Helen Proctor

Mattie Helen Proctor, born January 14, 1935, passed away on November 12, 2026.

Helen will be remembered as a woman of faith whose life was marked by devotion to God, love for her family, and joy in the blessings around her. She treasured spending time with her grandchildren, and those moments with them were among the happiest in her life. She also enjoyed reading and traveling to Europe, embracing both quiet reflection and the opportunity to see new places. Her church was an important part of her life, and she was deeply committed to witnessing to others about God.

Family was at the heart of Helen’s life. She is lovingly survived by her son, Joel Proctor, and his wife, Kathleen; her daughters, Terri Proctor and Cindy Baker; and her grandchildren, Brandon Proctor, Sean Proctor, and Duncan Smith. The love she shared with her family and the example she set through her faith and care for others will remain with them always.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Woody and Lucretia Pittard; by her son-in-law, Harold Baker; her sister, Mary Lu Ray, and brother-in-law, Charles Ray; and brother Joel Pittard. 

Visitation for Mattie Helen Proctor will be held on November 17, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Highway 53, Hoschton, GA 30548. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Lawson Funeral Home.

Helen’s memory will be cherished by all who knew her, and her legacy of faith, love, and family will continue to live on in the hearts of those she leaves behind.

Arrangements by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53 Hoschton, Ga., 30548. Lawsonfuneralhome.org. 706-654-0966.