Anita "Buckle" Helton

October 7, 1941 - December 22, 2020

Anita "Buckle " Sue Helton, 79, was born on October 7, 1941 in Dover, Arkansas to Euel and Belva Payne and passed on December 22, 2020 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Buckle married James Helton in 1966. Her life revolved around family. She found joy in spending time with her two grandchildren Matthew and Adam Helton. She always first to volunteer for school and sporting events. Buckle was also very involved in celebrating her friends in organizing bridal parties and baby showers. She had a gift in making connections with anyone she met. Her laugh was contagious and her smile lit up the room. Buckle is preceded in death by her parents and brother Carl "Judge" Payne. She is survived by her loving husband, son, and grandchildren. A memorial service will be held to honor her life and memory on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at 2:00 pm at Bixby First United Methodist Church 15502 S. Memorial Drive Bixby, OK 74008