Hathaway-Percy Funeral And Cremation Ser
Lynn Andrews
My sincere sympathy to Rita’s loved ones!
Birth date: Jan 6, 1952 Death date: Oct 6, 2020
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Rita Diane Reynolds McKeehan, age 68, of Elizabethton, TN passed away Tuesday, October 06, 2020 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late James Reynolds and Juanita Estep Reynolds. Rita was an active member of Powder Branch Baptist Church, where she started the WMU. She was a graduate of Unaka High School and Carson Newman College. After 31 years she retired from Happy Valley Elementary School as a second grade school Teacher. Rita enjoyed a cup of coffee in the mornings, loved to garden, and work in her flowers. She was a very crafty person; who loved to spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Rita enjoyed reading, and was working on finishing a novel.She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Terry McKeehan. Those left to cherish her memories include her daughter, Jamie Clara Bailey and fiancé William, of Elizabethton; step-son, Joey McKeehan, and wife Penny, of Elizabethton; three grandchildren, Jacob Bailey, Katelin McKeehan, and Zachary Hyder; sister, Nita Lash and husband John, of Virginia; two nephews, Nathan Lash, Scott Lash.A Funeral service for Rita Diane Reynolds McKeehan will be conducted at 6:30 P.M. on Thursday, October 08, 2020 in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral and Cremation Services with Rev. Gene Cornett officiating. Music will be under the direction of Scott Reynolds and Bobby McGee. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. prior to the funeral service on Thursday. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 12:00 P.M. on Friday, October 09, 2020 at McKeehan Cemetery in Johnson City, TN. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearer will be Gary Townsend. Everyone will meet at the cemetery at 11:50 A.M. on Friday for the graveside service. In lieu of flowers to those who desire memorials may be made to Powder Branch Baptist Church W.M.U., 1710 Powder Branch Road, Johnson City, TN 37601.Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Carter County and Washington County are mandating that all citizens who live in or visit the counties wear masks in public. In keeping in accordance with this mandate, all visitors to the funeral home and/or the graveside are required to wear a mask or facial covering and observe social distancing recommendations.Read Obituary
My sincere sympathy to Rita’s loved ones!
Rita was my roommate at Warren Wilson College. She was the most loving, caring, and thoughtful person during our time there. We developed a friendship and I have never forgotten her. She had the warmest smile that made you just want to hug her. She never judged, just accepted. I am so sorry to hear she passed away. My condolences to those she left behind.
Leslie Sayyar
Dear McKeehan family
I wanted to offer my deepest sympathies to the loss of your loved one, Rita. I have known Rita in college and remember her fondly as a generous, loving and caring person. she cared deeply about people and saw nothing but the good in them. she was tolerant and accepting of all, and never wished harm on anyone. she was loved and respected by those who knew her and left a lasting impression with those she interacted with. I know she is resting in peace and among the angels. May her soul forever be in peace.
I will forever know Rita as Mrs Mckeehan as I had her as my second grade teacher. She was one of the most loving and caring people I know. I was blessed to have such a great lady as a teacher and a family friend. Although it’s been a long time since I had seen her I know she was still that sweet caring person up to her last breathe. She will be greatly missed here on earth but I know she will be waiting for us in Heaven. Lots of prayers and love for her children, grandchildren, and the rest of the family. May God comfort you in the days to come! Lots of love Amber, TJ, and Tristin Oxendine
James I'm so sorry Rita has passed so young, it's hard to lose your parents but she didn't die alone with you n God by her side, Cootie was waiting with that big grin on his face being impatient as he was. I loved you all dearly and still miss your dad to this day
God bless you & Jacob
Sincerely yours
Michael M.O.
I enjoyed teaching with Rita. She always had a smile. Talked to her for a long while at Walmart about two years ago. I know she loved her children and grandchildren. I am sure you have many wonderful memories to treasure. Praying God sends peace and comfort to each .