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     James Phillips was one of twenty children born to Mack and Susie Phillips. James was born in Cherokee County on February 23, 1906. He was a resident of High Point for 30 years.  He was a faithful member of First Emmanuel Baptist Church for 30 years.  Prior to retirement he was employed by B & W Frame Work Company.  In 1929 he was united in marriage to Bessie Curtis.  This 50 year union was blessed with seven children, twenty-three grandchildren, and twenty-two great grandchildren.

• Enjoys gardening
• Preferred walking, rather than riding to places
• Loved attending church
• Loved peppermint candy
• Loved coffee
• Never wore short sleeve shirts
• The first to provide nicknames to family
• Loved cutting grass, and taught many family members