of Pottsville. Edward was a proud Marine who served his country faithfully during the Korean War. He was employed as an Operating Engineer in the construction field. A Lifetime Member of the Seltzer Hose Co. and a member of the Pottsville AMVETS. In addition to his parents, and his wife, Joan, he was preceded in death by a Daughter, Maryann Helman, Brothers; Glennwood M.I.A. shot down in the Korean War, and Russell Helman, a sister, Thelma Keister. Edward is survived by two daughters, Karen E., wife of Charles Pretti, and Regina F, wife of William Summers.  Interment with Military Honors 10:30 am Monday February 24 at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org/donate Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville entrusted with the arrangements.

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