RICHARD G. HELMKE BUCHANAN, VA... Richard George Helmke, 75, widower of Barbara Helmke, of 840 Kyles Mill Road, Buchanan, died Sunday, August 24, 2014, in Envoy of Staunton. He was born October 31, 1938 in New Jersey. He was a land surveyor. Family members include a son, David Helmke and a daughter, Michelle Moore. There will be no public viewing or visitation or services. Henry Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.