HELMIG

Melissa Ann Helmig, 61, of St. Louis, formerly of Jefferson City, passed away peacefully Dec.17, 2021, with her loving children close by.

She was born May 29, 1960, in Cape Girardeau, a daughter of Frank F. Jost Jr. and the late Linda L. (Chicowlas) Jost.

Melissa was united in marriage May 12, 1979, to her high school sweetheart, Randy K. Helmig, at St. George Catholic Church in Linn.

Melissa was a 1978 graduate of Linn High School and earned an Associate degree from Columbia College. She continued her education at St. Charles Community College and studied human services. Melissa worked for almost 30 years in nursing home administration, most recently for St. Louis Place Health and Rehabilitation. She genuinely believed the elderly are treasures to be honored and was a fierce advocate on her clients’ behalf.

Melissa had a thirst for learning, was an avid reader and movie goer, and enjoyed growing sunflowers and peppers. Front porch sitting with a cocktail was a favorite pastime. Her truest passion, however, was caring for her family. For 42 years, Melissa, with the beautiful smile and generous heart, was the rock of her family. Her children and grandchildren were her absolute pride and joy.

Melissa is survived by her husband, Randy; her daughters, Cari Divine (Prince), Christine Berg (Josh), and Casandra Helmig; her son, Nathan Helmig; grandchildren, Skyler, ShyAnn, and Sydney Berg; her father, Frank F. Jost Jr.; brother, Randy Jost (Vickie); sister, Cindy Ruether (Gary); sisters-in-law, Donna Jost (Ron), Reta Seals (Ross), Vickie Helmig (Dick), Karen Helmig (Roger “Gail”); brothersin-law, Robert “Spike” Helmig (Sig) and Tim Helmig (Cheryl); and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who were special to her.

Melissa was preceded in death by her mother, Linda; brother, Ron; maternal grandparents, Edward and Mary Chicowlas and paternal grandparents, Frank F. and Flossie L. (Lam) Jost Sr.; motherand father-in-law, Raymond “Buck” and Juanita Helmig; brotherand sister-in-law, Joe and Lois Helmig; and brothers-in-law, Dick Helmig, Roger “Gail” Helmig, and Daniel Creach.

Friends and family will be received from 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Houser-Millard Funeral Directors. A Memorial Service will follow at 2 p.m. with Deacon Tom Whalen officiating. Inurnment will be held at Riverview Cemetery Mausoleum.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family to assist with funeral expenses. You may visit millardfamilychapels.com and select “make a payment” in the upper right of the screen. Type in Melissa’s name and follow the prompts. Donations may also be made to the Family of Melissa Helmig and sent to the funeral home.

Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 West Main Street, Jefferson City, MO 65109, (573) 636-3838.

Condolences may be left online for the family at www.millard familychapels.com.