Ernst "Ernie" von Helms, age 83, of Chicago; U.S. Army Veteran; passed away on January 4th 2018. Beloved husband of Ella (nee Nothnagel) for 21 years. Loving stepfather of Joe (Maryellen) and James Krzykowski. Dear brother of Hans (Virginia), Anna (Art) Schmidt, Walter (Holly), Rolf (the late Lorraine), Paul, Ingie (Richard) Heidorn, Helga (James) Conley, and Barbara (the late Paul) Anderson. Retired bus driver at CTA. Graveside Committal on Wednesday, May 23rd @ 12:00 PM at Irving Park Cemetery, 7777 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago. Arrangements entrusted to Chicagoland Cremation Options (773) 631-0018.