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Obituary For Eva Massey
Eva Joyce Massey, 85, of High Point, NC, departed this earthly dwelling and took her rest with the Lord on October 2, 2023. She was born in High Point, NC on November 8, 1937, to the late Charlie Massey and Annie Stewart Massey. She was also preceded in death by two daughters, Denise Massey and Cynthia Massey; two brothers, Arthur Stewart and James Hope.
Eva attended William Penn High School, graduating with honors in the Class of 1956. She also received high recognition for singing in the school choir. Additionally, Eva spent a tremendous amount of time planning the William Penn Class of 1956 Reunion. She kept close relationships with all of her classmates, and she was the person who everyone depended on to keep the classmates connected and informed.
Eva loved people and lived her life working with the public. This was highlighted during her many years of working at K-Mart on North Main Street.
She was raised in First Emmanuel Baptist Church where her mother and father were founding members. She served on various missionary circles, the choir, the usher board, and in many activities at the church. She faithfully attended services throughout the majority of her life until her declining health. Eva was a woman full of love, life, and laughter. She made sure to let her light shine wherever she went. During the last five years of her life, she lost her mobility, but she never lost her faith in God. She kept running her spiritual race.
The family lives on with comfort in knowing that she is now in a better place, and that she is free from pain and sorrow.
Eva is survived by her children to cherish her memories, daughter, Deborah Hamilton (Gus) of Desoto, Texas; son, James Massey (Diane) of Chattanooga, Tennessee; grandchildren, Denise Crockran, Brian Crockran, Nina Massey, James Massey, Jr. of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Dr. Alexus Hamilton of Puyallup, Washington and Olivia Hamilton of Minneapolis, Minnesota; and a host of cousins and close family friends who will miss her dearly.
Funeral service will be held Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at First Emmanuel Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Guil-Rand Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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We, The Massey Family, thank you all for your love, biggg hugs, support, kind words, gifts, flowers, and prayers. We so appreciate all my mom's friends and her 1956 classmates. Thank you all for everything.
We thank all of those who offered her a ride. When you were giving her a lift you were also lifting her spirits.
My mom asked for only a few things: her newspaper, a Pepsi, chocolates and chicken. We thank you, if you shared those. She, in turn, shared most of these with others.
We truly thank all at First Emmanuel Baptist Church and Rev. Ray Campbell. My mom's foundation started at this church, her beliefs were sustained because of the church, and the homegoing celebration Sunday was so special at the church.
My mom struggled for many years with her mobility. We know though now that she is running and shouting all over heaven. We, the family, are comforted in knowing she's in His loving arms and is singing her songs of praise.
We lastly, give praises to our God and for all of His goodness! We know it was He who was carrying her all along the way!!!
Lovingly,
The Massey Family
James, Deborah, and Family β We extend our sincere condolences to each of you. Eva was a special person who is now in a place of perfect peace. Our prayers are with you. The Tyson (former neighbors) and Jett family.
To Deborah( Doopy ) That's what you were called And James . The Williams Family send our Condolence. Our Mom Ida Mae your, Grandmother Ms. Annie Your Grandfather, Mr Charlie were life long friends from Leonard Street when we were neighbors.She spoke highly of you and your Families. Eva will be sorely missed she was a smart and wise woman. Prayers to you from Debbie Carolina that's what I was called. The Williams Family Debra, Kimberly and Jeffrey.
To Debra and the Massey family, our prayers and condolences are with you and the family, may God Bless you all. Thomas and Marie Marks! We loved Eve but God loved her Bestβ€οΈ
Hello, Family:
To God We Give The Glory and Honor for sharing the life of Eva Massey with us. Eva was our Big Brother Charles O. Johnson, Sr. William HS Class of 1956 Honorable Classmate. Eva was a Diva and Leader for many. Eva was a Historian and Humanitarian to the finest. Eva was our Big Sister and Mother to so many. Eva led by example. Eva loved people. Eva was a smart, well-educated, Woman of God who gave so unselfishly. We loved and respected Eva. Look up Family and Trust God to keep you. God's Blessings on all! Love and Prayers!!!
Rev., Dr. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green and The Johnson/Tyson Family
Sending Condolences to the family of Ms Massey..Ms Eva was my Neighbor when she lived in Daniel Brooks ..She loved my kid's and My kid's loved her. RIP Ms Eva Stacy , Tina and Brian Ms .Cynthia Walden
To Debra and James: This just took me back to our childhood days when your Grandmother was our childcare provider in the afternoons. Oh the memories of the fun we had at your house that I think I stayed at more than my own! Your mom was such a sweet person and treated me like one of her own. Please know that my heart is with you both and your family during this time. My God hold you in His care and love on you the way I received love from your family. Elaine Alexander
My sincere condolences to Debra and the Massey family. May God comfort you all during this difficult time. Prayers and blessings! A. Vincent Allen, Washington, DC
Sending my sincere Condolences to the Massey family in this difficult time. Eva was my buddy ol pal. You talking about a Trooper now That She Was Fo Sho!!! After all she went through I never heard her complain. I truly admired her strength!! She and I would carry on something terrible when I would take her home from church. I don't know who talked the most junk me or her. She was a gem to me and my grandson TeeBone whom she loved so much!! She would call me from the home & we would conversate for a long while. We're really gonna miss her. She's gained her wings & in the arms of our Heavenly Father. Fly High My Sweet Friend. My Heart Is So Heavy Right Now πYou're gone,but Girl you'll Never Ever Be Forgotten. RIH LOVE ποΈβ₯οΈποΈβ₯οΈποΈβ₯οΈποΈβ₯οΈποΈβ₯οΈ I'm praying for y'all ππ½ππ½ππ½ππ½ππ½ππ½
Love Vickey & Freddie (John)McCullough & TeeBone
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Massey Family.May God Continue To Give You Peace Doing This Time The Mitchell Family7R
Praying for the Massey Family From the Witherspoon Family and the Rorie Family ππππ§€ππβοΈπ§·π§΄πͺ’π«ππ₯₯ππ½οΈπ€π§Έ
My sincerest condolences to the Massey family, I am very sorry for your loss. Eva was a special friend and will be greatly missed. ~ Julia Norwood
To the Massey family, I am sorry for your loss. Eva was a special friend.
Sincere condolences to the family. May God's loving grace comfort you and may faith sustain you in this time of sorrow. With heartfelt sympathy, Betty Phillips
Condolences to the Family ππ½MS.EVA it was such a pleasure meeting you such a loving fun person to talk with. You will be missed.π DARLENE,ANN,GARRY...old neighborsβ€οΈ
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