Gary Lynn

Helton

Gary Lynn Helton of Cincinnati, OH, went home to meet Our Lord and Savior on November 9, 2026, at the age of 85. Gary was born on April 14, 1941, in Wallins Creek, KY. 

Gary was the beloved husband of Mary Elaine (nee Shearer) Helton, loving father of Stacey Sexton and step-father of Tracey (Tammy) Scott, proud papa of Mia Sexton, Makayla (Joshua) DeYoung, Destiny (Zach) McGlone, Casarah (Garrett) Fry, Kayla Barker, Brandi Scott, Brianna Scott, and Devin (Lily) Scott, dear brother of Amelia Helton, cherished son of the late Connor Rader Helton and Sendia (nee Brock) Helton. Also survived numerous relatives and many dear friends. 

Gary proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. He graduated from Wallins Creek High School and went on to attend Pineville College on a basketball scholarship. Gary dedicated more than 30 years of service to Ford Motor Company, where he worked as an assembly line operator. Gary enjoyed staying active and could often be found walking at Sharon Woods or along the beaches of Daytona Beach, Florida. He also enjoyed jogging and proudly completed a marathon. He loved spending time in and around the water, whether relaxing in his inground swimming pool or finding any pool where he could take a swim. A devoted sports fan, Gary faithfully followed the Cincinnati Bengals and Cincinnati Reds, enjoyed watching basketball at every level, and never missed the excitement of the Kentucky Derby. Above all, Gary cherished his family. His love, guidance, and presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. 

Per his wishes, there will be no services.