Lynn Helmuth

As a teen, Lynn worked on cars and small engines; he moved to Canada in ‘65, worked with a mission for 3 years, then worked in an airplane hangar where he managed the small engines part of the business–chainsaws, motorcycles, snowmobiles, outboard motors, etc. Lynn also did some auto repair on the side for friends. He moved back to IA in ‘78, worked at Kalona Auto for his brother; bought the business in ‘88. He has over 50 years of experience in the repair industry. He was married to Ethel over 47 years; Ethel took care of the office work till she passed away in ‘11. Lynn spends most of his time at the Parts Counter and takes care of one of the Parts delivery routes. He still does some tow jobs. Lynn & Ethel have 5 children, 4 of whom are involved in the business.