Ralph (Little Man) A. Phillips, Jr., 91, a Navy Veteran of WWII died peacefully at home surrounded by family on November 12, 2016.
He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Marie H. Phillips of the home; his daughter, Marie H. Phillips of Southern Pines, son Mann Phillips and wife Libby of Scotland Neck, grandchildren Jamie Bearak and husband Michael, and Alston Phillips, both of Wilmington, nephews, Ralph Barnhill, Chuck and Guy Latham, a niece, Sally Latham and nephews, Bill Britt and wife, Marty and Tom Britt and wife, Karen.
He owned and operated Scotland Neck Furniture Company till his retirement. He was an active member of First Baptist Church Scotland Neck, a past Master of the Scotland Neck Masonic Lodge #689, an alumnus of UNC and an avid golfer.
A Graveside service will be held Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 11:00AM at the Baptist Cemetery in Scotland Neck.
The family will receive friends Monday, November 14, 2016 from 7:00-8:00PM at Letchworth Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Sylvan Heights Bird Park, 500 Sylvan Heights Park Way, Scotland Neck, NC 27874