[Funeral Program for Emma Jean Phillips, February 10, 2007] Page: 2 of 3
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OBITUARY
Emma J. Phillips was born on May 10, 1943 in San Antonio
Texas. She was the first born to Joe Eddie Henry and Ora Mae
Greenwood Henry.
Emma confessed and gave her life to Christ at an early age.
She united with Wheatley Heights Baptist Church under the
late Pastor Eddie Cunningham where she sang in the youth
choir.
Emma graduated from St. Peter Claver high school and
enrolled in a cosmetology class at Hicks Beauty College. She
worked as a licensed beautician for many years until she moved
to San Francisco, California. In 1990 she moved back to San
Antonio and became employed with the City of San Antonio,
where she met and married Ben Phillips. She continued her
employment until her health prevented her from working. She
spent the many years battling with health problems until the
Lord decided her battle was over and called her home.
THE PEARLY GATES OPENED FOR THE ENTRANCE OF ONE
OF GOD'S CHILDREN
Emma J. (Titty) Phillips departed this life on February 4, 2007.
She leaves to mourn her loving family: Mother - Ora Mae
Johnson, Sisters - Barbara A. McGarity (Turner Sr.), Gloria
Dixon Bennett (Vincent), Step-Daughters - Ava Conner
(Chauncey), Ericka Phillips, Grandson - Yoseff Brooks,
Nephews - Turner McGarity Jr. (Jolene), Tim Dancy III,
Terrance Dancy, One Niece - Tanice N. McGarity, Three Great
Nephews, Four Great Nieces, and a host of Uncles, Aunts,
Cousins and Friends.
When Tomorrow Starts Without Me
When tomorrow starts without me, and I'm not there to see;
If the sun should rise and find your eyes, all filled with tears for me;
I wish so much you wouldn't cry, the way you did today,
while thinking of the many things, we didn't get to say,
I know how much you love me, as much as I love you,
and each time that you think of me, I know you'll miss me too;
But when tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand,
that an angel came and called my name, and took me by the hand, and said
my place was ready, in heaven far above,
and that I'd have to leave behind, all those I dearly love.
But as I turned to walk away, a tear fell from my eye,
for all life, I'd always thought, I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for, so much yet to do,
it seemed almost impossible, that I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad,
I thought of all the love we shared, and all the fun we had.
If I could relive yesterday, just even for awhile,
I'd say goodbye and kiss you and maybe see you smile.
But then I fully realized, that this could never be,
for emptiness and memories, would take the place of me.
And when I thought of worldly things, I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did, my heart was filled with sorrow.
But when I walked through heaven's gates, I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me, from His great golden throne,
He said, "This is eternity, and all I've promised you"
Today for life on earth is past, but here it starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last,
and since each day's the same day, there's no longing for the past.
But you have been so faithful, so trusting and so true.
Though there were times you did some things, you knew you shouldn't do.
But you have been forgiven and now at last you're free.
So won't you take my hand and share my life with me?
So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me, I'm right here, in your heart.
Order of Service
Musical Prelude Musicians
Processional Ministers and Family
Scripture
Old Testament Minister Vincent Bennett
New Testament Minister Anthony Bennett
Prayer Minister Anthony Bennett
Solo Rev. R. Hicks
Remarks (2 minute limit, please)
Musical Melody (Obituary read silently)
Solo Leola Hill
Eulogy Pastor Steven R. Owens, Sr.
Parting View (Please follow ushers' instructions)
Recessional
Acknowledgment
We the family of Emma J. Phillips are grateful to almighty God
for blessing us with loved ones and friends who have given their
time, support, strength, and encouragement through cards,
flowers, food, and visits. But most of all, we are so thankful for
your prayers, for they have truly sustained us during these hours
of sorrow.
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