Helen Robson Walton, a leader in the PC(USA) and the widow of Sam Walton (founder of Wal-Mart), died Thursday evening.  There is much being written of her retailing and philanthropic impact and legacy but, in keeping with the spirit of this blog, would high light just two items related to her leadership in the Presbyterian Church (USA):

She was the first woman to serve as moderator of the Arkansas Presbytery
She served on the Presbyterian Church (USA) foundation including serving as the first vice-chair of the board.

More details on her life and service can be found in numerous news articles currently being published.  I would refer you to the PC(USA) news service article (there was an earlier version of this story that was distributed with the date of her death wrong) and the Wal-Mart press release.