September 15, 2022, 94, Goldsboro –

Ressie Taylor Parrott, 94, went to her heavenly home Thursday, September 15, 2022, at UNC Health Wayne in Goldsboro.

A celebration of life service will be held at First Baptist Church in Kinston at 2600 Rouse Rd on Monday, September 19, 2022, at 7:00 pm.

Mrs. Parrott was born in Lenoir County on November 14, 1927, to the late Robert and Rosa Taylor. She was a dedicated member of Glen Raven Baptist Church in Kinston.

She is survived by two sons, Clifton Murphy and wife, Phyllis of Goldsboro, and Duane Parrott and wife, Pamela of Goldsboro; three grandchildren, Billie St. Marie, Christopher Murphy, and Beverly Grandy.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Parrott was preceded in death by her first husband, Bryan Murphy; her second husband, Roy Parrott; and several brothers and sisters.

The family is in the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory.