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Judith Helton Obituary

Judith Ann Robbins Helton

Judith Ann Robbins Helton was born in Kingsport on November 19, 1941, to the late James and Hattie Robbins. She was a graduate of Holston High School.

Judith was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She is survived by her sons, Tony Helton and Tom Helton; daughters, Kristi Bortz (John) and Keila Runyon (Chad); and her grandchildren, Brandy Helton, Rachel Helton (Matt), Adam Runyon (Savannah), Alexis Colquhoun (Tevin), Sydney Shelton (James), and Seth Runyon and great-grandchildren, Carson Merkel, Andie and Emerie Jaynes, and special friend Michael Simpson, along with several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Friday, May 23, 2025 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Heritage First Church of God,470 Rock Springs Rd, Kingsport, with funeral services to follow at 7:00 with Pastor Steve Tilley officiating.

Graveside services will be on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM in East Lawn Memorial Park.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Kingsport Times-News from May 20 to May 21, 2025.

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Brenda Burns

May 21, 2025

Helton family, my sincere sympathy and condolences to you all. Your mother brought me laughter each time we met, as well as Grandma Hattie. Both were a pleasure addition to life. My prayers are offered during this time.

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23

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Heritage First Church of God

470 Rock Springs Rd, Kingsport, TN

May

23

Funeral

7:00 p.m.

Heritage First Church of God

470 Rock Springs Rd, Kingsport, TN

May

24

Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

East Lawn Memorial Park

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