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It is with great sadness that I report that Tim Helck has recently died at the age of 64 years due to complications from COVID-19.

Our condolences to the entire Helck family. May Tim's love and memories live on through his family and friends. Mirada Helck has organized this fundraiser on behalf of Elizabeth Helck.

Howard Kroplick

Help the Helck Family recover from their loss

Hi my name is Miranda and I'm raising money for my family after we suddenly lost our father. On December 29th, 2021, our family’s world was shattered when our loving dad and husband Timothy Helck died suddenly from COVID complications. For nearly two years, he did everything he could to protect himself and us from the virus, including getting vaccinated, getting his booster, and practicing strict social distancing. When he tested positive before our family gathering on Christmas Eve, we were concerned about him, but he told us he wasn’t feeling too bad. We never imagined his death could be the outcome.

Our dad felt pretty good until about 11PM on December 28, when he was rushed to the hospital with chest pain. Within hours, he was gone. The doctors told us it was COVID sepsis and a heart attack. We were told a rapid decline and death like this is rare, but not unheard of.

As our family, which includes my mom Pat and my siblings Emily, Lizzie, Olivia, Penelope and Ethan, struggles to come to terms with this immense and tragic loss, I’m asking for help with relieving the financial burden that accompanies a sudden death like my dad’s. Donations will go towards living costs, mental health care, medical bills, and tuition. Our dad was an incredibly special person who made a difference in the lives of so many. Those who had the great fortune of knowing him will always remember his generosity, gentleness, intelligence, and talent. My family is grateful for any donation or support that you have to offer.

Thank you.

Love,

Miranda

The New York Times, January 9, 2022

HELCK--Timothy Powers. Timothy Powers Helck, age 64, of Cranbury, NJ died Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from complications related to COVID-19.

He was a graduate of Summit High School and Rutgers University, where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Summa Cum Laude. He was an employee of The New York Times for over 15 years.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Patricia, his daughters Emily (Matt), Miranda (Spencer), Lizzie (Kevin), Olivia, and Penelope, his step-son Ethan Halo, his father Jerry and step-mother Linda, as well as his six siblings and their families. He is predeceased by his mother Eileen.

He loved his wife and children deeply and was very proud of them. He was a quiet, constant presence through joy and sorrow. Tim was gifted in so many ways, with special talents in carpentry, painting, and drawing.

Unfailingly hardworking, Tim was proud to be the historian of the artwork of his grandfather, Peter Helck. Tim made a difference in the lives of so many. Those who had the great fortune of knowing him will always remember his generosity, gentleness, intelligence, and talent. He will be missed dearly.