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Adeline Phillips Obituary
Adeline Lipscomb Phillips, 84, formerly of Spartanburg, SC, died on March 3, 2011, at Bel-Aire Center Nursing Home in Newport, VT, after a lengthy illness.
She was born July 10, 1926, in Spartanburg, SC, to Thomas W. Lipscomb, Sr., and Lillie Fair (Sligh) Lipscomb. She graduated from Spartanburg High School in 1944 and Mary Black Hospital School of Nursing. Adeline worked as a nurse at the Mary Black Hospital and in the office of local cardiac doctors, Dr. Cohn & Dr. Williams, and surgeons, Dr. Hastings & Dr. Hague.
On June 10, 1950, she married Jones Erwin Phillips who predeceased her on January 22, 1981.
Adeline loved the members of the Second Presbyterian Church in Spartanburg and enjoyed volunteering for the many jobs that needed to be done in the community. She was always ready to help the sick and those who needed a caring hand.
She is survived by her daughter, Harriette Phillips-Hamblett, and her husband Doug of Newport, VT; her granddaughters, Natalie Phillips-Hamblett and her husband Mischa Redenbaugh of Seattle, WA; and Katherine Phillips-Hamblett of Philadelphia, PA. Adeline also leaves her siblings: Theresa Black of Spartanburg, SC; Mildred Steadman of Roebuck, SC; Merlyn Willard and her husband Stanley of Spartanburg; and Mervin Lipscomb and his wife Freda of Spartanburg as well as many nieces and nephews. Her brother, Thomas Lipscomb, Jr., predeceased her.
Funeral services will be held at a later date. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Second Presbyterian Church, Church St., Spartanburg, SC 29307 or to the charity of your choice. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.curtis-britch-converse-rushford.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, locally family owned and operated.
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Memories and Condolences
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Harriette Phillips-Hamblett
March 5, 2022
We miss you! But we are so glad that you don´t have to suffer anymore.
Harriette Phillips-Hamblett
April 23, 2011
For my dear mother on Easter.
Brandy Coggins
March 31, 2011
Harriette,
We are sad to hear of Miss Addy's passing... she was such a wonderful lady and neighbor. I'll never forget what a wonderful friend she was to my Grandmother Theo Coggins, and all her help with taking care of our loved ones when they were sick. She was part of the family, and our thoughts are with you and your family.
March 13, 2011
Dear Harriette & Family,
My family and I are so sorry for the loss of your dear, sweet Mother. We buried our beloved Robert (Bob) on March 7, 2011 and your Mother's obit was in the paper at the same time as his. We are grieving now as you are and we know that both of them are in a much better place.
Love to you and your family,
Jean Phillips and Family
Lindy Sargent
March 10, 2011
Dear Harriette,
I'm smiling thinking of your mother with her sweet, quiet voice sharing a kitty story or a funny comment. Bel Aire was blessed to have Miss Addy, and I'm lucky to have known her and to have shared that time in our parents' lives with you, laughing through it all. Yours, now in sympathy, with hugs.
March 10, 2011
To Harriette and family,
Your mother was lucky to have you for a daughter. You were a wonderful caregiver. I'm glad you were able to be with her at the end.
Faye and Rob Long
Pat Kilday
March 8, 2011
Harriette, Doug, Katie & Natlie so sorry for your loss. It was good you were able to be with her.
Mary Paull
March 7, 2011
Harriette ~ I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She and I were roommates for a couple of months at Bel-Aire and I can assure you ~ the BA staff were loving and caring of "Miss Addie." I just wish I could have known her in earlier times.
Geegee and Bryan
March 7, 2011
Harriette and family:
We were saddened to hear of your loss. It was wonderful that you were able to be with your mother as difficult as that must have been. Know that we are thinking about you and glad your mother is at peace.
Merv Lipscomb
March 6, 2011
Harriette, Doug,Katie, and Natalie
We Love you all, and wish the very best, for all.
We will miss, my sister and wish her God speed.
Remember, your home away from home, and the hot south.
Love you all !!
Merv, Freda, Erica and Sara
Petey Johnson
March 6, 2011
Harriette, it is good that you were able to be with your mom in her final days, just as you have always been there for her. I am sorry for the hurt you are feeling now. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Love, Petey
Tim Daley
March 6, 2011
Harriette, I'm happy for your mother and sorry for you. Your love and devotion to your mother has always been inspirational to me. She raised a great daughter. Thinking of you.
Lynn Berry
March 5, 2011
Harriet,Doug,Katie and Natalie,
It was a pleasure to be able to sing for your mom in her final days. Hold on to all the wonderful memories.
Thinking of you,
Lynn and Emily
Bev & Tim
March 5, 2011
Sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She has suffered long enough and can now find some peace. Your devotion to your mother and her care has made a difference in her life.
Irene
March 4, 2011
Harriette:
So very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Please know that you are in my prayers.
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