Helen Louise Helms

February 2, 1930 - February 1, 2021

Helen Louise Helms, 90, of Bristol, TN passed away Monday, February 1, 2021 at Dominion Senior Living, Bristol, TN. She was born in Bristol, VA on February 2, 1930, a daughter of the late Clifford and Grace Osborne Rutherford. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, George Frank Helms, III and two sisters, Lucille Hicks and Viola Rutherford. Helen owned and operated Helms Candy Company along with her husband, George, until their retirement. She loved spending time with friends, family, children, and great grandchildren. Among her many activities and hobbies, she enjoyed cooking, traveling in the RV, and antique cars. Helen was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother; she will be greatly missed. Helen is survived by one daughter, Deborah H. Smith and husband, Randy, of Bristol, TN; two sons, George F. "Buzz" Helms, IV and wife, Kristie, of Bristol, VA and Mark R. Helms and wife, Genia, of Bristol, TN; seven grandchildren, George Franklin Helms, V, Lindsey Ashby and husband, Brandon, Tyler Smith, Devon Correll, Grace Helms, Elliott Helms, and Dylan Helms; two great grandchildren, Nicholas Ashby and Taylor Ashby; and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Mattie Whorton and Dr. Jean Mancini for all their love and care. A private graveside service will be held on Thursday, February 4, 2021, at Glenwood Cemetery with Pastor Sam Haynes officiating. For the safety of all those in attendance at the services, CDC guidelines will be followed, including the use of face mask and the practice of social distancing.