Felicia Michelle Perrou Helmstetter, 51, of Evergreen, CO, formerly of Rutherford College, passed away Tuesday February 14, 2023 at Porter Adventist Hospital in Denver.
Felicia was born on December 7, 1971 in Burke County to Stephen and Faye Perrou of Valdese. She was a sales director with Direct TV. She was a lifelong member of Waldensian Presbyterian Church, where she stayed on their prayer list during her illness.
She is preceded in death by her son, Joshua Tyler Bolden; and one brother, Phillip Perrou.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by four children, Sierra Bolden, Donovan Smith, Rheannan Smith and Austin Helmstetter; two siblings, Lynn Branch and husband Phil and Jonathan Perrou and wife Kim; her former husband and soul mate, Brian Helmstetter; her lifelong best friend, Lauren McDevitt; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3:00 P.M. Friday February 24, 2023 in the Chapel of Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese. Officiating will be Pastor Paul Sink. Interment will follow at Waldensian Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Friday from 1:00-3:00 P.M. at Heritage Funeral Service in Valdese.
The family requests tie-dye or music fesitval attire for Felicia’s visitation and Celebration Service.
Felicia was an avid animal lover, especially horses. Throughout her life she owned, rode, and broke many, and shared the passion with anyone who listened. Additionally, Felicia loved music and to travel. Nothing made her happier than combining the two. From the beaches of Mexico to the mountains of NC, Felicia’s free spirit often led her to music festivals at which she never met a stranger.
Felicia’s greatest accomplishment and biggest sense of pride came from her five beautiful children. Her effervescent spirit lives on through Sierra, Donovan, Rheannan and Austin and there’s no doubt that their Momma and big brother Tyler will keep a watchful eye over them.
Memorial contributions for Felicia may be made to any animal rescue or charity of your choice.
An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.heritagefuneralservices.com.
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory of Valdese is serving the family.
I’m so sorry for your loss,I believe the world is a lesser place without her,felicia tell Tyler I love him and miss him
I will miss you sis, until we meet again. I love you big .
This is very sad news indeed. Debra and I met Felicia during their time living in Connelly Springs in their beautiful home on Lake Rhodhiss. We had more than a few parties and dinners together as well as one great concert in Charlotte. Felicia was the life of the party and one of the friendliest and caring people we have ever had the pleasure to meet. We were sad when they decided to move to CO but we understood that it was right for them at the time.
We will always remember our great neighbor and friend, Felicia. Rest in Peace.
Derr and I were so saddened to hear of Felicia passing away. Our thoughts and prayers will be with her family today. God’s blessings to everyone.
It’s so sad to have heard of your passing. As kids a lifetime seems forever … like how long it took for Christmas to get here , or maybe when is the Drexel fair? Time seems long and Irrelevant… forever seemed so far away. However time was cut too short , I’m glad we had the chance to grow up together on the same street the friendships us RC GIRLS Have had. You will be missed. I’m sorry I can’t attend the service , but I know you would say go enjoy life’s moments! I’m sure you are shining brightly in Heavens windows as you left too soon , but o time for God may price be with your family and your dear friend Lauren who has honored the bond of friendships so beautifully. Rip my friend. With love and prayers to all. Sincerely with love , Connie Crump-Powell. 🙏🏻❤️