Raymond Thomas "Tommy" Phillips, age 80, of Lumberton, passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at Southeastern Regional Medical Center in Lumberton. He was born September 16, 1937 in Robeson County to the late Raymond Phillips and the late Virginia Britt Phillips. He was a veteran of the US Army and was later employed as a maintenance supervisor.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one brother, Jackie Phillips, and one sister, Faye P. Brown.
Mr. Phillips is survived by his wife of 58 years, Carolyn S. Phillips of the home; his son, Johnnie Carroll Phillips (Kathy); two grandchildren: John Shannon Phillips and Thomas Michael Phillips (Jerri); six great-grandchildren: Austin, Madison, Kristina, Christopher, K'Anna, and Sara; three sisters: Peggy P. Britt (Barry), Gloria P. Tyner (Kenny), and Dale P. Johnson (Danny), all of Lumberton; and three special nephews: Shane, Danny, and Tommy.
The family will receive friends on Friday, April 27, 2018, from 6:00-8:00 PM at the family home at 91 Beulah Church Road in Lumberton.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2018, at 3:00 PM at Floyd Memorial Chapel with Rev. Larry Davis and Rev. Johnny Bruce officiating. Burial will follow at Floyd Memory Gardens in Lumberton. Following the burial, the family will also visit briefly with friends and loved ones at the graveside.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.