Helen Hatfield Dotson

Born in Ransom, Kentucky, Helen made Tallahassee, Florida, her home for many years. She retired after a career with the Leon County School System and was a faithful member of Pisgah Primitive Baptist Church in Climax, Georgia.

Helen was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, William “Bill” Dotson. She is survived by her five children, Sue White and her husband, Andy, Richard Dotson, and his wife, Donna, Priscilla McDonald and her husband, Neil, Nancy Powell and her husband, Dallas, and Bobbie Dotson-Scarry,and her husband Dennis (deceased) five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Helen will be remembered for her love of family, unwavering strength, and the joy she brought to those around her. Her legacy lives on through the generations she helped shape, the memories she created, and the love she so generously shared. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished by all who knew and loved her.

Memorial Donations

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Helen's memory may consider making a memorial donation to either of the following organizations:

Big Bend Hospice Foundation

Donations may be made online at:

https://bigbendhospice.charityproud.org/Donate

Or by mailing a check to:

Big Bend Hospice Foundation

1723 Mahan Center Blvd.

Tallahassee, FL 32308

Pisgah Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery Fund

Donations may be mailed to:

Pisgah Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery Fund

c/o Jerry Jones

4160 Thomasville Road

Climax, GA 39834

Please indicate “In Memory of Helen Hatfield Dotson” with your donation.

The family extends its heartfelt gratitude for the kindness, prayers, and support received during this time. Your thoughtful gifts and expressions of sympathy are deeply appreciated and serve as a lasting tribute to Helen's memory.

Visitation will be held at Pisgah Primitive Baptist Church, 163 Sykes Mill Rd, Climax, GA 39834, US, on October 15, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

A Funeral Service will follow at Pisgah Primitive Baptist Church, 163 Sykes Mill Rd, Climax, GA 39834, US, on October 15, 2026, beginning at 11:00 am.

A Committal Service will take place at Pisgah Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, 163 Sykes Mill Rd, Climax, GA 39834, US, on October 15, 2026 following the church service.