Committal
Rita Carol McCoy, 65, of Morganton, NC, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, September 19, 2024.
Born in Burke County, NC on February 24, 1959, she was the daughter of the late William Riley McCoy and Ellie Faye Whisnant McCoy.
Rita loved the Lord and was a member of El Bethel Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. She retired after 38 years as a manager with the State Employees Credit Union. Rita enjoyed going to the beach and fishing, but she especially loved spending time with her family and grandchildren.
Rita is survived by her sons, Kyle Berryhill (Autumn) and Kaleb Berryhill (Callie); grandchildren, Kayden, Jack, Mollie, Finn, and Liam Berryhill; brother, Randy McCoy (Dena); nephews, Jason and Jamie McCoy; and a number of extended family.
The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m., Thursday, September 26, 2024 at El Bethel Baptist Church. The memorial service will follow at 5 p.m. in the church with Revs. Tim Hodge and John Powell officiating.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Randy and Dena and Family : My heart aches for you and your family. Prayers for comfort and peace. Gods love and ours Mary Alice Bartles Hazel Wright
Rita was a bright light in this world. She always had a beautiful smile and kind word for everyone she encountered. She will be greatly missed but I know she's happy to be with her Mom and Dad again, and most especially her precious Lord. Rest in Heavenly peace. Love, Cindy
Rest in peace, my sweet friend. You were always so kind and caring. Your candle was blown out way too soon. You will forever be missed! Until we meet again, you’ll forever be in my memories.
Miss you sweet Rita.
I would like to send my condolences and prayers to the family. Rita and I growned up together and played basketball together at Freedom High School. A team player with a big heart and a smile that warmed our 💕 hearts. We love you dear heart and The Family. Cathy Rakestraw
A precious friend gone too soon. She will be missed! Praying for all of her loved ones to find comfort in her memory.
I played basketball with Rita and knew her to be the most kind and sweet person. I am devastated by this news. God will have a place for her in heaven. Praying for the family and friends of Rita. 🙏
Mom asked me to send her heartful love. Rita spent many nights n days at our home when she was a teenager. She was good then and always has been a bright light. She served so much better but she has been embraced in the arms of God. Prayers n Love, Barbara Hart
Rest in peace sweet lady. You will truly be missed.
