Lydia Diane Rainwater, 73, of Hamlet, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Richmond County Hospice Haven, surrounded by her family.
Lydia was born July 12, 1950 in Richmond County, a daughter of the late Edward and Juanita White.
She spent most of her time working as a human resources manager for numerous retail companies. She was a member of Touch Of Grace Free Will Baptist Church where she attended while she was able to go.
She is preceded in death by her sisters, Edna Lee White and Jan Nichols.
She leaves behind her husband, Jerry “Eddie” Rainwater; children, Kristel Dawn McIntyre (Frank) of Rockingham, Robert Paul Wiggins Jr. of Belmont, Hollie Leigh Turner of Rockingham; grandchildren, the Rev. Zack Keuthan, Kailey Keuthan, Jordan McIntyre, Chloe Wiggins, Jessica McIntyre, Dylan McIntyre, Landon Turner, Nathan Turner, Maleigha Turner; nine great-grandchildren; brothers; Edward White III (Patsy) and Jeff White (Kathy); and her canine companion, Rami.
A celebration of life will be held on at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Abundant Life Church with the Rev. John Daniels and the Rev. Zack Keuthan officiating.
Family will receive friends following the celebration.
Carter Funeral Home is assisting the Rainwater family.
