Edith Virginia Britt Costin

Edith Virginia Britt Costin, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away on September 27, 2025.  She was born on October 18, 1928, in Wayne County, to the late Charlie Livingston Britt and Lillie Mae Capps Britt of Mount Olive, NC. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, William J. Costin, Sr., with whom she shared 58 wonderful years of marriage.
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A dedicated member of the Warsaw United Methodist Church, Edith actively participated in the United Methodist Women and served as a circle chairperson. She was also a Sunday School teacher and the church historian. Edith helped to start the Warsaw 4-H Club and served as a leader for many years.  She was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9810 Warsaw Auxiliary where she held the role of president for several years. An avid reader and passionate bridge player, she found joy in these pastimes for as long as she was able. She also loved spending time with her family at Topsail Beach. Edith was an exceptional cook, with her family especially cherishing her famous rice soup and chicken and pastry. Her love for sharing memories led her to publish a book of memoirs which is now a treasured keepsake for her family.
In addition to her husband and parents, Edith was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Jeanie Carol Costin; grandson, Robert Costin; brothers, Charlie Britt Jr., Carroll Britt, Willie Britt, Jim Britt, and Ruffin Britt; and sisters, Hazel Wiggins, Fannie Jackson, and Ruth Daniels. 
She is survived by her children: William J. Costin, Jr. and wife Kathy; Gail Costin; Angela Hines and husband David; Wanda Ponton and husband Charlie; and Lori Smith and husband Scotty. She leaves behind cherished grandchildren: Rebekah Roth and husband Laurence, Virginia Wheeler and husband Mike, Samantha Hines, Noah Ponton, and Caleb Ponton; as well as great-grandchildren Lucas Wheeler, Jack Wheeler, Ellie Roth, and Libby Roth. She is also survived by her brother, Cedric Britt; sister-in-law, Kathryn Gardner; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
Edith was a kind, caring, and remarkable woman who touched the lives of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and forever held in the hearts of her family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Warsaw United Methodist Church. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary, with a graveside service immediately following  at Pinecrest Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Warsaw United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 422, Warsaw, NC 28398 or to a charity meaningful to you.

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