Helen Linton

Helen Grace Goodwin (née Williams) (August 19th, 1947-December 6th, 1989) was an American former socialite best known for her association with cult leader Jay Whitman.

Early Life
Helen was born on August 19th, 1947 in San Francisco, the second child of real estate developer Conrad Williams and his wife Marie.

Marriage
Helen met Simon Linton at a party ten days after her eighteenth birthday. There was an instant connection between the two of them.

Involvement with Jay Whitman
In the early morning hours of January 8th, 1969, Helen packed a bag and left in the middle of the night.

Escape
On June 29th, 1971, Helen ran into Simon, who was staying in Eagle Rock with friends.

Death
Helen never fully recovered from her experience with Whitman.