William Chester (Billy) Helton

William Chester (Billy) Helton, age 71 of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at his residence.

Mr. Helton was born January 18, 1942 in Wheeling, WV to the late James Thomas and Betty Marie Robarge Helton. He was a Veteran of the United States Army serving during the Vietnam War. Mr. Helton was a member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church and was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Helton and sister, Nancy Mize.

Survivors include his brother and sister-in-law, James (Sonny) and Thelma Helton, Clermont; sister, Judy Armour, Cleveland; brother-in-law, James Herman Mize, Cleveland; special friend, Susie Caudell; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Sunday, March 3, 2013 at the Chapel of Barrett Funeral Home. The Rev. Doug Merck and the Rev. Gary Heffner will officiate.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Saturday at the funeral home.

Because of the love of his dogs Mr. Helton requested in lieu of flowers donations be made to Smithgall Humane Society of White County, P.O. Box 2090 Cleveland, GA, 30528 or your favorite charity.

Online condolences can be made to the family at barrettfh.com

Barrett Funeral Home, Cleveland.