Barbara June Pruett passed away on February 6, 2026, at the age of 87 in Many, Louisiana. Born on June 24, 1938, in Pike County, Alabama to Levi Preston Helms and Selma Claudie Renfroe Helms, she spent her early life in her birthplace before moving to Richmond, Texas, and later settling in Sabine County with her beloved husband, Chet. They enjoyed 21 years of their lives there, surrounded by the natural beauty and close-knit community. June Pruett had a fulfilling career as a Commercial Bookkeeper, where she was respected for her precision and reliability. Her skills not only kept her professional environment in order but also contributed significantly to the success of her workplace.

Her personal life was rich with the love of crafting, particularly quilting, cross-stitching, and making stuffed animals. An avid gardener, June cherished her time tending to her flowers and assisting her husband with their vegetable garden. Her greatest joy came from spending quality time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and playing games with them. She loved to spend quiet time sitting and watching God's creatures.

June was a dedicated member of the First Baptist Church in Hemphill, where she participated in community and spiritual activities. Her faith was an integral part of her life, providing her with strength and comfort.

She leaves behind her husband of nearly 56 years, Chester Pruett; her brother, Maxie Helms and his wife, Wanda, of Haines City, FL; sisters, Bonnie Hicks of Headland, AL, Linda Weaver and her husband, Robert, of Tampa, FL, Alice Martin of Newville, AL, and Sherri Helms McNeese and her husband, Stan, of Junction City, CO; along with numerous cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren. June was preceded in death by her son, Larry Jordan, and daughter, Terri Jordan.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at First Baptist Church, 301 Mann St. in Hemphill, officiated by Pastor Rick Harrison and Bro. Steve Mills.

Burial will follow at Harper Chapel Cemetery, with Mark Blalock, Matthew Bailey, Stephen Bailey, Sidney Henry, Alden Tuttle, and Rick Tuttle honored as pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of June can be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 North Michigan Ave, FL 17, Chicago, IL 60601-7633. This gesture will honor her spirit of nurturing and caring, continuing her legacy of making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Starr Funeral Home of Hemphill handled the arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at starrfuneralhome. com.