With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Judith Ann Helton (Maryville, Tennessee), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 19, 2024 at the age of 77. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Carlton Whitehead and Lela Whitehead; her siblings, Carlene Speulda, Eleanor Webb (Rex), Marie Shoemaker (Vernon), Pat Tipton (Fred) and Wesley Whitehead; and her nephew Tony Sullivan.

She is survived by : her sons, Lee Helton (Karen) and Wesley "Smokey" Helton (Sheena); her grandchildren, Scott, Mason, Angelina, William and Ian; her niece Sandy Sullivan; and her nephew Mike Tipton (Terri).

A graveside service was held on Wednesday, June 26th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Carpenters Campground Cemetery (3530 Best Rd, Maryville, TN 37803).

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations in Judy's name be made to: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Funeral & Cremation Services