Obituaries

Sidney Lee Helms, 76, of Ridgeway, VA, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025, in Stuart, VA. He was born on July 12, 1949, in Martinsville, VA, to the late John Charles Helms and Iris Gilbert. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Karen Ann Rupp Helms; grandchild, Peyton Helms.

Sidney was a member of Stone Memorial Christian Church. He honorably served in Vietnam with the United States Marines before joining and retiring from the United States Air Force in 1991.

Sidney is survived by his son, Jason Helms (Audrey); daughter, Emily Watkins (Jason); sister, Martha Helms; brothers, David Helms and Charles Helms; and grandchildren, Bella Helms, Gabby Helms, Lane Hughes, Logan Hughes, Landon Watkins, and Emma Watkins.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM, at Norris Funeral Services – Martinsville Chapel.

Norris Funeral Services, Inc. & Crematory is serving the Helms family.