Margaret Beach Brittain of Golf Course Road, Morganton passed away peacefully on Monday, March 8, 2021 at the age of 100. Born in Burke County, NC on March 7, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Elijah Beach and Nancy Harris Beach. Margaret was a member of First Baptist Church of Morganton where she sang in the choir. She was an avid gardener who loved flowers, and as a decorator was sought for many occasions. Margaret also enjoyed golfing for many years.
Margaret is survived by her sons Wayne Brittain (wife Sandra) and Mark Brittain (wife Beth); four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Ned Michael Brittain; daughter Gail Brittain Gray; brothers Jesse, Lawrence, Glen, and Ray Beach; and sisters Flora Powell, Ruby Warlick, and Eula Ramsey Metcalf.
Private services for Mrs. Brittain will be held at a later date at Burke Memorial Park.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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