Lela Guess Becoat Obituary
The world bids farewell to Lela Guess Becoat of Raleigh, North Carolina, departing on October 26, 2024 at the age of 88. Lela leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Lela leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She is survived by: her children, Stephanie Becoat of Knightdale, Deirdre Becoat Walker (Jeffrey) of Raleigh and Rufus "Buffy" S. Becoat, Jr. (Paulette V.); and her granddaughters, Brittany Becoat Norris and Alexandria Scruggs. She is also survived by other relatives and friends.
Viewing was held on Friday, November 8th 2024 from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the Lea Funeral Home (2500 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610). Visitation was held on Saturday, November 9th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the St. Paul AME Church (402 W Edenton St, Raleigh, NC 27601). A funeral service was held on Saturday, November 9th 2024 at 1:30 PM at the same location.