Helen Virginia Barron

Helen Virginia Barron VALPARAISO, IN - Helen Virginia Barron, 84 of Valparaiso, formerly of Tuscaloosa, AL passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2017. She was born August 15, 1933 in Hale County, AL to the late David and Mae (Hobson) Dockery. Helen graduated from County High School in Tuscaloosa and worked as a Hostess for over 25 years at Merrill's Restaurant in Valparaiso. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Valparaiso, and spent 30 years volunteering at the Presbyterian Resale Shop. Helen enjoyed gardening, reading, and especially spending time with her beloved family. She will be deeply missed. On January 23, 1955 in Tuscaloosa, Helen married J.D. Barron, who survives, along with their children: Timothy Michael (Jan) Barron of Hobart, Jeffrey Scott Barron of Houston, TX, William Jay (Shellie) Barron of Valparaiso; six grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and sister-in-law, Lenora Dockery. She was preceded in death by brothers, Lewis and Hildrege Dockery, sister-in-law, Jewel Dockery, and three nephews. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 12:00 PM noon at MOELLER FUNERAL HOME, 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso, with visitation from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Rev. Dr. Mark C. Mueller officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.