Helen Deloris Hudson, 86, (Nanny), of Arlington, was finally reunited with the love of her life, Hud, (Papaw), on October 16, 2020. He preceded her in death on October 20, 1996. Also; preceding her in death were her parents, Ruth and Alton Benton, brother, James and wife Judy Benton, brother-in-law Phil Stephens, granddaughter, Ashley Carissa Hudson, and grandson, Virgil Johnson.
Nanny passed peacefully, in her sleep, at home, with her family surrounding her.
Helen was born on September 28, 1934, to Alton and Ruth, in Waco, Texas.
Nanny lived an amazing and full life!! She had the biggest heart and the most kind spirit, of anyone you could ever meet.
Nanny loved to cook. She fixed her most delicious meals and served them with a smile. She was a loving homemaker and care taker of many. Much laughter and love was shared in her home and at her kitchen table, for those she loved the most.
Survivors include; daughter, Velma Kavanaugh, son, Ricky Hudson and wife Tami, and Pat Kavanaugh. Grandchildren: Helen Mark, Audrey Johnson, Jamie Sutterfield and D., Alex Kavanaugh and wife Jordie, Jenifer McCoy and husband John. Great-grandchildren: Paul Mark, DeShawn, Bryce and RaRa Johnson, Carson, and Hannah, and Johnathan McCoy. A brother, Ben Benton and wife Vicki, a sister, Barbara Stephens and late husband Phil, and many nieces and nephews.
We will celebrate her life, Sunday. October 18, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. at Memoryland Memorial Park, in Greenville, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice or any charity of your choice.