Mary Alice Fipps McKeithan
December 17, 1936 ~ March 4, 2024
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ROCKY MOUNT – Mary Alice Fipps McKeithan, age 87, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024. Born in Columbus County, NC on December 17, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Otto Oscar Fipps, Sr. and Iva Mae Duncan Fipps. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Earl Emory McKeithan, Jr.; her sister, Iris Rose Fipps Thompson; and her brothers, Otto Oscar Fipps, Jr., Joseph Sylvon Fipps, and Wilton McLean Fipps.
A woman of great faith, Mary Alice was long time member of First Baptist Church of Rocky Mount. She retired from real estate as a realtor after over 30 years. Mary Alice enjoyed tending to her garden, cooking for family and friends, and especially loved raising her cats. In her younger years, she cherished visiting the Outer Banks with her husband, children, and grandchildren and was very fond of fishing. A dedicated and loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and dear friend to many, Mary Alice will be forever loved and deeply missed.
Mary Alice is survived by her daughters, Donna McKeithan Long (Edward), Leanne McKeithan Collart (William “Bill”), Susan McKeithan Alexander (Anthony Manzo), and Patricia McKeithan Taveras (David); her grandchildren, Eric Collart, Taylor Alexander, Joshua Collart, Jordan Payan, Storm Alexander, Justin Long, and Alexandra Fulmore; her great grandchildren, Easton Collart and Eman Haddad; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
A Graveside Service to celebrate Mary Alice’s life will be held on Monday, March 11, 2024, at 1:00 PM at Pleasant Hill Reform Baptist Church Cemetery, 473 Midway Drive, Whiteville, NC 28472. Visitation with the family will follow the graveside services at the cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mary Alice’s name to the American Cancer Society, 930 B Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834.
The family would especially like to thank the nurses and staff at Parkwood Village of Wilson for their care, compassion, and support throughout these difficult times.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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I am very sorry for your loss. May God provide the necessary peace and comfort of the family and friends of Mary McKeithan during this difficult time.
Please remember these words of encouragement from the Bible: Jehovah God said, “He will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry be anymore. The former things have passed away.”—- Revelation 21:15.
Also God says there will be a resurrection for both the righteous and the unrighteous. —Acts 24:15
The Bell Family
Condolences to her family and friends.❤️
To the family and friends of Mary Alice. It is with sincere sympathy that we extend our condolences for your loss. We pray that you will find healing, comfort and peace through our Lord Jesus Christ who loves you beyond measure!
Death is something we will all encounter and if we don’t make a decision now before we die, about giving our lives to Him, we will face serious consequences for rejecting Him and His love for us, after our departure from this world. Jesus paid a tremendous price for us by taking the wrath of God on the cross, on our behalf, for our sins and rebellion against God. God, being our Creator, sent Jesus, His Son, to lay down His life for us, so we would never have to face God’s eternal judgement once we leave this earth. Death is not the end for any of us. We will all live on, but where is determined by whether or not we surrender our lives to the Lordship of Jesus Christ who is the only way to God the Father and to our salvation from sin, death and destruction. Jesus is only a prayer away. A simple prayer like “Lord Jesus, I believe you are God’s Son who He sent to pay the price for my mistakes, sins, and rebellion against God. Please forgive me for all I have done in rebelling against you, Lord.
I now give and surrender my life to you and ask that you be my Lord and Savior. Thank you for saving me from God’s eternal judgement and allowing me to now be a part of you and your royal family forever. In your name, I pray. Amen. ” God bless you and keep you always during this hour of your grief. I pray you will realize that you’re never alone when you’re in Christ Jesus. His Word guarantees us He will never leave or forsake us.
I really loved working with Mary Alice!
Donna, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. She was quite a lady!
Bill and Leanne Collart
Beautiful sweet lady I had the pleasure of knowing her and her daughters. She also helped in me find my house that l bought and live in today. Prayers to all her family during this difficult time.🙏
What a wonderful, sweet and giving soul Mary Alice was! Our family loved her so much! She was definitely a blessing to everyone around her and who met her. Mary Alice, we look forward to the day we join you in heaven with our Lord and Savior. Our deepest condolences and prayers to her loved ones. ❤️🙏🏼 (Give Rita and my Mama hugs from us all here. ❤️🩹💕)
I am so sorry to hear about Mary Alice I had the privilege of getting to know her when her family moved to Statesville N,C I was very good friends with Donna and Leanne.I visited in their home almost every day.Mary Alice was a kind and loving person.She was easy to talk to,and always so welcoming She was a Mom I will always remember from my teenage years .A beautiful woman who raised a beautiful family Love to all of you!Cindy Cronce
What a sweet and kind lady! I know she will be missed sorely by all! My sympathy to the family for your loss!
Donna, I am so very sorry to hear about your mom. I pray God will give you strength as you face the future. I am praying for your family. Love and prayers,
Deena Lancaster
Reflecting on the beautiful memories of Mary Alice (aka Grandma), her kind love and wise demeanor will forever warm our hearts. Her faith-filled spirit and thoughtful nature were as delightful as the chocolate bars she gave to us grandchildren ever time we visited. The joyful moments spent making cookies embodied her nurturing essence, whilst playful times in the yard and with toy cars are cherished treasures that sparkle alongside her memory. She ascends to a new dwelling now, leaving an indelible mark of love behind.
You will always be loved and remembered.
Too the family and Susan.Donna.Leanne.Patricia
Sorry too here of your mom passing. I remember her well. Very sweet lady. I have not seen many of you for quite some time. I hope you are all doing well. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your families. Raven Owens
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
James and I are sorry to hear about the passing of Mary Alice. She was a dear friend and neighbor.
She and her family were always kind to our family. I have many fond memories of attending WMU meetings with her and working on mission projects. Mary Alice loved the Lord and her family. Please know that the family is in our thourghts and prayers