Jeffrey Michael Helfritsh's Obituary
Jeffrey Michael Helfritsh was born January 5, 1962 in Metairie, Louisiana and died June 26, 2022 at his family home in Bush, Louisiana. A lifelong resident of St. Tammany Parish, he was the third and youngest child of Julius Henry Helfritsh, Jr. and Barbara Ann Feth.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Julius Henry Helfritsh and Barbara Ann Feth Jenkins; his grandparents, Julius Henry Helfritsh, Victorin Blanch Helfritsh, George Edward Feth and Haydee Ruel Feth; and his aunt, Shirley Helfritsh Kastrop.
Jeffrey is survived by his brother and sister, Julius H. "Fritz" Helfritsh and Jacqueline Ann Helfritsh; aunt, Kathy Feth Bourgeois; uncle, George E. Feth, Jr. and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Jeffrey held several certifications required for offshore employment and, being a good cook, had also prepared meals on crew boats. Through construction work,
Jeffrey acquired skills ranging from carpentry to masonry to installation of carpeting and other types of flooring.
Like many members of his family, Jeffrey had a love for animals, especially cats. He enjoyed reading, including the Bible, and watching old westerns on TV. His greatest passion in life was definitely music and all things pertaining to acoustic and electric guitars. He was a quick learner and had mastered many advanced guitar techniques.
Rest in peace, Jeffrey. Your smile, quiet sense of humor and caring heart will be greatly missed.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, June 30, 2022 at 10:00 AM at the Mandeville Cemetery, 1609 Montgomery Street, Mandeville, LA 70448. ¬¬
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home locally owned and operated, (985) 892-9222 has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
The Helfritsh family invites you to share thoughts, fondest memories, and condolences online at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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