Franklin Phipps Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Franklin Phipps of Sparta, North Carolina, who passed away on April 23, 2026, at the age of 60, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Franklin Phipps to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Arnold Franklin and Patsy Ann Mann Phipps; and his sisters, June Phipps and Cindy Alphin. He is survived by: his fiancée Joy Maines; his sons, Randall Phipps of Crumpler, NC and Anthony Phipps of Jefferson, NC; his stepchildren, Alyssia Maines of Independence, VA and Hayden Maines of Glade Valley, NC; his siblings, Glen Phipps (Leann) of Sparta, NC, Jimmy Phipps (Mary) of Yadkinville, NC, Brian Phipps of Boone, NC, Frankie Phipps of Michigan, Johnny Phipps of Michigan, Bessie Sanders of Sparta, NC and Missy Richards (Dustin) of Taylorsville, NC; and his grandchildren, Michael, Lilly, Randall, Mackenzie, Tayte and Steven. He is also survived by four great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, extended family.
Visitation was held on Saturday, May 2nd 2026 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Faith Baptist Church (343 Hilltop Dr, Independence, VA 24343). A memorial service was held on Saturday, May 2nd 2026 at 4:00 PM at the same location.
