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Eugene Phipps Obituary
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Charlotte - Mr. Phipps, 64, of Charlotte, NC died Friday, October 28, 2011 at his home surrounded by family after a battle with cancer. Born August 19, 1947 in Rocky Mount, NC, he was the son of the late Roy Mangum Phipps Sr. and Eugenia Hardy Phipps. He attended college at The University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, where he was a member of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity and Varsity Golf team. He attended graduate school at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he received a Masters in Business Administration.
Mr. Phipps started his career in real estate development at Sea Pines in Hilton Head Island, SC. After moving to Charlotte, NC, he began a 22-year career with Bank of America overseeing multiple divisions. He retired in 2001 and spent much of his time volunteering and advising non-profit organizations. He chaired the Board of Directors at Sharon Towers, served as a board member of The Family Center, and was an avid supporter of Carolina Breast Friends. He also was an elder and committee member of Covenant Presbyterian Church. He loved the game of golf and enjoyed playing rounds with his sons at Charlotte Country Club.
Gene was blessed with many wonderful friends throughout his life, whom he cherished as family. He truly enjoyed spending time with all of them during vacations, weekends at Lake Norman, and in the mountains of North Carolina. His honest opinion and advice were often sought by colleagues, and his friends will always remember his clever wit and laughter. We are grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers and support from these individuals over the past year.
Gene is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 38 years, Pam, and their two sons: David Phipps and his wife Katie of Greenville, SC; Michael Phipps and his wife Lauren of Hong Kong. He is also survived by one grandson, Wyatt Phipps, brother Roy Phipps Jr. and his wife Betty K., mother-in-law Jane Perkins, and sister-in-law Patricia Perkins.
A service to celebrate his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1000 East Morehead St. with a reception following. The family will also receive friends on Tuesday evening, November 1 from 6:30-8:00 at Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service, 1111 East Boulevard, Charlotte. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1000 East Morehead St., Charlotte, NC 28204, Sharon Towers, 5100 Sharon Rd., Charlotte, NC 28211, or Carolina Breast Friends, 1607 East Morehead St. Charlotte, NC 28207. Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service; please share condolences online at www.hankinswhittington.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Phipps
November 11, 2011
Pam - The service for Gene was a wonderful tribute and testimony to his love of family, God, and community. Love to you and the boys and the whole family! Anne and John
Bill Strandberg
November 3, 2011
Gene was my next door neighbor in Rocky Mount as I was growing up and he was a great person. My deepest condolences to Pam and the rest of his family.
Steve Woodard
November 1, 2011
Pam, David, Michael, Katie and Lauren
Our hearts are truly heavy with the news regarding Gene. May you always cherish the fond memories of a wonderful husband and father and may they bring you peace in the days ahead.
Our deepest sympathy,
Steve and Mary Beth Woodard
November 1, 2011
To the Phipps Family:
I had the pleasure of meeting Gene back in 1989 at what was NCNB. He was such a gentleman and I came to admire his business sense as well as his caring manner. He was a role model to many. My thoughts are with you. He gave you every reason to be proud! Sincerely, Cathy Schuver
Chris & Sherry Ebel
November 1, 2011
We were very lucky to know Gene and Pam and have been blessed by their friendship and leadership. Gene will be missed dearly, but his memory will forever be linked the Pink House. Pam, David and Michael and your families are in our prayers.
Austin Sale
October 31, 2011
Michael,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I will always cherish the good times shared together at PD over the years. You and your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dottie Stowe
October 31, 2011
Pam, David, Michael and Family -
We were so sorry to hear of Gene's passing on Friday. We had no idea he was so critically ill until recently.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dick, Dottie, Justin, and Ashley Stowe
Erin Hinson Banker
October 31, 2011
Michael Pam,David and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your father will truly be missed.
Erin Hinson Banker
October 31, 2011
Pam:
Gene was a special person who I came to admire many years ago when we both served on the Board of the Family Center. I enjoyed so much playing golf with him on many occasions mostly at CCC but also on a special weekend several years ago at Bald Head Island. He was a caring and courageous man who all that knew him will greatly miss. Missy and my thoughts and condolences go out to you and your family. Best, Doug Anderson
Amy Trogdon
October 30, 2011
Pam, David, Michael, and family- You have all my prayers. The loss is great but the memories are with us forever. One of my favorite is of Gene with a grin on his face and a gleam in his eye. All my love,Amy
Frank Kelly
October 30, 2011
Dear Pam...please know that Lawson and I are thinking of you and your family. I admired so much Geno's courage during this past year. His attitude and your support were simply incredible. We love you and I will plan to see you Wednesday. Lawson and Frank
October 30, 2011
Pam--Our nephew, Stewart forwarded us Gene's obituary. We are so sorry to hear of Gene's passing. Haven't seen you guys since the old Sea Pines days, but knew Stewart and David were friends. Apropos of Gene's many talents, Barbara and I just got off the golf course. The entire Phipps family is in our prayers. Bob and Barbara Moore
Compton Kenn
October 30, 2011
Pam, I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
October 30, 2011
To Pam and Family - I am so sorry to hear about Gene. I didn't know what you were going through and wish I could have offered more support. My prayers are with you. Peace.
Sharon Vaughn (CBF)
Catherine Bracey
October 30, 2011
Pam, David, and Michael,
Stan and I send our love and heartfelt sympathy to each one of you. I considered Gene a mentor. I was his vice chair on a committee and he took the time to teach me as he led. He was always there with gentle coaching advise when I needed it.
Gene always beamed when I asked for updates on you guys. May your hearts always carry Gene's love for each of you.
With deep sympathy,
October 30, 2011
Dear Pam, We send you our love and sympathy in your loss. We know you will miss Gene everyday. We hope the wonderful memories of all the great times with Gene and family will sustain you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you and your family.
Love,
Mallery and Charlie
October 30, 2011
Dear Pam,
I did not know the struggle you and Gene had been through the last year until yesterday. My sincerest sympathy goes out to you and your family today. May your days ahead be filled with hope and comfort.
Sincerely,
Terri Ray (CBF volunteer)
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