Visitation
Delnora “Jean” Phillips Campbell, 87, of Morganton, NC passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024. She was born on October 22, 1936 in Johnston County, NC to the late James Phillips, Jr. and Drusie Deans Phillips. Jean was a member of Burkemont Baptist Church and retired from Drexel Heritage Furniture. She enjoyed fishing, camping, painting, and crafting. She was a loving mother and grandmother.
Jean is survived by her daughters, Deborah C. Anderson (Mark), Janet C. McMahon (Tim), and Nancy C. MacLaughlin (Charles); grandchildren, Jason Anderson, Bryan Anderson, Shannon MacLaughlin, Emily McMahon, and Matthew McMahon; five great-grandchildren; and brother, James Phillips.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Campbell; and sisters, Brenda Barber and JoAnn Capps.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Burkemont Baptist Church with Rev. Jimmy Queen and Rev. Dr. Eddy Bunton officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet friends following the services. The service will be live-streamed on the church’s Facebook page (facebook.com/Burkemont).
Memorial contributions may be made to Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Road, Conover, NC 28658 (carolinacaring.org/give).
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I enjoyed my time with jean. She was such a joy to be around. She will be missed by many.Sending hugs and prayers to the family.
I love you grandma. You will forever me my sunshine.