Martha Sue Harris McCoy, 77, of Asheboro, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Terra Bella Asheboro in Asheboro.
A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Ridge Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Boyd Byerly officiating. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Martha was born on May 1, 1948, in Randolph County, the daughter of the late Alfred Harlow Harris and Iris Louise Cox Harris. She was a dedicated caregiver, always doing what she can for anyone and everyone, especially for those in her family. Martha enjoyed family trips, going cross country, and putting many many miles on the streets of Asheboro. Martha also enjoyed sneaking out for late night runs for ice cream at Dairy Queen. Most importantly, Martha loved going to church and loving her Lord.
In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by her husband Douglas McCoy; and brother, Tommy Harris.
She is survived by her daughter, Christy Williams (Brad) of Asheboro; son, Adam McCoy (Amanda) of Asheboro; grandchildren, Thomas McCoy (Tori), Isaac McCoy; great grandchildren, Brantley McCoy, Ethan McCoy, Oaklynn McCoy; nieces and nephews, Tammy McPherson, Dean Harris, Cam Allred; and former son-in-law, Tommy Willliams.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, at Ridge Funeral Home prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to Hospice of Randolph, 416 Vision Drive, Asheboro, NC 27203.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the memory care staff at Terrabella and to the staff at Hospice of Randolph, for the care given to Martha.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
908 Albemarle Road, Asheboro, NC 27203

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