Helma L. Rainer (nee Buelow) died on September 27, 2013 due to heart and respiratory problems. She was born February 13, 1925 in Neshkoro, WI. Along with parents Henry and Helen, Helma lived on a small farm 2 miles southeast of Neshkoro. She had 3 siblings: Harold, Nelda, and Elsa. The family moved to the west side of Berlin, WI in 1929. Helma lived in Berlin for 13 years, attending St. John's Lutheran School and Berlin High School. Upon graduation, she moved to Milwaukee. During the years encompassing World War II through the Korean War, Helma work at factories (Ladish, GE Hotpoint, and AC Delco) in which highly technical skills were involved. While at Ladish in 1944, Helma met her future husband Robert Rainer. They were wed in September 1948. Helma was a 63-year resident of West Allis, WI. She and her husband raised two children, Randall and Lynne. While Robert was employed as a carpenter, and later a teacher, for Milwaukee Public Schools, Helma dedicatied more time to artwork. An accomplished portrait painter, she devoted much time to "honing her skills" in her studio, and learning new techniques through several art teachers/mentors. Affiliations with local art groups included the West Allis Art Alliance, Allis-Chalmers Art Association, and the League of Milwaukee Artists. During her final 30 years, Helma endured physical afflictions. Arthritis and fibromyalgia were constant concerns, yet she never complained. Her daily life reflected genuine empathy for others and kindness toward animals. Helma is survived by son Randall of West Allis, daughter Lynne of St. Louis Park, MN, grandchildren Devin Jones and Tara (Envers) Gashi. She is further survived by sister Elsa Denham, nieces, nephews, beloved cousins and friends. Husband Robert, sister Nelda, and niece Helen Hartwig preceded her in death. Visitation will be held Saturday, November 9, 2013 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial service at 3 p.m. It is fondly hoped that Helma is still learning new art skills, perhaps from the Dutch Masters and the French Impressionists!!