Essie Phillips's obituary , Passed away on October 4, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia

Essie Phillips

November 20, 1928 - October 4, 2025 (96 years old)

Atlanta, Georgia

Essie Phillips's obituary , Passed away on October 4, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Herschel Thornton Mortuary

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Essie Phillips

November 20, 1928 - October 4, 2025 (96 years old)

Atlanta, Georgia

Essie Phillips Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Essie Phillips (Atlanta, Georgia), whose life came to an end on October 4, 2025 at the age of 96, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Essie Phillips or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Essie shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Essie farewell, her loved ones carry with them the precious gift of her memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

Viewing will be held on Saturday, October 11th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Herschel Thornton Mortuary (3346 M. L. K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30331). A graveside service will be held on Sunday, October 12th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Asbury Cemetery (112 Asbury Rd, Temple, GA 30179).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Herschel Thornton Mortuary



Sat

Oct 11

Viewing

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Herschel Thornton Mortuary
3346 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30331

Sun

Oct 12

Graveside service

3:00 PM

Asbury Cemetery
112 Asbury Rd, Temple, GA 30179

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