Helka, James Keith. Age 96. Born December 2, 1916. Passed away October 5, 2013. Loving husband of the late Dorothy. Dear father of Ruth Enoch, Elsie Merem, Kathleen (Brent) Colson, James Jr. (Lorry), Edward (Diane) and Elizabeth (Kevin) Parker. Dearest grandfather of 19 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. Dear brother of Ruth. James was a World War II veteran and Free Mason. Visitation at Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home 2640 Monroe Blvd. (near W. Outer Dr.) Dearborn, Monday 5 pm to 9 pm and Tuesday 1 pm to 9 pm. Masonic Service Tuesday at 7 p.m. Funeral Service Wednesday at 11 am at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Detroit VA Hospital.