Helen Grace Covington Oldham
Helen Grace Covington Oldham
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Carbonton Community Church Cemetery
5442 Carbonton Road, Goldston, NC 27252
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Helen Oldham Obituary
Helen Grace Covington Oldham died Friday, October 3, 2025 at her home. Helen was born in Rockingham County on May 4, 1939, to the late James and Nellie Covington. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Victor Beal Oldham; and her son, Marvin Glenn Oldham.
Helen is survived by her daughters, Vicki Phillips, Teresa Ross and Lisa Delgadillo; and son Tony Oldham. Helen is also survived by her grandchildren, Olivia Oldham, Luke Oldham and Kristin Korter; and great grandchildren, Brielle Hooker and Kaia Truelove.
A graveside service will be held at Carbonton Community Church Cemetery, 5442 Goldston Carbonton, Road, Goldston, NC 27252, on Friday, October 10, 2025, at 11 am with Josh Conrad officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to your church of choice.
Smith & Buckner Funeral Home is serving the Oldham family.
Online Condolences may be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com
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11:00 a.m.
Carbonton Community Church Cemetery
5442 Carbonton Road, Goldston, NC 27252
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