Christopher Roy Helms, 46, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, passed away on September 14, 2024 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby.

Born January 23, 1978 in Cleveland County, North Carolina, he was son of the late Melvin Gary and Judy Bryson Helms and was also preceded in death by his beloved pets Reggi, JJ, Neeka, and Ollie. Chris was previously employed as a telecommunications specialist at the Kings Mountain Police Department.

SURVIVORS: Sisters: Julie Helms Beeson of Kings Mountain and Karen Hollingsworth and husband Tim, of Waynesville, North Carolina
Nephew: Josh Pinnix
Nieces: Kaitlin Hollingsworth, Erin Hollingsworth, and Christina Beeson
Fiance Adrienne Shipp and children Christian Morgan (Jamie), Sarah Shipp, and Kolton Morgan
Chris is additionally survived by his fur baby, Haddie, Donny Beeson, who he considered a brother, and Judy Walker, his second mother who he referred to as "Mama Judy."

The family wishes to extend a special thanks to the loving and caring staff at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby and the Testa Hospice House in Kings Mountain who went above and beyond in their care of Chris.

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, donations in Chris's memory may be made to VIA Health Partners Founded as Hospice of Cleveland County at 951 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC 28150, or to the pet rescue charity of the donor's choosing.

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