Clyde Helton Obituary

Clyde Helton LENOIR Clyde John Helton, 80, of Lenoir, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012, at his residence. Mr. Helton was born in Caldwell County to the late Luther Helton and Nellie Gibson Helton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lorene Carswell Helton; step-mother, Ruth Smith Helton; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Helton; sisters, Goldie Piercy Ward, Dorothy Duncan and Marlene Helton; and a brother-in-law, Roger Clark. Mr. Helton was an avid golfer and was a member of Quaker Meadows and Lenoir Golf Course. He was a member of Hartland Missionary Methodist Church. He was much loved and will be greatly missed. Survivors include his children, Diana Burch and husband, Paul, of Morganton, Karen McNeil and husband, Charles, of Morganton, Clyde Michael Helton and wife, Donna, of Morganton, Brent Helton, of Morganton, Cindy Powell and husband, Michael, of Lenoir and Stephanie Winkler and husband, Todd, of Hudson; brothers, the Rev. Joe Helton and wife, Celine, and the Rev. Bennett Helton and wife, Gaye; sisters, Linda Clark and Carolyn Joplin and husband, the Rev. Howard Joplin; eight grandchildren, Rodney, Chuck, Nick, Brent Lee, Wendy, Nathan, Miranda and Sydney; and seven great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 25, at 4 p.m. in Pendry's Chapel with the Rev. Nathan Ward officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Park. The family will receive friends prior to the service at Pendry's Lenoir Funeral Home from 2:30 to 4 p.m. The family will be gathering at the home of Brent Helton. Serving as pallbearers will be Rodney Burch, Nicholas McNeil, Chuck McNeil, Brent Lee Helton, Nathan Sparks and Paul Burch. The family respectfully requests that memorials be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Western Carolina Chapter, 3800 Shamrock Dr., Charlotte, NC 28215, or to the Parkinson Foundation, 1501 NW 9th Ave., Miami, FL 33136. Online condolences to the family may be placed at pendrys funeralhome.com Pendry's Lenoir Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Clyde John Helton.

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Published by The News Herald on Jul. 25, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Clyde Helton

10 Entries

Cindy Powell

July 31, 2012

Dad, I just wanted everyone to know how much I loved you and you will be truly missed by Miranda, Mike, Nate, and me. I wish I could have kept you forever, but God knew you were very sick and weak. I know God does everything according to his will, but I'm a little lost without you. You ask me to take care of you and I tried to do everything I possibly could to try and help you. I'm sorry if I hurt you in any way, because that was never my intention. I think I was able to honor your wishes and one thing is for sure, I never let go of you, until the Lord took you home. I miss taking care of you and above all, you were never a burden to me, you were a blessing. I'm sure Mom was happy to see you too. I will always love you and remember important things you taught me. You taught me the true meaning of forgiveness and now I must practice this in my own life. I will see you in Heaven one day and I'm sure your body is in much better shape now.
I will love you forever,
Love, Cindy

Debra Stewart

July 28, 2012

To the family of Clyde Helton, I wish to extend my dearest sympathies. I knew Clyde before he met the Lord, and I knew him after he accepted Christ. The transformation in Clyde's life was unbelievable to say the least, once he began living for the Lord. The youngest daughter Cindy, who I understand cared for Clyde, told me Clyde could be a handful at times, but all the sweet times she had with him cancelled out all the hard times. She also said, it was an honor to get to be chosen to be his care-giver. I understand that Clyde had 6 children and I would like to convey my deepest regret for your loss. Clyde was a good friend and he will be missed immensely.

Terri Anthony

July 26, 2012

I am sorry to hear of your fathers' passing. He was a spectacular golfer, christian, and a good friend. My heart goes out to the family, especially to his daughter who cared for him. I know this has left a hole in all of your hearts. May God bless you and comfort you in your time of need.

Lori Helton Crump

July 25, 2012

Clyde was my dad's nephew. I haven't seen Clyde in a number of years but he was a special man. Clyde was a good man and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. I am sure the Helton clan is having a heavenly reunion. From the Theodore and Erma Helton families.

Wilfred Long

July 25, 2012

Clyde was a great freind and the golfing memories will live on in our hearts. Clyde was one of the most honest people that I have ever known and he always had something good to say about everyone. I'll miss him and I am so sorry for the family in this sad time, but we will see him again "IN GOD'S TIME" ---------God Bless "The Carolina Family Quartet

Lou Ann Woodd

July 25, 2012

Cindy, Mike, Miranda, Nathan, My heart goes out to you, especially today. Cindy, your Dad knew you loved him because you took very good
care of him. Just remember you will see him again. He's in Heaven now, waiting for you. Love you and thinking of you

July 25, 2012

I am sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I know the pain of losing him is hurting each and every one of you, but time will heal the hurting. I knew Clyde in a special way and I knew when he accepted our Lord, Jesus Christ. He always told me that, " We are only responsible for our own actions." I was there when he passed and was honored to watch his spirit ascend towards Heaven. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. I thank our Lord, Jesus Christ for allowing me to be part of his wonderful life. Rest in Peace, Brother Clyde. You leave an empty place in our heart, but those who knew you well, are excited that you are in our Heavenly Fathers' arms tonight. We love you now and forever.

Shirley Price

July 24, 2012

Cindy, Miranda, and Mike, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad and grandfather. All of you took excellent care of him and I am sure that Clyde knew how much all of you loved him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your loss.

Vicki Billings

July 24, 2012

Cindy, Mike, Nathan, and Miranda, I'm so sorry to hear about your father and grandfather. Rest in the knowledge that he is at peace and in the loving arms of our Lord and Saviour and that you will see him again one day. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you.

July 23, 2012

I love you and miss you dearly.

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