James Henry Phillips Jr.

James “Jim” Henry Phillips Jr., 97, of Jacksonville, passed away Friday, April 24, 2020, at his home.

A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2020, at Gethsemane Memorial Park, officiated by Rev. John B. Thompson, II. Friends are welcome to attend the service. However, in order to provide social distancing, we ask friends to remain in their cars, the service will be broadcasted through a sound system. Friends are also encouraged to leave words of comfort to the family through the website.

Jim honorably served his country in the United States Army where he bravely fought in World War II. He loved living in Emerald Isle and spending time on the water, fishing the Crystal Coast. He was an amazing golfer and was pleased to have made 9 holes in one, 3 of which were made in his 90’s. He especially enjoyed playing golf with the men of Bogue Banks Country Club where he was a  member. His golfing ability and interest also afforded him the privilege of the being a member of the Men’s Golf Association in Bogue Banks. Jim will be fondly remembered as a loving and loyal husband, father and grandfather.

He is survived by his son, Jim Phillips III and wife Barbara of Jacksonville; sister, Jean Wells of Weaver, AL; sister-in-law, Nell Grissom of Meridian, MS; 5 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 75 years, Jean Phillips; parents, James Henry and Effie Williams Phillips; daughter, Carol Lynn Davenport; and siblings, Preston, Gladys, Wanda, and Merle.

Flowers are welcome, or memorial donations may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home and Crematory in Morehead City, NC.