Helen L. (Mayfield) Raney
July 20, 1938 ~ June 10, 2024
Helen L. (Mayfield) Raney, 85, Mooresville, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2024. Mrs. Raney was born one of nine children to the late Alfred and Grace (Chaney) Mayfield on July 20, 1938, in Ano, Kentucky. She married Benjiman Marshel Raney on April 2, 1960, and he preceded her in death on September 25, 2015.
Helen grew up in Kentucky or as she affectionately referred to it, “down home”. She and Marshel moved to Indiana for work and began a family. Her vocation in life was that of a caregiver – a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, and beloved friend to many. Helen was a strong Christian lady deeply devoted to women’s and children’s ministry at Marwood Baptist Church where she was recognized for her decades of devoted service to children. Later she was a member of Bridgeport Central Baptist Church and was active in children’s ministry there. Most recently, Helen was a member of Gasburg Baptist Church.
Helen was an avid gardener and known for sharing her harvest. Whether you were a friend, family, the dentist, or a fellow church member, you were likely going to be the recipient of what Helen and Marshel had grown in their garden. She also canned and preserved food. Green beans, apple butter, frozen corn, and jelly were just some of the things she was known for. Helen was a wonderful cook and showed her love for others by being a generous and welcoming hostess. Sunday dinners were a staple in the Raney household, and you could always plan on a delicious dessert to wrap up the meal. Helen will be fondly remembered for her selflessness and caring nature.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a great-grandson, Dexter Raney, and siblings, Wanda Baker, Bernadean Wells, Phyllis Whitaker, Willard Mayfield, Sherrill Mayfield, June Hall, Marvin Mayfield, and Jeane Harp.
Survivors include two sons, Benjamin Scott (Wife: Robin) Raney of Mooresville and Kevin Dwayne (Wife: Sharon) Raney of Martinsville; daughter, Stephanie Lynn (Husband: Shawn) Eldridge of Indianapolis; six grandchildren, Tyler (Wife: Aubrey) Raney, Grace Raney, Olivia Raney, Emma Eldridge, Hannah Raney and Luke Eldridge and three great-grandchildren, Adyson Cranfill, David Raney, and Dakota Raney.
Helen’s Life Celebration® Visitation and Funeral Service will be held at the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory. Visitation will be Friday, June 14, 2024, from 4 to 8 p.m., and from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, June 15, 2024. The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. on Saturday, with burial in West Newton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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I married Helen’s grandson, Tyler. & I fell in love with his grandparents (Helen and Marshel) the very first time I met them. They instantly made me feel welcomed & right at home. I always thank Tyler for sharing Helen and Marshel with me. Helen and Marshel were two of the biggest blessings in my life. They were the epitome of selfless and loving. They both would give you the shirt off their back without you even asking. & made sure you knew you had an open invitation to visit at any time. They were just the most generous people I’ve ever met — with their time, love, and resources (and especially with garden veggies or homemade goodies). Helen was such an incredible example of a servant heart. She was always serving those around her. I hold dear memories of her coming over to our house in hard times (when my handicap son, Dexter, was diagnosed or sick) and she wouldn’t leave without making sure we had food, doing dishes, or starting our laundry (despite my efforts of telling her not to). Words can’t describe what she meant to our family. I’m forever grateful for her example in my life. She shone her love for Christ so bright without even saying a word. She will be so dearly missed.
My sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the Raney family at this sad time. Helen was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, Radonna, Ed and Rick has purchased Cherished moments – Lavender & White for Helen L. (Mayfield) Raney
Creative Financial Group has purchased Peace Lily for Helen L. (Mayfield) Raney
Our prayers & thoughts are with your family during this difficult loss. Helen will fondly be remembered as such a sweet & loving lady.
Our lord will carry you through this difficult time 🙏
Betty, Brent & Alan Daniels
Scott, Stephanie and Kevin,
I did not have the honor of meeting your mother but I know that she had to be a very special lady who was dear to all of you. Your devotion and love for her was very clear. Sending you and your family prayers for comfort and peace in this difficult time.
Kim Heald
FMC Saxony has purchased Angels In the Garden for Helen L. (Mayfield) Raney