It is with regret we announce the passing of Mrs. Doris Amelia Helton, age 77, of Fayetteville, TN. Doris was born on December 30, 1942 in Lincoln County, TN to the late Robert Lee and Sallie Campbell Holder. She passed away on April 28, 2020, at Lincoln Medical Center.
Doris attended Walnut Grove School in New Market, AL. She and her husband of sixty one years, Loyd Beaman Helton were dairy farmers and she was a supporter of the local Dairy Days event. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, cooking, reading, and painting. She was best known for her wonderful Christmas candy. She was a member of the Boonshill Presbyterian Church.
In addition to her husband, survivors include her son, Dennis Helton of Fayetteville; grandsons, Jason (Jessica) Helton and Jeremy Helton (fiance Nicole Hutton); great-grandchildren, Kendall Helton, Emerly Helton, Jeremiah Helton, and Luke Davis; sister, Dovie McKinney; sister-in-law, Kathy Harbin of Langston, AL; nieces, Deirdre Pierce and Angie Cook; nephew, Josh Harbin; many great nieces and nephews; and her beloved dog, Buddy. In addition to her parents, Doris was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Teresa Ann Helton and brother, Danny Holder.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic there will be no public gathering at this time. A private family service will be at Barnes Cemetery, with Bro. Thomas Smith officiating. The family invites you to share memories at higginsfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fayetteville/Lincoln County Humane Society, P. O. Box 37, Fayetteville, TN 37334, or St. Jude, Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Doris Amelia Helton.
16 Comments To "Doris Amelia Helton"
#1 Comment By SueLynn Johnson On April 28, 2020 @ 2:05 pm
I am so sorry to hear of Amelia’s death. You are all in my prayers.
#2 Comment By Brenda Harshaw On April 28, 2020 @ 2:35 pm
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS SHE WAS A GREAT WOMAN.
#3 Comment By Nancy Woods On April 28, 2020 @ 3:20 pm
So sorry for your losd
#4 Comment By Gary & Brenda Badenhop On April 28, 2020 @ 3:28 pm
Sending our sympathy to Mr. Loyd and family. You will be in our prayers.
#5 Comment By John Sanders On April 28, 2020 @ 4:37 pm
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends
#6 Comment By Edward & Vera Ellen Campbell On April 28, 2020 @ 6:08 pm
We are so saddened to learn of Amelia’s death. Our families have been friends for so many years. Amelia was a wonderful person and one of the hardest working women I have ever known. Our hearts go out to all of you. Prayers for peace & comfort in the coming days ahead. In loving friendship, Ed and Vera Campbell.
#7 Comment By Carolyn Bryant On April 28, 2020 @ 6:49 pm
So sorry, praying for the family.
#8 Comment By Betty Williams On April 28, 2020 @ 6:57 pm
My condolences to the family.
#9 Comment By lynn and marcella scott On April 28, 2020 @ 7:42 pm
We have fond memories of Amelia. Sorry to hear of her passing. May God comfort you all at this sad time.
Roy Scott Family
#10 Comment By Kathy Beebe On April 28, 2020 @ 7:46 pm
Amelia taught me how to be southern. We rode the tobacco setter together. I always enjoyed watching her make biscuits. Rest easy my friend.
#11 Comment By Sandy Allen On April 28, 2020 @ 10:49 pm
Mrs. Helton one of the sweetest ladies l have ever have known you will be missed.♥️
#12 Comment By Nancy Shelton and Chasity Perry On April 29, 2020 @ 7:59 pm
We are so sorry to hear about Amelia passing. She was fun to be around. I always enjoyed riding with her on her four wheeler when we would visit. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. We love you all very much.
#13 Comment By sullivan On April 30, 2020 @ 8:59 am
sympathy to the Helton family
Hilton and Christine
#14 Comment By Don and Barbara Bland On April 30, 2020 @ 9:23 am
We are so sorry…. the Precious Memories of this Beautiful Precious Lady Amelia we Pray,will give you Strength…. A Wife , Mother, Grandmother,Great Grandmother, Sister , Aunt,Friend and Neighbor was so Loved and will be Missed ….GOD had another plan… He took away her pain and discomfort and He gave her wings…Our Prayers, Thoughts and Love are with You All…. Don and Barbara Bland
#15 Comment By Bridget Gentry On May 1, 2020 @ 3:47 pm
I enjoyed getting to be with Miss. Helton. She was such a sweetheart. Prayers for Mr.. Helton and family
#16 Comment By Melissa Dunman McCool On May 3, 2020 @ 9:29 am
Lloyd and family
I am sorry for the passing of Amelia. She was such a sweet person. When I first met her seem like we became instant friends. Seem like we had always known each other. I loved and will miss her.