EAST PEORIA - David V. Helgen, 77, of East Peoria, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2019, in East Peoria.
David was born to Virgil and Thelma (Chestek) Helgen, in Decatur.
He is survived by two sisters, Sandra (Jolyon) Webb and Linda (Don) Woolsey, both of Morton; and many nieces and nephews.
David was preceded in death by two sisters, Janet (Bill) Vogel and Georgia Eshelman.
He was much loved by everyone who knew him. David was a very strong Christian and a street preacher.
He has gone to be with his Savior and many others will join him there because of his ministry.
Burial will be held at a later date in Buckeye Cemetery in Morton.
Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Morton is handling arrangements.
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