She was born on September 1, 1947 to the late Grady “Pete” Watts and Pearl Shook Watts in Catawba County. Vivian was a 1967 graduate of ASU. She taught school at St. Stephens Lutheran Day School for several years. Vivian was the co-owner of Mt. View Drug Store before her retirement.
Along with her parents, her husband, Donald “Don” Clyde Helton; and son, Chad Helton preceded her in death.
Survivors include her son, Damon Helton of Granite Falls; Kristi Helton and Donald “Clay” Helton; grandchildren, Sawyer Helton of Granite Falls, Justin Helton of the home; and brother, Keith Watts and wife Debbie Vickers of Wilkesboro.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Hickory Funeral Home. The family will receive friends prior to the service, from 12:00 until 1:45 pm at the funeral home. Pastor Devin Kerns will officiate the service.
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