Patricia L. Helms, 77 of Morganton, NC passed away, Monday, July 15, 2024. Born on May 27, 1947, she was the daughter to the late Dayton Preswood and Lucille Poteat. Patricia was a member of Praise Assembly of God Church. She loved to garden, fish and be at the beach. Patricia loved her family dearly.
Patricia is survived by her children, Mike VanHorn (Becky), Kenneth Helms, Tonya Buff (Danny), Leslie Dover; grandchildren, Kristin, Kyia VanHorn, Brooks Dover, Jr., Daniel Buff, Corey Buff, Micah Buff; great-grandchildren, Allison and Malakai Buff; sister, Barbara Leadingham (Velton); niece, Jackie Welch; nephew, Tom Hester.
In addition to her parents, Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Wayne Helms; brother, Roger Preswood; sisters, Kathy Benfield, Linda Parker.
The family will receive friends from noon until 2pm, Friday, July 19, 2024 at Praise Assembly of God Church. The funeral will be held in the church at 2pm with the Rev. Kevin Crawford officiating. Burial will follow at Burke Memorial Park.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I was so sorry to hear about Pat. She was a wonderful person, always had a smile on her face. I hope you receive solace knowing she is healed and healthy now. Sending prayers to Mike, Tonya and the whole family Love, Susan