It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother and Grandmother. Helen Wilson Steen, 77, of Bedford, VA, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Helen was a faithful woman who loved the Lord, her family, friends, and church. She was born on August 25, 1946 in Bedford, VA. She was joined in marriage to the late George Preston Steen on August 23, 1963. They spent 45 years together until his passing in 2008. Together they had one son who entered heaven at birth, and five daughters. Many grandchildren and great grandchildren were also welcomed with love and joy over the years. Helen was a dedicated employee and retired from Sam Moore Furniture after 35 years. She was a lifelong member of the Bedford Church of God where she served in many capacities. Notably, she served as the Vice President of Women’s Ministry, proudly contributed as a Food Pantry Assistant, and spent many years as a Sunday School teacher. Helen was a true woman of God and exuded a servant’s heart. Helen leaves behind her children, Cindy (Ron) Hackman, Teresa (Danny) Little, Linda (Glynn) Witt, and Virginia “Jenny” Steen; 12 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Gibson and Joella DeWitt; and a brother, Ronald Wilson. She also leaves many beloved nieces, nephews, and friends. Helen is preceded in death by her husband, George P. Steen; infant son, Timothy P. Steen; daughter, Sharon L. Steen; parents, Herman and Alice Hopkins Wilson; brothers, William (Katherine) Lewis and Clark Wilson; and sisters, Betty Gowen, Lila (Wesley) Hill, Rose (Howard) Milton, Bernice (Jim) Reynolds, and Elizabeth (Vernon) Craig. The family would like to express gratitude for the many thoughts, prayers, and condolences they have received. A memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m., on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at Bedford Church of God with Rev. Dave Metz officiating. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home, Bedford, 540-586-7360