Hellen Jean Vess Baker, 77, a loving mother, sister and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, June 28, 2016 in Decatur. Hellen was born, October 24, 1938 in Fort Worth to Floyd Redford and Imogene Gaston Vess. They both preceded her in death along with a daughter, Kathy Vess; and siblings, Blanche, Carol, Auldon "Whitey" and Dorothy. She is survived by her son, Jack Allen and wife, Traci; daughter, Diane Cowherd and husband, Calvin; sister, Ethel Vess; grandchildren, Jackie III, Kevin, Michael, Brendon, Quaid, Elizabeth, LaDortha, Shelby and Jenna; great grandchildren, Onner, Mason, Ruben, Paxton and Carter.