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Somerset, Kentucky
Jan 18, 1935 – May 23, 2024
Helen T. Norfleet of Nancy, KY entered into her eternal life on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at her home. Helen was born on January 18, 1935 in West Somerset, KY to the late Oda M. Tarter and Blanche Lee Clark Tarter.
Helen was married to James Norfleet on March 11, 1952. To this union they were blessed with one loving and caring daughter, Lisa Denise Norfleet (James Oakes) of Nancy, KY.
She is survived by two brothers, Lowell Tarter and J.C. Tarter, both of Nancy; and several nieces and nephews and several cousins who have been more like brothers and sisters through the years.
Along with her parents, Oda and Blanche Tarter, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, James Norfleet, her in-laws, Ernon and Opal Norfleet; two brothers, Harold (Wilma)Tarter and Hubert (Anna Lee) Tarter; two sisters-in-law, Sue Carol Tarter and Eltie Tarter; one nephew, Lanny Gale Tarter; and one niece, Connie Louise Tarter.
Helen professed her faith in Jesus Christ in August 1945 and has been a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Naomi, KY since then. She served as Church Organist for many years, taught the Junior Sunday School Class for 40 years, was a member of WMU since the early 1950s and a member of the Lydia Sunday School Class. She was a charter and lifetime member of Fidelis Chapter # 545 OES since the age of eighteen.
She was an employee of USDA for 34 years, Co-Chair of the FSA committee for 10 years following retirement and an Advisor for two years to the same committee. Helen also worked at the Old Farmers Livestock Market for seventeen years and worked as Bookkeeper for Cumberland Livestock Market in Burkesville, KY for two years.
Helen wishes to express her love to her family, to her WMU Group, and her former Junior Sunday School Class students.
Helen’s family would like to extend sincere thanks to Hospice of Lake Cumberland and a special Thank you to Dr. Rodney Oakes for his care through the years.
Be it known by all present that this is a celebration of her going home to her Lord and Saviour.
Visitation for Helen T. Norfleet will be on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 10:00am until 1:00pm at Lake Cumberland Funeral Home. Her Funeral Service will follow on Tuesday 1:00pm at the Chapel of Lake Cumberland Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Harris officiating. Burial will be at Bethlehem Cemetery at Naomi, KY
The family also requests that any Memorials be made to the Bethlehem Cemetery. Donations can be mailed to Lake Cumberland Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1441, Somerset, KY 42502.
You are welcome to view the obituary and offer condolences to the family at our website: www.LakeCumberlandFuneralService.com
Lake Cumberland Funeral Home is entrusted with the services for Helen T. Norfleet.
Read MoreCondolences to Lisa, and may your memories be the best. Her passing takes a part of each of us , and it is for each of us that the bell tolls.
James H. Norfleet
May 31, 2024 | MN | Family
Lisa, we are sorry to hear about Helen. We have been out of town, and miss coming to see her. She was a wonderful lady, I still have very fond memories of your mom and dad with my mom and dad (Ertis & Imogene), that I will hold dear forever. Loved seeing her at church gatherings playing piano. Loosing a mom is hard, and faith , family and friends helps you through this difficult time. James and Helen were two great ones (together again) Prayers.. Richard and Donette Daws
Donette Daws
May 29, 2024 | Nancy, KY | Friend
Helen, was a kind beautiful and God fearing women. I loved her so very much. When mom was pregnant with me. She gave her a baby bed that I still have. She will be missed by all. Love to all
Mary Foster
May 26, 2024 | Somerset, KY | Friend
I met Helen in the mid 70’s while she was working at the USDA and I was just a kid out of college working for Production Credit Association. She was always so very helpful and one of the most pleasant people I ever knew. I always thought her as a friend. She was one fine lady!!!
Mike New
May 25, 2024 | Somerset, KY | Acquaintance
Sorry for your loss! When I was going to church at Bethlehem, Helen would always call me Cuz. Loved her so much. Prayers for your comfort Lisa.
Linda Stafford
May 25, 2024 | Clarksville, TN | Family
Helen and James were wonderful neighbors to my parents . As were Helen's parents who were neighbors before them. Sorry, Lisa for your loss. Difficult to lose your parents. May good memories sustain you . God be with you.
Glenda. (Daulton) and Julian Wall
May 24, 2024 | Waynesburg, KY | Acquaintance
Helen sat beside me in church every Sunday. She was truly a good Christian lady n loved the Lord. I loved her n will truly miss her sweet smile
Barbara Burns
May 24, 2024 | Nancy, KY | Friend
So sorry to hear of her passing. A beautiful lady inside and outside. Prayers for the family
Oreda Harrris
May 24, 2024 | Richmond, KY | Friend
Lisa, my sweet friend, I’m so sorry but I know Helen is at peace now Helen was one of the best ladies I’ve ever met.. JC Merrick loved this lady and always said she was the prettiest older lady he had ever known. Her smile would light up any room. She had a contagious smile and will be missed . Go rest high on that mountain Helen.
Rita Merrick
May 24, 2024 | Nancy, KY
