Philip Allen Rawls Jr. Obituary
We bid farewell to Philip Allen Rawls Jr. of Oriental, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 29, 2025 at the age of 65. Philip Allen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Philip Allen Rawls Jr. to pay them a last tribute.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Philip Allen's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Philip Allen's journey be filled with peace and serenity, as his find rest in the embrace of eternity.
He was predeceased by: his former wife Martha Britt Rawls; and his brother Jonathan Kester Rawls. He is survived by: his wife Linda Williams Rawls; his daughter Bethany Rawls Taylor (Jamison); his parents, Philip "Phil" Rawls and Betty Rawls; and his siblings, B. J. Hamby (Lance) and Chris Rawls (Dawn). He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Friday, January 31st 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Trent Original Free Will Baptist Church (171 Florence Rd, Merritt, NC 28556). A funeral service was held on Friday, January 31st 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions may be made to Gentiva Hospice, 1423 S Glenburnie Rd. A, New Bern, NC 28562 or Trent FWB Church, c/o Paula Davis, 615 Gibbtown Rd., Merritt, NC 28556.
