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Helen (Taylor) Wilcox
Birth date: Jan 2, 1923 Death date: Apr 3, 2017
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Helen Taylor Wilcox, aged 94, passed peacefully on April 3, 2017. Born in Trammel, Virginia in 1923, Helen was married for many years to the love of her life, Samuel Wilcox, and together they raised four sons. Helen's passion and delight were family and friends. She enjoyed family gatherings, hosting holiday dinners and teaching her grandchildren to cook. She particularly enjoyed working in her yard, traveling and watching her favorite Elvis impersonators with her best friend, Linda. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Wilcox; one son, Sammy Wilcox; and two grandchildren, Loretta Wilcox and Bradley Wilcox. She is survived by three sons; Danny (Barbara), Freddie and Eddie (Becky) Wilcox, 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives and close friends. The family wished to thank all those who visited and cared for her. The family will receive friends Friday, April 7, 2017, from 12-2 PM at Appalachian Funeral Home in Johnson City. The Funeral Service will be held at 2 PM, with burial immediately following at 3:00 PM at Roselawn Cemetery. Pall Bearers will be Shane Wilcox, Caleb Wilcox, Tony Ludwig, Anthony Herman, Sean Elliot, and Paul Gunter. Order Flowers Service DetailsFriday, April 7th, 2017 2:00pm, Appalachian Funeral Home- East Chapel Interment DetailsRoselawn Memory GardensRead Obituary
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We are very sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all. David Martha & Peyton Abel
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Those who were lucky enough to know Helen know she was beautiful inside and out. She was small in stature, almost fragile in appearance. The truth is she was one of the strongest women I have ever known! Helen endured much in her life, as many of us do, yet she remained steadfast in her faith and her commitment to cherish family and friends. She generously shared her vast strength and knowledge with her children and grandchildren. She celebrated their joys and successes and wiped their tears when the occasion arose. She was wise and kind and had learned the art of listening rather than lecturing which, like a magnet, drew young people to her. I will miss the woman who was once my mother-in-law and always my friend. I will miss the twinkle in her eye that let everyone know she was fun, a bit mischievous and had an enthusiasm for life and a love for family and friends that was to be envied.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. I still have fond memories of visiting Sam and Helen with my parents.
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Mrs.Wilcox or as I called her as a little girl "cox cox" was an amazing women and I am so saddened to hear of her passing, she had a real impact on my life growing up. She was my "nanny" for many years as a little girl. I know she will be missed greatly. To her family I am so sorry for her passing, but I know she is in a better place happy and smiling down on you all. Much love, Hayley Moss