Luther Donald Hellyer, 70, died on October 9, 2025 at the Morristown Medical Center.  He was born in Morristown and grew up on Walnut Hill Farm in Gladstone, NJ.  He moved to Succasunna 43 years ago.  He was a lifelong landscaper, gardener, and farmer.  Most recently employed by Fischer-Thompson Beverages in Flanders, he enjoyed his yard and garden, his fishpond, his dog, playing golf, and most of all spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Luther is survived by his wife of 43 years Robin (Sebastian) Hellyer, and by his children:  son Jesse Hellyer and wife Christine, daughter Kaitlyn Hellyer and Colin Burns; his grandchildren Charlotte, Cecilia, and Jonathan Hellyer; his sisters Rebecca Barbieri and Catherine Hoffman, his step-mother Maryellen Hellyer, and his dog Maggie.

The one and only original “Luth” was a light like no other. His childlike wonder, curiosity, and unique sense of humor will be remembered and missed by all who knew him. His family will miss his regular sayings or “Luth-isms” most of all. Luth loved with his entire being and was equally beloved by all.

Friends may visit at Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna, NJ (973-584-7264) on Monday, October 13th, from 10 – 12 noon.  The Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 12 noon, at the Funeral Home, followed by the interment at the Flanders Hillside Cemetery.