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.
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.
