Martha Phillips

1921 - 2023

Martha Phillips
July 3, 1921 - February 28, 2023
Charlotte, North Carolina - Martha Sue Phillips, 101, of Charlotte, North Carolina, went home to the Lord on February 28, 2023. Born July 3, 1921, in Stony Point, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late James Augustus and Euphia Milholland Hager.
Martha was one of a kind. She was loving, generous, and sassy! She loved to sing and recall memories of good times, especially with her grandchildren. They gave her such joy! Back in the day, Martha was quite a catch. She said her favorite hobby was dating, and she caught the right man!
Meticulous in everything she did, Martha had a servant's heart. Visiting those that needed company or comfort, she would take them food, a smile, and a prayer. Martha never knew a stranger. Her arms were open wide for anyone who wanted love. She demonstrated that love as a member of Jackson Park and Mulberry Baptist Church. Martha loved Jesus and shared her love for him with others. Wherever she met them.
Martha is survived by her son David Phillips, and wife Melissa of Waxhaw, NC; her daughter, Dawn Sears of Charlotte, NC; five grandchildren, Jessie David Phillips, Amanda Phillips and husband Bill Currie, and Brittany Keziah, Tommy and Sam Sears; two great-granddaughters, Scarlette Phillips and Kennedi Keziah.
In addition to her parents, Martha is preceded in death by her loving husband David of 47 years; her brothers Harry Hager and wife Ruth, Don Hager and wife Deane, and sister, Lucy Carico and husband Woodrow.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, at Evergreen Cemetery, located at 4426 Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28205.
We appreciate and express gratitude for the loving care that Martha received throughout the years. Dr. Murray Craven gave her attention and great care. Martha had a special bond with her dear friend and companion, Launiu Goode, who sang with her and read through the Bible with her twice. They had the voices of angels! We are grateful for Seini Draughn, who gave her tender, loving care with such grace. And we appreciate the kindness, care, and love she received from Rhonda Gordon, Janet Glover, Saundra Scott, Melba Tiffany, the folks at Hospice and Palliative of Charlotte, Cornerstone Caregiving, and so many others at Ofa's Private Home Care Services.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Martha's name to Mulberry Baptist Church. 6450 Tuckaseegee Rd. Charlotte, NC 28214 www.mulberrybaptist.org
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