He is preceded in death by his parents Vernon and Alice Helton and brother Mike Helton.
Stephen is survived by his loving wife Linda Helton; children Matthew Helton, Aimee Christner (Jacob), Shelly Cook (Jason), Christina Compton (Chad), Haley Schmidt (Matt); grandchildren Bo, Ashley, Clayton, Maddie, Luke, Silas, Kairi; great granddaughter Peyton; brother Richard Helton (Toni) and sister in law Donna Helton and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mr. Helton proudly served his county as a Marine from 1968-1972. He will remembered for his colorful sense of humor, kindness and generosity to all he met and his love for wildlife and traveling.
