Gracie Marie Roark Helton

Gracie Marie Roark Helton , 80, of Vanceburg, KY, formerly of Dry Ridge, KY, died Monday August 24, 2020 at Vanceburg Rehabilitation and Care Center. Born January 2, 1940 in Pathfork, (Harlan Co.) KY, she was the daughter of the late Lester Donald and Sabeary Virginia Howard Roark.

On September 12, 1959, Gracie was united in marriage to Ronald Keith Helton; he preceded her in death on December, 30, 1999. She was a secretary for Custom House Broker in Erlanger, KY, a graduate of Black Star High School in Alva, KY and a member of the Sherman Church of Christ in Dry Ridge. She was the Organizer and Founder of Northern Kentucky Keepsake Collectors Club.

She leaves to celebrate her legacy, two daughters: Lisa Hastings of Demossville, KY, and Jeana Billman of Vanceburg, KY; one brother: Billy (Brenda) Roark of Monroe, OH; two sisters: Mossie Greer of Mt. Carmel, OH and June (Dave) Haste of Somerset, KY; five grandchildren: a cousin (like sister): Naomi Roark Craig along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  In addition to her husband, Ronald, she was preceded in death by two sister; Bonnie McGaffee and Rebecca Roark.

Graveside services will be held Sunday August 30, 2020 at Crittenden Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. with Bro. Mark Boettcher officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Helton’s memory to Shriner’s Hospital or Alzheimer's Association, in care of: Stanley Funeral Homes   P.O. Box 130 Williamstown, KY 41097.