Rebecca "Becky" Helmers

Rebecca (Becky) Settle Helmers, daughter of Roy and Judy Settle born October 10,1952, passed away under the care of Hospice of Western Kentucky on Dec. 17, 2018. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Becky touched so many people throughout her life. She raised a smart, kind, compassionate son, Dr. Christian Altman, who brought her much joy as they grew together.

After meeting the love of her life, the late John Helmers, the two brought happiness not just to each other but also to family and friends. They shared the world with everyone they met through their travels, whether it was through ballgames and tailgating, horse racing endeavors, family vacations, or cruising the seas. Always one to enjoy a crowd, whether at the horse races, concerts, vacations or trivia, she never missed an opportunity to celebrate life.


Using the degrees she earned from Western Kentucky University, Becky impacted her
students at Apollo, as attested by the number of former students who reminded her how much she meant to them. Becky shared her heart and time with the community by volunteering with the Dream Riders organization, even serving on the board. She was also an ardent supporter of
Girls Inc.

As a sports enthusiast, Becky cheered on the Saint Louis Cardinals and KWC
Panthers, and she proudly supported her Western Kentucky Hilltoppers.
As a lifelong member of Settle Memorial United Methodist Church, Becky worshipped,
volunteered, and served on various committees.


Those left to treasure her memories are her son, Dr. Christian Altman (Enrique) of Chicago;
her mother, Judy Settle; brothers, David Settle (Shelley), and Mitch Settle (Kim), of
Owensboro; stepsons, Hal Helmers (Jennifer) of Louisville, David Helmers (Anne), Lee
Helmers (Kelly) of Lexington; nieces, Sarah Hagan (Danny), Julie Moore (Mark), Emmy Hamilton (Gary) Sydney Settle, and Shelby Payne (Aaron); loving canine companion, Lucky; and special friends, Marsha Nash and Walter Lee.

In keeping with Becky's spirit, a celebration of her life will be held at 11 am Friday, December 21, 2018 at Settle Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Keith Switzer officiating. Visitation will be from 3 until 7 pm on Thursday December 20, 2018 at Glenn Funeral Home and Crematory. Visitation on Friday will be from 9 am until time of service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Dream Riders of Kentucky, Girls Inc., or The Robert Austin Meythaler Scholarship Fund c/o Settle Memorial United Methodist Church.

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