Michael Lee Helmacy, 64, of Akron, passed away suddenly on June 11, 2021. He graduated from East High School in 1974 and joined the U.S. Navy. Mike was stationed in the Pacific Northwest and remained there for several years after his military service. While living in Seattle, Mike became interested in the emerging computer industry. He taught himself how to operate and maintain computer systems, which led to his 20 year career as an IT technician with GOJO.
In his free time, Mike enjoyed fishing, bowling, and working on cars. He also loved astronomy and could often be found scanning the heavens with his telescope on a clear night. He was a wonderful husband, brother, and friend and will be truly missed by all who knew him.
Mike was preceded in death by his mother, Earlene Cates-Smith; father, Raleigh Helmacy; and grandparents, Ysobel and Michael Helmacy and Winifred Stair.
He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Theresa; sisters, Debra (Michael) Benedictus, Cheryl Camp, and Kimberly (Kenneth) Smith; aunts and uncles, Michelle Piper, Jerry and Diana K Kostelny, Jane and Tony DiDonato; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He also leaves many special friends, including Keith Price and Kimberly and Danny Lewis.
A memorial celebration will be held on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at 12:00 noon with visitation from 10:30-12:00 at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron. Procession to Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gigi's Playhouse Canton, a Down Syndrome Achievement Center, at 4061 Bradley Circle NW, Canton, Ohio 44718 or www.gigisplayhouse.org/canton or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.