of Mountain Home, AR
September 22, 2015
Helen F. Welborn, 83, Beloved wife, mother and grandmother of Mountain Home went to be with the Lord, Tuesday September 22, 2015, after a courageous battle against cancer. Helen was born September 23, 1931, in Augusta, Arkansas to the late Ewell and Ruby French. She married Jim T. Welborn on March 26, 1954.
Helen began teaching in 1953, and continued until moving to Mountain Home in 1960. She was devoted to her family, church and community. A longtime member of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Helen taught Sunday School, was involved in the Women's groups, the church board, committees, and other opportunities for service. She was a member of Club Cosmopolitan, a ladies service organization, whose mission was to improve the community, including starting the first kindergarten in Mountain Home.
Helen is survived by her husband Dr. Jim T. Welborn, daughters Laura (Ron) Proctor of Flippin, Mary Patton of Tulsa, OK and Saundra (Jeff) Rueppel of Woodstock, GA; grandchildren Jennifer (Beau) Barnes, Zach (Rachel) Proctor, Sarah (Cassie) Patton, Catherine and Sydney Rueppel; great grandchildren Ruby and Gavin Barnes; and sister-in-law Delores French. She is preceded in death by her parents and a brother Jimmy French.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 26, 2015, at Disciples of Christ First Christian Church of Mountain Home. A visitation will be Friday from Noon until 9:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 6:00 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Entombment will be in Baxter Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements are by Roller Funeral Home.
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20 Condolence(s)
Joyce Wiseman
Monday, September 28, 2015
Jim and Family.
It was a privilege to have known Helen and to have felt the Christian, stable spirit that she reflected to me whenever I was around her. The strong, Christian spirit she had was a great help to my mother Ferne Wiseman and my father Bill Wiseman as they faced the challenge of raising my much younger brother and sister in their middle age years. Her loyalty to her friends, her family and to her Lord will never be forgotten. It is good to think of her safe in heaven with Jesus and enjoying her forever home with loved ones who have passed before.
Thank you Helen.
Joyce Wiseman and family:
Son Chad Haskins, wife Amy Lynne, sons Logan Neal and Evan Wayne
Daughter Amy Suzanne Haskins and sons Austin Neal and Isaac Joseph
Daughter Stacy Lynn Haskins
Melissa Snow-Clark
Sunday, September 27, 2015
One of the nicest persons I have ever had the privilege to meet. She always found time for others and was always so positive. Those that knew her will never forget her. I know I won't.
Her family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Elaine Snow
Saturday, September 26, 2015
She was one of the kindest, sweetest people I ever met. I last saw her spring of 2014 while she was getting chemo & she was in good spirits. A wonderful mother, wife & friend, this world is a lonelier, less special place without her.
Ann Gray and Ray Gilbert
Friday, September 25, 2015
Laura, Ron and family, we are so sorry to hear about your Mom. Just know that our hearts and prayers are with you. I am so glad I was able to visit with her at Zach and Rachel's wedding. She was so radiant and happy What a sweet and gracious lady. We love you.
Janie Edmonds-Lewis
Friday, September 25, 2015
So very sorry to hear of Helen's passing. Always enjoyed visiting with her at First Christen Church. She will be reply missed. Deepest sympathy goes to Jim and all of her family.
Bill & Heidi Joiner
Friday, September 25, 2015
Laura, Ron, and Family we are sorry for your loss. We pray that God will comfort you during this time and know that HE will wrap you in HIS loving arms.
David M Johnson MD
Friday, September 25, 2015
I was Helens mother Ruby Frenchs doctor and knew her through that.
She was a friend to my father Ralph and my mother Hazel as they were also members of the First Christian Church.
I know her family and all who knew her will miss her.
May Gods peace bless your family at this time.
Sue Sunderman
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Saundra, Mary, Laura and Jim- I am so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person. I loved her gentle laugh and positive outlook. I hope your find comfort in your memories.
Don Bell
Thursday, September 24, 2015
My sincerest sympathy and respect to Dr. Jim and the girls. What wonderful friends to my parents. Find strength in her life; find peace in her faith.
Faye Lee
Thursday, September 24, 2015
My sincerest condolences to Mr. Welborn and family. Helen was a great lady in the truest sense of the word. God Bless you all.
Connie-Jo Nelson
Thursday, September 24, 2015
To Laura, Mary Nell, Saundra and Mr. Welborn: How blessed to have shared your lives with this great lady! Ms Helen was always warm, supportive, and embracing. I wish you strength, peace and love during this transition. God bless!
Annie (Ann) Nichols (Johnson)
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Ms. Helen was like a 2nd Mom to me growing up on 4th street in Mtn. Home. What an amazing lady!! My sympathy to Mr. Jim, Laura, Mary, and Saundra and all their families.
May light perpetual shine upon her.
Brenda Chaffee Bickford
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Prayers to you mr.jim and the family. She was an awesome lady
Kathy (Tennis) Proctor
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
My prayers and sympathy to Jim, Laura, Mary, and Saundra, plus all the grandchildren and great grandchildren. Helen has held a special place in my heart since she was my Sunday School teacher when I was in high school. I have enjoyed exchanging Christmas cards each year, and visiting with her at First Christian whenever I was in MH. I know you will all miss her desperately, but her place in Heaven is sure. She was a wonderful example of Christ's love and life. My prayers to you for God's comfort and peace.
Harvey & Brenda Stuckey
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Laura & Family we were so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Our heart is with you and know you will be in our prayers. Aunt Mae used to tell me what special times she had when she was with your Mom for holidays. She said she was so sweet and she would enjoy herself when she was there.
Mary and Sam Rhoades
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
So sorry to learn about Helen's passing.
Coyla & Karldon Hudson
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
I am saddened to hear of your loss. May God grant you the peace that passeth understanding.
Lucille Caton
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Jim, I cannot tell you how I felt when I heard Helen passed. She was such a sweet lady. Prayers for you & the family.
Vicky Reynolds
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Rest in peace sweet lady. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Vicky
CNA @BRMC
Eloise Dwyer
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
We are sorry to hear about Helen.She was a sweet lady and such a great Christian person. She will be missed by all who knew her. Our prayers are with you Dr. Jim, children,and grandchildren God bless you all.