Ray "Redsy" N. Helfrich, Jr., 65, of Macungie passed away April 3, 2022 in Manor Care, Allentown surrounded by family after a battle with glioblastoma cancer.  Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Ray N. Helfrich, Sr. and Grace (Schmoyer) Helfrich.  Redsy was employed by Caloric in Topton as a welder for many years until the plant closed.  He then worked for Deka Battery in Topton for several years before being employed by Lower Macungie Township and holding various other positions.

He was a long-time member of the Macungie VFW, Alburtis Rod and Gun Club, Emmaus Fire Company #1, and The Mercantile Club.  His favorite hobby was stock car racing and could always be found at Grandview Speedway watching his favorite driver, Brett Kressley, and also frequented Big Diamond Speedway.  He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time at the cabin.

Redsy is survived by his companion, Sheri Corradetti; daughter Tiffany, wife of Lee Fenstermaker of Macungie; son Kyle Helfrich and wife Kara of Fort Walton Beach, FL.; grandchildren Ryan, Cheyenne, and Katie; Step grandchildren James Fenstermaker, Tuesday Morrison, and Kane Morrison; brothers Eugene Helfrich and wife Carol of Nazareth and Rodney Helfrich and wife Carla of Allentown; sister Renee, wife of Stephen Ward of West Virginia and many nieces, nephews and cousins.  Redsy was predeceased by a brother, Randy Helfrich.

Services will be held on Sat., April 9, 2022 at 3:00 PM in Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., 250 Main St., Emmaus.  Visitation 1:00 to 3:00 PM in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Glioblastoma Foundation P.O. Box 62066, Durham, NC 27715.