Keith Franklin Helmle, 72, Little Suamico, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. He was born December 6, 1952, in Green Bay to Fred and JoAnn (Mayer) Helmle.

Keith spent his adulthood working at the family business in Little Suamico with his brothers. Keith married Carol Hoffman on December 9, 1972. Keith enjoyed hunting and spending time outdoors. He loved hunting trips "up north" with his boys and Kevin. There is nothing Keith loved more than being "Papa" and attending all of his grandchildren's events. He had the patience of a saint and was a beloved uncle to all of his nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his wife, Carol; children, Marci (Andy) Mac Lean, Trish (Skip) Wieser, Betsy (Jason) Wijas; grandchildren; Ian, Jack, Rose, Henry, Hope, Hazel; siblings, Lee (Penny), LuAnn (Richard), Amy, Nancy (Richard), Scott (Cathy), Jill (Jac), Jack (Debbie); brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles (Barbara) Hoffman, Fr. William Hoffman, David Arndt, Julie Geiger, John Tesch; godchildren, Nicole, Courtney, Morgan; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Keith was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in-law, Alfred and Dorothy Hoffman; brother-in-law, Gary Kozlowski; sister-in-law, Mary Arndt.

Friends and family will gather at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, March 17; Memorial Service to follow at 7 p.m. with Fr. William Hoffman officiating. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.

In keeping with Keith's wishes for "nothing fancy" please honor him by wearing a camouflage shirt or a shirt celebrating your favorite Wisconsin sports team.