November 17, 2024, 69, Goldsboro —

“When our work here is completed and the life crown has been won, our troubles and trials will be over, all our sorrows will cease, and our voices will harmonize with the loved ones who have gone on before us in that land where we will never grow old.”

Marshell M. Becton, 69, of 1503 E. Elm St., passed away on Sunday at UNC Health Wayne.

She was born on March 13, 1955, in Wayne County to Deacon Levy Becton Sr. and Mother Harriett Sutton Becton.

Her life’s devotion, which was service to God and mankind, will be celebrated Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 12:00 Noon at Faith United Holy Church, 1603 S. Slocumb St., Goldsboro, NC, with Bishop Raveion Moses, officiating. Her mortal remains will be laid to rest in the Elmwood Cemetery. The family will assemble at the residence in preparation for the funeral cortege.

Ms. Becton will lie in repose at the church on Tuesday from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.

Arrangements are entrusted to Haskins Memorial Services.