Phyllis was the daughter of the late Albert and Ora Whitaker Orr of Mills River.
She was a proud 1953 graduate of the historic Mills River High School.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Haddon Hill, son, Greg Hill, Fiancé, Charles “Dude” Stepp, sister, Martha “Boots” Whitaker, brother-in-law, Dewey Whitaker and a brother-in-law, Andy Orr.
Phyllis is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Dawn and Carlton “Cotton” Bishop of Hendersonville; sister, Peggy Orr of Mountain Home; brother, Kenneth Orr of Etowah and many nieces and nephews.
Phyllis loved life. She enjoyed laughing, family gatherings and seeing people she knew at Piggys (where she was known as Miss America), Music On Main, music at Firehouse Subs (where she will be remembered for her bright lipstick).
A graveside service will be held 3:30 PM Tuesday, November 5th at the Whitaker Cemetery with Pastor Gary Strang officiating.
Original obituary was published by Jackson Funeral Service
Phyllis was the daughter of the late Albert and Ora Whitaker Orr of Mills River.
She was a proud 1953 graduate of the historic Mills River High School.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Haddon Hill, son, Greg Hill, Fiancé, Charles “Dude” Stepp, sister, Martha “Boots” Whitaker, brother-in-law, Dewey Whitaker and a brother-in-law, Andy Orr.
Phyllis is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Dawn and Carlton “Cotton” Bishop of Hendersonville; sister, Peggy Orr of Mountain Home; brother, Kenneth Orr of Etowah and many nieces and nephews.
Phyllis loved life. She enjoyed laughing, family gatherings and seeing people she knew at Piggys (where she was known as Miss America), Music On Main, music at Firehouse Subs (where she will be remembered for her bright lipstick).
A graveside service will be held 3:30 PM Tuesday, November 5th at the Whitaker Cemetery with Pastor Gary Strang officiating.
Original obituary was published by Jackson Funeral Service
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