Capron –Helen Francis Gillette, 86, passed away suddenly on March 18, 2017. She was a member of Capron United Methodist Church where, through the years, she held numerous positions. She found much joy in giving of her time and sharing her love. Helen was predeceased by her husband, Cooper Pope Gillette, and her parents, Nathan and Ruby Banty Francis; two sisters, Lizzie Spivey and Lucille Vann and a brother, Nathan Francis, Jr.

Left to cherish her memory are daughters, Theresa D. Gillette of Robersonville, NC and Sarah G. Gibbs of Courtland; sons, Cooper Pope Gillette, Jr. (Carolyn) and William Francis Gillette (Cindy) both of Capron; grandchildren, Laura Bangor (Craig), Abigail Foy (Steve), Joseph Edwards (Georgana), Hollie Bobbitt (William), Emily Jarratt (Dustan), Matthew Gillette (Megan), Jacob Gillette (Brittany), David Gibbs (Elizabeth), Jessica Williams (Wade); 13 great grandchildren, Nash, Ella Page and Audrey Bangor, Jackson Foy, Cooper Edwards, Emerson, Colby and Brooklyn Bobbitt, Hudson Jarratt, Grace and Ben Gillette, Caroline Gibbs and Emaline Williams and a sister-in-law, Clonie Francis.

A funeral will be conducted at 3 PM Tuesday March 21, 2017 at Capron United Methodist Church with the Rev. Julie Larch and Rev. Jim Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Capron Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Helen's home, 21847 Brandy Pond Rd., Capron and following the service at the Capron Community House. The family suggests memorials be made to Capron UMC or the American Heart Association.