James Leland "Jim" Helvering

**In Loving Memory of James “Jim” Leland Helvering**

Bolivar, TN: Mr. James “Jim” Leland Helvering, 82, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Bolivar General Hospital.

Born on January 19, 1943, in Bradford, AR, Jim was the son of the late James Warren and Ethel Lee Foust Helvering. Throughout his life, Jim made significant contributions to his community and was known for his dedication to helping others. He served as a Manager for Carquest Auto Parts for 34 years and later worked at Parts City in Henderson for 8 years. His commitment to safety extended beyond his professional life; Jim was a CPR Instructor for both the American Heart Association and the Red Cross, as well as a Certified A.E.D Instructor.

Jim was a Charter Member of the Chester County Rescue Squad and also served as an Auxiliary Sheriff’s Department Deputy. His involvement in the community extended to various organizations, as he was a dedicated member of the Pinson Church of Christ, Masonic Lodge 485, Order of the Eastern Star, Woodmen of the World, and the Ham Radio Club in Henderson. A cancer survivor, Jim exemplified resilience and strength throughout his life.

In 2010, Jim married Carolyn Ann O’Hara, with whom he shared his life in Bolivar. He is remembered fondly by his wife, Carolyn; his son, Jack Helvering (Charlene) of Henderson; his stepchildren Johnny Ray O'Hara of Bolivar, Candice Marie Spence of Tampa, FL, and Michael O'Hara of Buffalo, NY; and his ten beloved grandchildren: Christopher “Dusty” Helvering, Shayna Page Helvering, Katelynn Helvering, Tyler Layne, Ashley Layne, Lacey Spence, Corey O’Hara, Sean O’Hara, Megan O’Hara, and Clover O'Hara. He also cherished his great-grandchild, Dallas Jiminez. Jim is survived by three brothers, William Helvering of Poplar Bluff, MO, Dave Helvering of Tull, AR, and Robert Helvering of Omaha, NE; and two sisters, Patricia Ann Graham of Bradford, AR, and Margaret Brinkey of Mt. Home, AR.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Linda Ray Helvering; his second wife, Daisy Cox; a brother, John Helvering; and a nephew, Billy Helvering.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the Pinson Church of Christ, with David Wade and Ray Eaton officiating. Burial will follow at Pisgah Cemetery in Henderson.

The family invites friends to gather and celebrate Jim's life from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Shackelford Funeral Directors Bolivar Chapel, and again on Sunday from 1:00 PM until the time of service at the Pinson Church of Christ.

He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.