Ethel Minerva Johnson McCoy

December 25, 2020

CHARLOTTE – Ethel Minerva Johnson McCoy, 98, passed away surrounded by her beloved family early Christmas morning on Friday, December 25, 2020. Minerva was born on July 18, 1922 in Columbia, SC.  She was the third of four daughters to her late parents, Annie Dorah Jackson and Jesse Arthur Johnson.  “Minerva,” like the Roman Goddess for whom she was named, was a champion and protector of her family including husband, Walter B, her children Cheryl and Walter, and grandchildren Tabitha and Alexander.

Anyone who knew Minerva was aware of her unconditional love and support for her family.  Since 1956 her family and friends admired her relentless pursuit of the latest medical advances in the treatment for juvenile diabetes on behalf of her son, Walter.

Minerva was also an extraordinary gardener who devoted much of her time to her finely manicured yard and exquisite flower beds.

Minerva was predeceased by her husband, Walter B. McCoy and son, Walter.  She was also predeceased by her sisters and their husbands, Litia (Wayne), Thelma (L.H.) and Jesse (Billy) along with three nephews, Hank, Don and Derek.  Minerva was also preceded in death by her close friend of over sixty years, Nancy Lee Haynes.

Minverva is survived by her daughter, Cheryl McLawhorn and her husband, Thomas; two beloved grandchildren of whom she was enormously proud, Tabitha and her husband, Brett and Alexander and his wife, Anne; six cherished great-grandchildren, Camden, Anson, Bobby, Nell, Lyla, and Beau. She is also survived by her sister- in-law, Mary Jane McCoy and treasured nieces and nephews.

Minerva’s family is grateful to the staff of Asbury Health and Rehabilitation Center at Aldersgate for the dignity, respect, infinite kindnesses and devoted care they provided throughout her joyfully lived final years.

A private memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 7, 2020 at Covenant Presbyterian Church.  Due to the current pandemic the family invites friends and extended family to join them online at https://www.covenantpresby.org/live, https://www.facebook.com/CovenantPresby/, or https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcdj06KSdA_og1uEl9O-sGQ/featured

In lieu of flowers Minerva’s family requests that all memorials be sent to: Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1000 East Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28204. 

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.

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  • Deanna Cignetti

    I was very sorry to hear of Aunt Minerva’s passing. She was always very kind to me. I do remember visiting her when she was in Columbia. I do remember her lovely gardens. Again, I send my sympathy on Aunt Minerva’s passing

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  • Jane H. Taylor

    A beautiful service your mother's life of love, hope and faith.
    Love in Christ,
    Jane H. Taylor

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  • Deb and Tom Galin

    We lived by our sweet former neighbor for 30+ years.I so enjoyed our many talks at the fence about flowers, trees and just life in general. Tom and I missed her so when she moved to Charlotte to be closer to her devoted daughter, Cheryl. What a true testament of a good person. She will be missed.

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