Matthew Robert

Helms

Matthew Robert Helms, of Texas, passed away on September 22, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 55. 

He was born on June 21, 1971, in Sherman, Texas, to Robert Dale and Deanna Ileene (Hedrick) Helms.

Matt’s love for agriculture began at a young age. He was active in the Howe FFA chapter, serving as both president and vice president. His hard work earned him several honors, including the American FFA Degree, the DeKalb Agricultural Accomplishment Award, and an $8,000 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo FFA Scholarship. He graduated in the top ten percent of his class at Howe High School and later he attended Texas A&M University, where he studied agribusiness.

Those who knew him will remember him for his quick wit, competitive spirit, and the laughter he brought to those around him. Whether playing a game of checkers, giving someone he loved a hard time, or delivering one of his witty comebacks, he had a way of making people laugh. His love, humor, and presence will be deeply missed, and the memories shared with him will be cherished for years to come.

He is survived by his father and mother, Robert and Deanna Helms of Howe, Texas; his sons, Coleton Helms of Howe, Texas, and Chase Helms and his wife, Rachel, of Midlothian, Texas; his sister, Marcy Ramsey of Howe, Texas; his niece, Tiffany Sisemore, together with her husband, Tanyon, and their son, Truett Sisemore, all of Howe, Texas; his aunt, Pat Hayes of Dorchester, Texas; and his aunt, Mary Sollis and her husband, Bobby, of Howe, Texas. He will be dearly missed by his family and by all who have had the privilege of knowing him.

Matthew was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents, two uncles, and one great-niece.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Waldo Funeral Home, 619 N Travis St, Sherman, TX 75090.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Howe, 100 Davis Street, Howe, TX 75459. Rev. Roger Tidwell will officiate, and burial will follow at Holloway Cemetery.