Jean Helms Aldridge's Obituary
Jean Helms Aldridge, 92, of Albemarle passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024 in her home. A private graveside service will be held to honor her life.
Born August 8, 1931 in Union County, NC she was the daughter of the late Julian Brice Helms and Ruby Nance Helms. She was a member of Union Chapel Methodist Church and was the former owner of Jean’s Hair Fashions. She worked for many years alongside her husband at Stanly Funeral Home. She served as a member of the Stanly Regional Medical Center Women’s Auxiliary for over 30 years. She was an active member of the Crafty Hands Prayer Shawl Ministry at Union Chapel when her health permitted. She also worked for many years assisting with the church’s annual Barbecue Chicken Dinner.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, William Stephen Aldridge Jr. She is survived by her son William Stephen Aldridge III of Albemarle, grandson William Stephen Aldridge IV of Albemarle, daughter-in-law Deborah Aldridge of Albemarle, sister Becky Thompson of Lumberton, brothers Billy Helms of Wilmington, Jerry Helms of Oak Island, and many nieces and nephews.
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