Verdell Brown Phillips

One of the greatest miracles known is the birth of a beautiful child. Verdell Phillips was born on January 1, 1931 as the first born to the late William Brown and Anna Mae Long. Presided in death Siblings Frank Long and Henry Long. She was educated in the Florida school system. Verdell has always showed an interest in helping others which showed her unselfish “HEART”.

Verdell met her Prince Charming which lead them to the alter of love. They exchanged their vows December 31, 1954. Right after marriage she was able to see the world. Traveling and residing in Arizona, California, Georgia and Kentucky during her husband’s military career. She was also known as one of the best homemakers a husband could ever dream of for a family. Verdell opened her home to a few working families to help with their Daycare needs. One of her closes friends opened up a Daycare without hesitation Verdell assisted her and enjoyed preparing the kids meals. Verdell had a passion for cooking for her family and friends. It was important that no one around her was ever hungry. Many times she would leave her family to help family members that were ill. If she could help someone out, she helped someone out. The giver that gave to anyone in need.

Verdell truly loved, admired and devoted her life to her husband and family. Verdell studied the Bible and dedicated her life as an ordained minister on June 15, 1996 as a Jehovah Witness. She enjoyed talking with family and friends about her wonderful environment that God promised for the future. Enjoying a life with a mate that loved and cherished her. She missed and loved her Honey dearly but always shared with us beautiful memories of their life. Verdell enjoyed being a homemaker, traveling and spending quality time with family especially her great-great grandchildren. She extended her kindness and love to all who cared for her. Verdell survived many health issues she was a fighter. The strength she carried was shown on down to the very end.

We are saddened and deeply heartbroken by her death. Family left in mourning Devoted Grandchildren: Edythe (Billy) Bowens, Shanae Oliver, Raelee Armstrong Devoted Sister: Edie Cartwright Sisters Joy Bryon, Cora Stewart and Peggy Brown Devoted Brother: James Long Brothers: Larry Long and Gary (Marlena) Long and Curtis Long. Children: Mary Phillips, Fite Phillips Jr and Andre Phillips. Grandchildren: Shawndu Phillips, Teishia Phillips, Keionte Phillips, Qourtnay Phillips, Andre White, Andrea DeJesus. Great Grandchildren: James Oliver, Ronald Armstrong, DeVon Rogers, Jabari Phillips, Jaiden Phillips, Havyn Phillips. Great-Great Grandchildren: Raevin Armstrong, Raein Armstrong, Queen Phillips, Jamari Gordon, Londynn Harrell, Ke’Von and Elena Rogers, Londynn Holt. A host of loving relatives, nieces, nephews, and friends.