Betty Deloris McKnight Obituary in Gastonia at Costner Funeral Home

Obituary For Betty Deloris McKnight

Quietly and peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2020 the Almighty God in his infinite Love and Wisdom gently called our beloved Betty Delores McKnight and she then entered her eternal rest.

Betty Delores McKnight was born February 2,1951 to the late Creola and Robert McKnight. At an early age she accepted Christ and was baptized at Mount Zion Baptist Church. God led her to Friendship Christian Church where she became a long active member and servant of the Lord.

She also was a member of the Highland School System. Betty was an Eastern Star Member. Endlessly volunteering for the community and churches throughout Gaston County. As an entrepreneur her gift of creativity with Floral Arrangement, Event Planning and Wedding Decoration then led to "New Beginnings" her business that she loved with Passion and Pride.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Creola McKnight, her siblings; Robert, Dallas, Ollie Mae, Donald, Vance and Ostell.

"Betty will be forever remembered by her loving and devoted children Jamison Anderson (Machelle) and Corey Edwards. her brother Dwight McKnight (Patricia), 2 Loving Grandchildren Darius Smith and Torianna Edwards; a host of nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews that will forever adore her."

Arrangements Are As Follow

PRIVATE MEMORIAL SERVICE

Place Friendship Christian Church 221 W. Bradley Street Gastonia, N.C. 28052

Date Friday, November 13, 2020

AFTER the memorial service the family will be at: Ms. Jackie Shaw Gastonia, N.C. Please call 704-864-6787 for full address

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I will miss you, RIP.
Gloria Rozzell

I will miss this beautiful soul RIP Betty. Gloria (aka Von) Rozzell.

Prayers and condolences to you and your family. Ms. Betty you will be truly missed!

I will miss Betty's smiling face and hugs on Sundays. She was always kind to Sam and me May God forever be with family and may you feel Jis love in days to come

Our hearts are so saddened to hear of Betty's passing. We had come to know her from our food pantry at our church, and she was always so sweet and wonderful to talk with. She will hold a special place in all of our hearts. Christy Moss New Covenant Church

Jamie & Corey and family. Know that you are in our hearts and prayers. Lizz Woods and family.

Jamie and Family, may your memories live forever within your hearts and bring comfort, peace, joy and laughter. May God richly bless you today and in the days to come, Lisa Michelle Simpson.