Ms. Annie Ruth Johnson Obituary in High Point at Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Obituary For Ms. Annie Ruth Johnson

Ms. Annie Ruth Johnson,80, took flight to Heaven peacefully on Saturday morning, January 13, 2024 at her daughters’ Carla Bailey resident while surrounded by loved ones. She was born on March 21, 1943 to the late William and Mattie Poteat Johnson in High Point, NC. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Leroy, William and Robert Johnson and nephew, Clyde Johnson.

She graduated from William Penn High School and was a retired textile connoisseur. An avid card player and lover of bingo.

Annie was a devoted sister, mother, and grandmother always helping those who she could. Annie was a mother to many giving her the nickname “Mother Theresa”,

Her life was beautiful, and her influence will forever remain in the lives of all who knew her.

Her beautiful life will forever be cherished in the lives of her children: Yvette Blackmon (Bruce) of Charlotte, NC, Reginal Bailey, Carla Bailey, Devonne Johnson, Byron (Ebony) Johnson all of High Point, NC; sixteen grandchildren, twenty great grandchildren; sisters and brother, Josephine, Arlene, Carolyn and Ronnie all of High Point and sisters-in-law, Nanette Johnson of Asheville, NC, Jenny Johnson of High Point, NC; best-friend Barbara Brevard of Winston-Salem, NC; and a host of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at Mount Vernon Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Guil-Rand Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the church from 2:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

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Tameka Hamphill sent Deeply Adored for Ms. Annie Ruth Johnson - January 18, 2024

I just want to say thank you for everything. I love you and I'm going to miss you. Annie Ruth your the greatest. Love Tameka Hamphill

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Prayers and condolences to the Johnson family love Mary Hall 🙏🙏❤️

Sorry for your loss, God bless and comfort you all during this difficult time.🙏🙏❤️

Greetings to the Johnson Family. We're saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved, Ms. Annie Ruth from your lives. We offer our condolences to each of you and we pray that the comfort and peace that only God can give, will console you in "...such a time as this." - Love & Peace from Melanie B.Jones & the Boyd Family

Praying for the Johnson Family From the Witherspoon Family and the Rorie Family 💔😭💜🙏

Praying for the family.

To the entire Johnson we the Baker Hoke family send our prayers to you at a time such as this. Tim , Debra , Ra'shaun Baker

to the Johnson Family we are truly sorry for the loss of your dear sister Annie Ruth. We grew up on Leonard Street back in the days and her entire family lived across the street. She was always kind and treated everybody with respect. To her surviving family members, may the memories of her life be a becon of light in the coming days as her soul returns to the Creator RIP Annie Ruth. Diane, Bill,Mary Mcfadden-Long

Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to the Johnson Family my God strengthen each one of you at this difficult time may my coworker Annie Ruth R.I.H Annie was such a great person to be around 🕊️🙏🕊️😇 Sharon Green and Family QQ

My sincere condolences 💐 to the Johnson Family. I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Rest In Peace Ms. Annie Ruth . Iris B. Johnson & Family

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Sorry for your loss, praying for your family, from lipete and family

Sorry for your loss

Rest in paradise aunt Annie Ruth we love you and we are goin to miss you prayers for the family I love y'all from Shenelle Johnson

Praying God gives you all peace in the midst of your storm. So sorry for your loss..Love Y'all....The Barrino Family

God has definitely gained an angel. Mrs Annie Ruth was one of the first people I met when I moved to High Point. She was a remarkable woman and will truly be missed. My condolences to her children and the rest of her family. Sincerely Charlene and Darlene White.

RIP Ms. Annie Ruth. You know me and mama loved you with all of our heart. This world will never be the same without you. My love, prayers and sympathy goes out to your family. We will always remember you and you will never be forgotten. We love you and we will meet again one day.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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