Frank Hellstern
August 26, 1937 ~ July 9, 2011
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Frank Hellstern, 73, of 5 Starnes Cove Drive, died Saturday, July 9, 2011, at his home.
Mr. Hellstern was born in Kenosha, WI, and was a son of the late John and Eva Donaker Hellstern. He was married to Maria Rita Triolo Hellstern, who died in 2003.
He was retired from the US Air Force where he served as a meteorlogic technician. He attended the Basilica of St. Lawrence and, more recently, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church.
He is survived by three sons, John Hellstern of Burnsville, Frank Hellstern of Cabot, Arkansas, and Christopher Hellstern; two grandchildren, Nicholas Hellstern and Saralyn Hellstern; and two brothers, Joe and Tony Hellstern, both of Turtle Lake, WI.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016.
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I’m so sorry to hear about Franks passing. He was a good man and I miss the days we worked together.
Sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. He was great to work with and always had a smile and helping hand for those around him.
Frank was a dear friend to everyone that he worked with. He worked hard and loved life giving thanks to The Lord. I will never forget that when he retired…he gave me a very special gift containing the complete works (poems) of Frank Hellstern. Heaven has gained a very special citizen. Thank you Frank for so many great memories.
Even though I worked on the NOAA side of the weather there at the Grove Arcade, I still had an occasion to meet Frank concerning our local WNC precipitation network. We had many pleasant times discussing the differences between his location and mine up on Flat Top Mtn.
Frank was a ‘class’ act, always kind and generous. I am truly saddened to hear of his death.
Sincerely,
Grant W. Goodge
It was my pleasure to know and work with Frank for many years. I loved his wit and humor. He was one of the hardest workers I’ve ever known. He was always willing to go that extra mile for a co-worker and he knew the foundation of excellence with his work integrity. I am sorry for your loss because now it is ours too.
Dear Frank,
When we invited you to lunch, you said you ‘don’t eat out anymore,’ but we would get together. Dear friend, you’ve introduced a very sophisticated method of declining an invitation….We suspect you’re having a better time where you are. When I left the paper on your windowsill Sunday morning, the air felt different at your place, but I didn’t realize you’d left us. We’ve treasured your friendship, Frank. We’ll miss you. We’ll miss your grace, your wit, your gentle spirit, your courage. Thank you for sharing yourself with us.
M1, M2, & Kim
(Your ‘Triumvirate’)