James Alfred “Jimmie” Helms, 81, passed away September 13, 2013 in Midland, TX. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2013, 2:00 PM at Nalley – Pickle & Welch Chapel.Jimmie was born October 16, 1931 to A.J. and James Golda Helms in Malvern, AR. Jimmie and Micky married July 25, 1934 in Lovington, NMJimmie was a dog fancier. With his wife Micky they bred, raised and showed purebred dogs. The couple finished 88 AKC Champions, mostly wire dachshunds and basset hounds. They moved to Midland in 1957 after working in the oil field for many years. The couple celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in July.Survivors include his loving wife Micky Helms, daughter, Jennifer Adams of Big Spring, TX, son Mike Helms of Midland, TX, 4 grandchildren and 9 great- grandchildren.In lieu of flowers the family request that memorials be made to Basset Hounds Club of America.,