“Barba-Loo”
I’m going to miss you, like right now as I write this note. I’ll miss your beautiful smile that let me know you’re alright. From you taking care of me as if I was your daughter. You always spoiled me...you were my second mom! There was nothing that you wouldn’t do for me or your family. I will always miss your cooking and helping with reading the Bible. My life will be so empty without you in it. I love you so much and I’ll always will! But I know that I have to be alright because God has us, I will always love and cherish your memories.
Together Again
Love Always, Your Baby Sister, Joann
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Auntie
Thanks Tee, for always being there for our family. For always showing us tough love. I thank God for putting you in my life. You have taught me so much. I thank God for our last conversation; you called me at 3:00am on January 30th, to tell me that you loved me and that it was time. I didn’t want to hear that, I asked you what I would do without you and you said, “I would be just fine. Just rememeber what I taught you and to take care of Joann as much as you can.” You told me that you were getting out the way and to depend on God. He will take care of me. Tee, I’ll alwyas love you and you will truly be missed by your family. Love Your Niece, Pam
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s. Barbara Ann Phillips was born November 6, 1946, to the late Frank E. Phillips and Mary Ann Phillips. She departed this life on February 20, 2022. Ms. Barbara was a graduate of Melrose High School, class of 1964. She later became a professional beautician for many years. After attending Business school, she entered into the employ of Memphis Leadership Foundation and the Neighborhood Christian Centers, Inc., which she retired in 2015. Barbara Phillips joined our NCC family in 2000 and faithfully served for 16 years. For 14 of those years, she served as the Administrative Assistant to Ephie Johnson and as the Receptionist for Scott St.; her last two years on staff. We were blessed to observe firsthand what it means to “Love thy neighbor as thyself” through her outpouring and service. Ms. Barbara’s love for Jesus Christ, her passion for God’s Word (Bible Bowl Champ at her church), preparing delicious meals for those in need, and her commitment to fulfilling God’s purpose for her life will forever stand out in our hearts. Ms. Barbara accepted the Advent message in 1981 under a tent on Park Avenue. She remained a faithful member of Breath of Life Seventh Day Adventist Church. She served in many different capacities, Sabbath School teacher, Usher, Community Service team leader, Bible Bowl coach and member, Religious Liberty Secretary, Church Clerk, Choir member, and Hospitality Co-worker. The Cross intensified her love for her family members and those around her. Ms. Barbara leaves to cherish her memory two special men in her life, Jordan Eleazar Stephano Phillips and Michael Andrew Phillips, also her two sisters, Marilyn Brown (Herbert), Brenda Sanders (David); her two brothers, Frank Phillips (Linda), Clarence Phil- lips; her nieces, Pamela Kirby (Christopher), Debbie Williams, Brenda Lurry, Sondra Phillips; her nephews, Tony Williams, (Bonnie), Daryl Greenwood (Fannietra), Antonio Phillips (Tobie), Nathanial Phillips, Frank Phillips II, Jonathan Phillips, and numerous of other relatives and friends. Three spiritual sisters, Goldie Harrell, Betty Bryant, and Joyce Boyce, and one spiritual brother, Joe Bryant. Special young ladies Rebekah Jackson and Marshondra Dorsey. Friends along the way of life, Jean Miller, Pamela Cox, Kedra Jones, Renee Crayton, Joeann Ballard. Ephie Johnson and Tammy McKuhn. “I have come to understand that life’s Deepest purpose can be found in relationships. As it is our connection with God; Our family and friends Also provide us with lasting joy.”
Order of Celebration
C ELEBRATION
Saturday, March 5, 2022 2:30 P.M.
Breath of Life Seventh Day Adventist Church 5665 Knight Arnold Road • Memphis, Tennessee 38115
Pastor Nathaniel H. Drew Officiating
Prelude Processional.................................................................................................Clergy & Family Musical Selection...................................................................................................BOL Choir “I Was Created To Worship”
Scripture Readings: Old Testament: Isaiah 41:10.......................................................Elder Tyron Jackson New Testament: Romans 15:13....................................................Elder Aubrey Harris Prayer of Comfort...........................................................................Pastor Nathaniel H. Drew Musical Selection.................................................................................Pastor Fredrick Smith “Amazing Grace”
Words of Comfort.................................................................................Elder Gregory Mobley Musical Selection.............................................................................................Ephie Johnson “God Provides”
Expressions of Love (Respectfully, Two Minutes Please)
Brother Joe Bryant Sis. Laura Jones Family Musical Selection.............................................................................................Frank Phillips “Sovereign”
Acknowledgements........................................................................................Melissa St. Ange Musical Selction...................................................................................Pastor Fredrick Smith “It Is Well With My Soul”
Eulogy..............................................................Pastor Dana Edmond & Pastor Nelson Stokes Recessional...........................................................................................................BOL Choir “Rise Up & Walk”
~Acknowledgements ~
The Family of Barbara Ann Phillips is so grateful for all the love and support you have shown us during our time of bereavement. Your calls, visits, cards, and prayers have been a significant source of strength for our family; we are truly humbled and blessed. Thank You, and may God bless each of you.
The Family
~Active Pallbearers~Frank Phillips, II
Jordan Phillips Michael Phillips Jonathan Phillips Eddie Phillips
Quinton Redmon Curtis Redmon Martavious Stevenson
~Interment ~
Monday, March 7, 2022 • 10:00 A.M. Memphis Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens 3700 N. Germantown Parkway Bartlett, TN 38135
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