Claire Helms Obituary
We announce the death of Claire Helms of Lyons, Georgia, who passed away on August 13, 2026, at the age of 97. Claire will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Dewey R. Helms, Sr.; her daughter Brenda Helms Adams; her parents, Lee Otis Smith and Queen Hughes Smith; and her brothers, Daniel Smith, Jack Smith and Edward (Smith).
She is survived by: her children, Ladson Helms (Gloria) of Vidalia, Renee Helms Lewis (Jerry) and Dewey R. Helms, Jr. (Sherrie); her son-in-law Roger Adams of Vidalia; and her grandchildren, Craig Adams, Brandy Smith (Ronald), Lance Helms (Lana), Lee Helms (Heather), Danielle Thigpen (John), Nichole Brinson (Danny), Todd Helms and Claire Helms King (Thacker). She is also survived by twenty-two great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Flowers are accepted, or memorial donations may be made to Affinis Hospice, 806 Maple Drive, Vidalia, GA 30474.
