Helen Ruth Nelson

Burial will follow in Holly Springs Cemetery.

Helen went on to be with the Lord on July 4, 2017 at her home.

Helen was born November 1, 1927 in Frederick, Oklahoma, the daughter of the late Grady Mann and Mittie Leona Nixon Mann.

She graduated high school from Carrolton High School. On April 20, 1946, she married Joe Nelson in Dallas, TX. Joe and Helen were involved in many business entities throughout their marriage, including Nelson Brothers, Nelson Concrete and WesTex Sand & Gravel. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Canton. Helen was very talented and enjoyed making hand-made quilts. She was a long-time member of the Van Zandt County Extension Club.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband of 61 years, Joe Nelson; daughter, Brenda Carrithers; 1 brother and 4 sisters.

Helen is survived by daughters, Debbie Strickland and husband David of Haskell; Donna Taylor of Canton; Patti Hopkins and husband Guy of Lago Vista; 6 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends.

A visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00pm, Friday at Eubank Funeral Home in Canton.