HELFRICH, John “Jack” Age 92, of Wellesley, died peacefully on April 13, 2021 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Jack was born in Orange, New Jersey. Survived by his wife, Evelyn, his children Gary, Wendy and Nancy and their families.
Jack received his Bachelor of Engineering degree from Stevens Institute of Technology. He had a long career as a research engineer focusing on cutting edge technology. Jack and his family moved to Wellesley in 1966. He enjoyed a decades long career at MIT Lincoln Laboratory working in such disparate fields as satellite communications, solar energy, and seismic detection. His favorite hobbies were sculpture and clock making.
Funeral services are private. Donations can be made in Jack’s memory to The Wellesley Food Pantry, wellesleyfoodpantry.org.