John Thomas Helliwell, 98, of Red Rock, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2021 at Hudson Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Albany, N.Y.
Born on May 7, 1922, to Alice Hannett Helliwell and Ernest Helliwell in Hudson, N.Y., he attended Stottville Elementary School and Hudson High School.
John was married in 1950 to Phyllis (Betty) E. Ford of Red Rock, who predeceased him.
He is survived by a daughter, Robin Helliwell, of Florida, a niece; Janice Winig, of Germantown, N.Y. , and members of the Ford family.
John worked for Kenneth Ford Lumber Company; the Village of Chatham; and several lumber and hardware companies in the Capital Region, mostly driving truck.  He continued to drive his car until he was 97!
He  enjoyed bowling, playing golf, fishing, hunting, camping and walking in the woods. He was a quiet guy who enjoyed a beer now and then.
A long time caretaker of the Red Rock Cemetery, he also served as Treasurer for the Cemetery Association. He was a member of the Red Rock Volunteer Fire Company; and the American Legion Post 42 for over 65 years.
Calling hour and funeral will be held at the Wenk Funeral Home,  21  Payn Ave, Chatham, N.Y. At 11:00 on Friday, March 12, 2021.  Followed by interment at the Red Rock Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be sent to the Red Rock Rural Cemetery Association,

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