Terry Thomas Helvie

With a sad heart we wish to announce the passing of our dear son and brother. Terry Thomas Helvie, 61, of Albuquerque New Mexico, passed away after many years of health issues, at his home on October 10th, 2026. His presence will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Terry was born on Friday, February 5th 1965, to Urban Dauntless Helvie and Peggy Yvonne (Badley) Helvie. He grew up in a modest home in Albuquerque New Mexico with three siblings. He was raised in the loving faith of the “Church of the Nazarene” of which his great grandparents were some of the founding fathers.

Terry graduated form Rio Grande High school in 1983. He met his first wife at Rio Grande High school. He married Kelly Gail (Moore) Helvie, originally from Indianapolis Indiana, on December 15, 1984. Kelly Gail later passed away suddenly on May 4th, 2017.

He joined the US Navy in 1985 and served for 6 years on the naval ship, “The USS Austin LPD-4”. He served in the Third Division composed of Gunner’s Mate Guns (GMG), they operated and maintained all small arms and ammunition. Gunner’s Mates also are in charge of the Pyrotechnics’ Lockers, Safety Sprinkler Systems, Magazines and all transfers of Marine Ammunition.

Terry married Jewel (Craig) Helvie, of Belen, New Mexico, on Saturday, June 10th, 2006. They were happily married for 11 years. They had numerous cats and dogs and loved them like they were their children. They had a large yard and liked to grow flowers and vegetables in the summer. Jewel passed away suddenly on August 16th,2017.

Terry liked to do wood burning projects and would make pictures for all the family for Christmas. Terry loved to watch older shows like the original “Star Trek” and the “Brady Bunch” but his all-time favorite was “MASH”. He would watch it over and over again. This was especially prevalent in the last few years of his life when his life became sedentary due to illness.

Terry is survived by his sons, Stuart Helvie, Kurtis Helvie and their children. His father and mother Urban and Peggy Helvie, Brother Perry Helvie and Spouse Donna, sister Kelly (Helvie) Dorris and spouse Vernon, Brother Michael Helvie and spouse Christle, Nieces and Nephews James Dorris and spouse Kristen, Nikki (Dorris) Ponic and spouse Corey, Alex Helvie, Jessica Helvie, Zack Helvie and Great Nephews Leslie and Seamus.

The memorial service for all friends and family will be held at “Heights First Church of the Nazarene”, 8401 Paseo Del Norte, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87122 on November 7th, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.