Helen Henderson Sholar, 87, of Wallace left this life for her eternal rest on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 from Laurels of Pender.

She was born on January 26, 1930 in Duplin County and was the daughter of the late Delma and Minerva Adline Pierce Henderson. She is predeceased by her husband, J.C. Sholar, her grandson, Chris Sholar and siblings, Violet Henderson Dail, Dutsie Henderson, Muchie Henderson and Elmo Henderson.

She was a member of The Church at Pin Hook.

Surviving is her devoted children, James B. "J.B." Sholar and wife, Norma of Leland, Paulette Peterson and husband, Dennis of Castle Hayne and Gregory "Joe" Sholar and wife, Sarah of Leland; grandchildren, Paula Sholar Mason and husband, Mike, Dawn Sholar Medlin and husband, Brian, Mark Peterson and wife, Angela, Scott Peterson, Bryan Sholar and wife, Michelle and Crystal Powell and husband, William; great grandchildren, Kevin Coker, Hannah Todd, Colby Wright, Hunter Wright, Jared Peterson and Garrett Powell; great-great grandchildren, Kamden Coker, Kolin Coker, Carson Todd and Harper Todd; brother, Daniel Jackson "D.J." Henderson of Charlotte; sisters-in-law, Faye Sholar and Eloise Henderson of Pin Hook and numerous nieces, nephews and friends that loved Helen dearly.

Helen was a wonderful mother and grandmother who loved her family dearly. She found great joy in the simplest of things, but her greatest joy was her family. Being a diligent homemaker and great cook, she filled her home with love and welcomed all who entered. Helen enjoyed fishing, reading and putting puzzles together. Always with a smile on her face and a kind word to greet you, she set a positive example for her children and grandchildren to follow. She was a strong, courageous and yet gentle woman who brought out the good in all those who were near and dear to her. She was blessed to live to enjoy 5 generations during her years on God's good earth. Helen will surely be missed but treasured memories will remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00pm on Friday, September 8, 2017 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Wallace with Pastor David Walker officiating.

Burial will follow the service in William Sholar Cemetery, Lighthouse Road, Wallace.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00pm, one hour prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Wallace.