Emmie Cottingham Grooms

Emmie Cottingham Grooms of Gibson, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend departed this life at the age of 70 on August 23, 2024.

Emmie was born January 12, 1954 in Scotland County, North Carolina, the adored daughter of the late Emerson Matthew Cottingham and the late Lula Adell Adams. Emmie worked as a deli manager for many years with Food Lion where she shared her love and talents of cake decorating.  She served as a faithful member of the Gibson United Methodist Church where she used her gift of music playing piano for her church. Emmie loved a good cup of coffee, watching her favorite stories on the television, and cake decorating. Supporting her grandchildren in their sporting events, and their memories shared were special to Emmie. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Emmie will be forever missed and remembered for her love of helping other, her sweet soul and big heart, and deep devotion to family and friends.

Left to cherish her memory are sons, Matthew Liles (Sheila) of Rockingham, Adam Liles (Ayanna McMillan) of Gibson, Grey Grooms of Wilmington; brother, Robert Cottingham of Gibson; grandchildren, Cassie Liles, Kailey Liles, Ragan Liles, Mattie Liles, and Neely Liles; along with a host of loving extended family and many friends.

Funeral services will be held 4:00 p.m. at the Gibson United Methodist Church on Sunday, August 25, 2024 with burial following in Pinecrest Cemetery.

Visitation with the family will be held prior to services on Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the church.

Donations in Emmie’s memory is requested to be given to the Gibson United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 271, Gibson, NC 28343.

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