Richard Lee Ricky' Phillips
June 17, 1944 ~ June 8, 2015
Carthage, NC
Richard “Ricky” Phillips, age 70 of Carthage died Monday, June 8, 2015 at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst.
Funeral services will be 3:00 PM Friday at Flint Hill Baptist Church conducted by the Rev. William Hancock. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service.The family will receive friends following the service in the fellowship hall.
A native of Guilford County he was a son of the late Vernon and Ella Mae Jordan Phillips. Ricky was baptized and grew up in Glendon Independent Christian Church, and attended Flint Hill Baptist Church for the last several years. He worked many years at Carthage Fabrics retiring as a supervisor.
He was an avid bird hunter and skeet shooter. He was an outstanding baseball pitcher while in school and always enjoyed sports. He played on the Moore County Senior Softball League, where the team won a state championship.
He is survived by: his wife Jennie Cockman Phillips; daughter Kris Hipp and husband Dean of Southern Pines; sons Craig Phillips and wife Angela of Pinehurst and Ken Phillips of Pinehurst; sister Kathy Brady and husband Charlie of Carthage; brothers Leon Phillips and wife Peggy of Carthage, Michael Phillips and wife Patty of Carthage; grandchildren Weston and Hunter Phillips, Katelyn and Austin Hipp.
Memorials may be made to: Flint Hill Baptist Church Missionary Fund, 963 Flint Hill Church Rd, Robbins, NC 27325.
Fry and Prickett Funeral Home is assisting the Phillips family.
Condolences: PinesFunerals.com
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I am so sorry for your loss. I worked for Ricky at Carthage Fabrics for years. I will always remember how much he loved to play softball. My husband, Ricky Seawell also worked with him. We pray that the Lord will comfort you today and in the weeks to come
I am so sorry to hear of Ricky’s passing. I knew him from Sr. softball and he was a joy to be around. He was always very encouraging and always had a positive attitude. My thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Connie (Deaton) Thomas
Love and prayers for you to feel God’s peace and love during your time of loss.
So sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep your family, in my prayers.
I am so glad I had the opportunity to meet Ricky. He was a great guy and had all the time in the world for you. His warm smile and laughter, friendly ways made you feel right at home with him; traits that must run in the family because Kathy is the same.
Jenny, I don’t know if you remember me but we were in the same graduating class at Carthage High. I am friends with Larry on FB. I just read the obituary of your husband and I want to send my condolences to you and your family. I learned that your husband
I have enjoyed Ricky and Jenny during the years at Moore County Farm Bureau. You have both been great friends, and I will miss Ricky, May God bless your family during this time.
Dear Jennie,
I was sorry to see Ricky’s death in the paper. I’m thinking of you and the family.
Love, Mrs. Blue
To: Ricky Phillips Family & friends, Sorry to hear the news. I only knew him a short time. I play softball on Pinehurst Seniors. I played on several 55+ teams before. I belong to Page Methodist Church in Aberdeen. We moved to NC in ’76(my parents & I) —
Please know Kris, I am thinking and praying for you and your family during this time and the loss of your father.
‘What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us.’ -Helen Keller
so sorry for your loss. im a relative on the Lineberry side of the family and saw his obit in the paper today. i pray the LORD will give your family peace during this difficult time
The family and friends of Mr. Phillips have my sincere condolences. Please find some comfort in knowing that God promises to bring an end to all pain and suffering. Even death will be no more. – Revelation 21:4
Jennie, Im so very sorry about yours and the kids loss. I know how much you loved Ricky . Thank goodness for your strong faith. Until you meet again., Love Vickie Wallace