Helen Louise Rayfield, age 72, of Seymour, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
Born in Pigeon Forge on November 7, 1953, Helen lived a life full of love, hard work, and devotion to her family. She was married to her beloved husband, Charles Rayfield, for 46 wonderful years. Together, they ran Rayfield’s Furniture, their family business, for nearly 30 years.
Helen was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She loved gardening, working puzzles, caring for her home, and spending time with her grandchildren. Her family was her greatest joy.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Issac and Louise Huskey; her in-laws, Minyard and Juanita Rayfield; and her cherished son, Donald Rayfield.
Helen is survived by her husband, Charles Rayfield; her daughter, Heather (Daniel) Rayfield Abbott; grandchildren: Kara (David) Allen, Sarah (Brandon) Duncan, Thomas Atchley, Clay Abbott, Charles Atchley, and Eric Sawyer Rayfield; and great-grandchildren: Hailey Cook, Emory Duncan, and Charleston Duncan. She is also survived by 15 siblings and many nieces and nephews who held a special place in her heart.
Helen was loving, caring, and selfless—but also strong-willed and stubborn in all the best ways. She was the rock of her family and will be missed beyond words.
In keeping with her wishes, no formal services will be held.