Rodney D. Helsley

Rodney D. Helsley, 64, a resident of Sulphur Springs passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026 at his home. He was born August 14, 1962 in New Castle.

Rodney was employed by Service Partners in Indianapolis as an insulation salesman for over 30 years. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and motorcycle riding. Rodney loved to cook and smoking brisket for his family always gave him joy. Above all, he loved spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife of 41 years: Lori (Truitt) Helsley, whom he married August 3, 1985; a daughter: Alicia (Adrian) Abbott of Sulphur Springs; a son: Austin Helsley of Sulphur Springs; two grandsons: Ethan Hall and Conner Abbott; his mother: Christine (Bowlin) Helsley of New Castle; two brothers: Earl, Jr. “EJ” (Isabel) Helsley and Wayne (Penny) Helsley, both of New Castle; a sister: Deb Kemp of Anderson; his in-laws: Charles and Shirley Truitt of Middletown; brother-in-law: Matt (Wendy) Truitt of Middletown; several nieces, nephews, extended family and many close friends.

Rodney was preceded in death by his father: Earl Franklin Helsley; a brother: Paul Helsley; a sister-in-law: Pat Helsley and a brother-in-law: Rick Kemp.

Services will be held at 2:00pm Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle with Pastor Randy Tooley officiating. Burial will follow in Mechanicsburg Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until the time of the service. You may express condolences or share memories of Rodney at www.hinsey-brown.com.