Virginia Bernadette Greeno Bryant Westcott Lappie, 84 of Morganton, NC passed away, Friday, December 8, 2023. Born on April 28, 1939, she was the daughter to the late Edgar and Bernadette Greeno. She enjoyed watching TV, reading, and dancing. Virginia loved having her grandchildren visit and taking them to IHOP and Disney. She loved her family very much.
Virginia is survived by her children, Dawn Perry, Amy Bryant, Holly Rios (Jorge), Denise Hill, Frank Westcott, Doug Westcott, Cheryl Fitzgerald, Debbie Goodnow; grandchildren, Angela, Nichole, Joshua, Daniel, Kathlene, Katie, Jimmy, Kacey, Alan, Ryan, Michael, Brooke, Anthony, Stephanie, Samantha, Thomas, Douglas, Jimmy, Karen, Laurie, Tina, Matt, Ann, Jeanie, Christopher, Michael, Michael, Billy Jean, Eddie; 41 great-grandchildren and 6 great great-grandchildren; siblings, Edgar & Sandy Greeno, Ann Disorda, Ronald Greeno , and Steven Greeno.
In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her first husband, Don Allen Bryant, second husband, Author William Westcott, third husband, Donald Leroy Lappie; children, Carl Leslie Bryant, John “Chuck” Westcott, Beth Pamela Walden, Julie Teresa Fandino; grandchildren, Billy, Jennifer, Krystle, Kyle; sister; Pamela Westcott, a brother-in-law; Al Disorda, and a sister-in-law; Linda Greeno.
There are no services planned at this time.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Aunt Ginny showed me how to watch the clouds change and see pictures in them when I was a little girl. She was energetic, strong, and witty. I always thought fondly of her. She was there for me at a couple of times in my life when it meant so much and I will be forever grateful for her. Although we lived across the country, she had an impact in my life. A song has been on my mind since she passed away, the lyrics from Billy Joel, “So, Come on Virginia, Show me a Sign. Send up a signal, I’ll throw you a line”. I’ll be looking for your messages and signs. I believe you have a place in Heaven and will help be a bridge for our family in a spiritual sense. My condolences and prayers are with all of your loved ones.
Thank you for allowing me to enjoy her! She was a blessing and she had the best smile! She will be deeply missed.
It’s been three days now and I’m still crying my eyes out. I know you must’ve had a glorious reunion with those that received you in your ever after kingdom. You’ve always been such a firecracker. Your smart alloc jokes are so missed. Even while on hospice and even after becoming bed ridden you still found a way to brighten our days. We miss you more than you could imagine. I love always and all ways! XOXO
You were such a blessing to us all. You knew no boundaries on your love. You shared your home, heart and soul with everyone. You are missed already and will be for many many years to come. You are no longer in pain and have been reunited with your loved ones and our Holy Father. I will forever remember you and love you. Thank you for everything you did for me. I know you were immediately awarded wings and will continue to watch out for us all. I love you Ginny!
Mom I am going to miss you. You always had a smile for your kids. Loved your grandchildren. You were a strong woman. I love you mom.
You are all in our hearts and prayers!
Aunt Ginny was a sweet funny little lady. Loud and just precious! She always called me her Reni rain or sweetie petie! I will miss that and her so much. She was a beautiful human!