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BORN
1974
DIED
2022
Beth McCoy Obituary
Beth Scism McCoy, age 48, passed away Tuesday March 15, 2022. Born in Cleveland County on January 12, 1974, she was the daughter of the late Johnny Odus and Gay Frances Whitaker Scism. In addition to her parents, Beth is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Forrest Everette Scism and Beatrice Chapman Scism, as well as maternal grandparents, Burgin Whitaker and Elsie Mae White Whitaker. Beth was a Home Health Nurse for 20 plus years, changing the lives of numerous foster children. She will be remembered for her dedication to those children and her family.
Beth is survived by her husband of 13 years, Thomas Franklin McCoy, IV, four children, Jordan Thomas McCoy, Meleah Abigail McCoy, Colton Paul McCoy, and Isabella Rose McCoy, a brother, John Kelly Scism (Lori), mother-in-law and father-in-law, Tom and Vallery McCoy, brother-in-law, Brian McCoy (Mary) niece, Jennifer Scism Mathis (Robert), and Beth’s special cousins, Trina Whitaker Angel, Wesley Whitaker, and Brian Whitaker. Beth is also survived by her special Aunt Gwen Nix and her niece and nephew, Makenna Mitchell and Matthew McCoy.
A funeral service will be held 2:00pm Saturday March 19, 2022 at Elizabeth Baptist Church in Shelby with the Rev. Dr. Rit Varriale and Rev. Dr. Doug Hankins officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm in the sanctuary. Burial will follow the service in Sunset Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Elizabeth Baptist Church: 301 N. Post Rd. Shelby, NC 28152 or First Baptist Church: 120 N. Lafayette St. Shelby. NC 28150.
Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com
Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home is serving the family.
jordan mccoy
February 2, 2023
i miss my mom i wish she was still here today we will alawys rember you
Meleah McCoy
November 26, 2022
My mom was a very sweet and loving person. She took care of many foster children. And those foster children can go live life knowing that a very sweet person cares about them.
Meleah McCoy
May 18, 2022
She was the best mom she always made me happy
Brenda Padgett
March 20, 2022
My prayers are with the family I love you all. Beth was a sweet loveable friend I will miss that beautiful smile. Our heart is heavy but I know she loves the Lord and He has her safe is his arm's. Love you all. Brenda Padgett.
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Tanzy Wallace
March 20, 2022
My sincere condolences,Thomas, to you and your family. Beth was so sweet and kind, always with a smile! I pray for you and children's continue strength and may your days be filled the joyful memories of Beth.
Love
Tanzy Wallace and Family
Debbie Watts
March 18, 2022
So sorry for the family of the loss of Beth. She will be remembered as a sweet face and person, as I got acquainted with while working at Walgreens. Prayers for the family. May Gods comfort you at this difficult time.
Leanne Hamrick Benton
March 18, 2022
Macky I'm so sorry for your loss. You & the children are certainly in my prayers.
Carol Kelly
March 18, 2022
My thoughts and prayers will be with the family. I worked with Beth at Cleveland Home Health for many years. She was a blessing to her patients
Christine Boyd
March 18, 2022
Macky & Family, I am so very saddened to hear of Beth's passing. You will continue to be in my thoughts & prayers. Loss is never easy but God's mercy and grace will give you comfort & understanding.
Beverly Stroud Terry
March 17, 2022
Beth was such a sweet person, she will truly be missed. To her family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers up for you all.
Candace Kee
March 17, 2022
Eddie and I will miss seeing Beth at Elizabeth with all her family♥
Joyce Gardner
March 17, 2022
I don't think I ever saw Beth that she wasn't smiling! With her new whole heavenly body, imagine that smile now!
Gene/Phyllis Mosteller
March 17, 2022
Tommy and Valery, we are so sorry to have been reading this yesterday evening. You and the entire family have our regards and prayers for comfort going this last mile of Beth"s life. May the Good Lord surround you with his love and comfort. Sincerely, Gene & Phyllis
Melvina Archie
March 16, 2022
My condolences to the family
Melvina Archie
Dale White
March 16, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and the family. Dale White
Ken and Carole Gantt
March 16, 2022
Tom and Valerie so sorry for your loss.
Prayers for your family.
Mindy McCullough
March 16, 2022
Enjoyed working with you... we will miss you.. ❤
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