George Helton Jr.

George Helton Jr. known to many as Junior or Footsie of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life on May 26, 2023. Junior was born May 19, 1944 to two loving parents George and Laverne (Essman) Helton. Junior was 79 years old.

Junior was a kind and caring person who always put others before himself. He was a strong man who faced every challenge in his life with courage and dignity. Junior enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his family and friends.

Junior is survived by his oldest son Todd Lindquest of Alabama, daughter Edith Rogers of Arkansas, son Tom Helton of Arkansas, one brother Jerry Helton of Texas and seven grandchildren, nephews Ron Helton, Josh Helton and Trenton Helton. Junior will be missed by all his extended family and friends.

Junior was preceded in death by his parents George and Laverne Helton.

Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas. A private memorial will be held a a later date.