MAXTON — Sarah Ellen McGirt, age 76, of Maxton passed away on Aug. 2, 2016 at her brother Murphy F. McGirt's home in Blairsville, Ga.
Following her retirement from teaching elementary grades in the Fayetteville school system, she enjoyed accompanying her mother on numerous trips, and provided loving care during her mother's final years.
Her hobbies include her pets, many of whom she rescued; her yard and numerous flowers, some of which she used to beautify the Sunday service at Maxton First Presbyterian Church for many years. In her later years she devoted her very beautiful voice to the Presbyterian Church choir.
She is survived by her brothers Dr. Murphy F. McGirt Jr. and wife Anita, George H. McGirt and wife Alice, and Samuel H. McGirt; Nephews Jonathan McGirt, Mitchell McGirt and wife Federique, Benjamin H. McGirt and wife Mindy, and Murphy F. McGirt III,; Nieces Megan McGirt O'Tool, Heather Lynn McGirt Nickles, Beth McGirt Adams, and Jennifer McGirt Haase and Uncle Paul Blackwell.
The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6, at Richard Boles Funeral Service. Following graveside services with the family at Centre Presbyterian Church Cemetery, a musical memorial service to honor the Christian life of Sarah Ellen will be held at Maxton First Presbyterian Church at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 7. Dr. Robert Dendy will officiate.
Memorial donations may be made to the Maxton First Presbyterian Church Choir Fund, P.O. Box 5, Maxton, NC 28364.
Services are entrusted to Richard Boles Funeral Service.
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So sorry to hear.
Roy martin
August 27, 2016
Sam, it was a shock to hear of Sarah Ellen's passing. She was truly a wonderful person. With deepest sympathy for you and your family as you deal with the loss. Kathy
August 7, 2016
To the McGirts please except condolences for the loss of your beloved Sarah Ellen. The McGirts were an extension of the McNeill family as our mother Katherine McNeill embraced your family as her own during the years she was employed by the McGirts. Sarah Ellen, Sam, Murphy Jr., Hal and Mr. and Mrs. McGirt were household names we heard often when growing up. May God bless and keep you during this time of sorrow.
Velois McNeill-Douglas
August 6, 2016
We were so very sorry to hear of the loss of Sarah Ellen. She was a wonderful person and a very dear classmate.
Jimmie Smith
August 6, 2016
The McNeill Family extend our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the McGirt family. It was an honor to have known Sarah Ellen and she will be truly missed. May God embrace you in comfort during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Rev 7:17 And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes.
Vernice McNeill Jackson
August 6, 2016
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and we are sadden to hear about the transitioning of Sarah Ellen. God has plucked a beautiful orchid to place in His Heavenly garden. We are praying for you and that God will embrace you in comfort during this difficult time.
The McNeill Family
Vernice McNeill Jackson
August 5, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss! We were so blessed to have Sarah as our neighbor! It's just not the same here on Johns road since Sarah has been gone! We miss seeing her in her yard working with her flowers or walking her dogs! It was also a great treat to hear her playing the piano and singing in the late afternoons! We know she is singing with the heavenly choir and enjoying all the beauty in the flower gardens! She will truly be missed!
Terry and Geraldine Rasberry
August 4, 2016
The Fairley family is sorry to hear of the loss of Sarah Ellen. Fond memories of in her flower garden and love of pets are what we have to remember her for. We will keep your Family in prayer. May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficulty times.
Angela Fairley
August 4, 2016
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