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Mrs. Cora Mae Tillman

Passed 04/03/2021

Obituary For Mrs. Cora Mae Tillman

Mrs. Cora Mae Lindsay Tillman, 81, of High Point, NC, departed this earthly life on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Westchester Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born March 2, 1940 in McFarlan (Anson County), NC, to the late Edmond Lindsay and Mary Lou Watson Lindsay. Cora is now reunited with her mother and father; her youngest son, Lonnie Bernard Tillman; brothers, Edward “June” Lindsay, Sr., Freddie Lindsay and James Calvin Lindsay; a special niece, Lelia Tillman McDougle and nephew, Marion Thomas Tillman both of whom were raised in the home.

Cora united in marriage to Lonnie Tillman. After relocating to High Point, NC, she worked at High Point College as a supervisor in the kitchen. Afterwards, she was employed with W & J Rives, where she happily retired. Cora loved planting flowers, but also loved to cook with a passion. She was a person with a kind heart and would do anything for anyone.

She was a faithful member of Hallelujah Baptist Church until she failed ill in 2017.

Surviving to cherish precious memories are her husband of 61 years, Lonnie Tillman; her son, John (Traci) Tillman all of High Point, NC; granddaughters, Courtney Tillman of Maryland, Jewel Tillman of High Point, NC; special god-granddaughter, Zyia Baker; seven sisters, Emma (Lewis) Townsend, Elaine Harris Rich, Betty Townsend, Annie Ruth Lindsay, Lenora Evans, Doris Lindsay and Gussie Lindsay; two brothers, Charles (Karen) Lindsay and Michael Lindsay all of High Point, NC; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

A private funeral service will be held, Friday, April 9, 2021 at Solid Rock Baptist Church, 903 East Kearns Ave. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. Mrs. Tillman may be viewed on Thursday, April 8, 2021 at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.


Condolences & Tributes

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Beautiful person inside and out.

Now may our God of comfort, comfort you family and friends. John 5:28'29

John John, I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet Mom. She will most definitely be missed. I will keep you, Lonnie, and the entire Lindsay family in my prayers. RIP Co Mae ❤.

Sonja Townsend

Sending heartfelt condolences to John and the rest of the Tillman family for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish the memories! Tiran Gilmore & Dee White

I'm gonna miss you so much grandma, Even though i wasn't your biological grandchild, you never treated me any different, you loved me like no other. I won't forget any of the things you taught me whenever i would go to your house, I love you so much Grandma Cora, Thank you for everything. ~ "Zy"

The loss of Aunt Cora has saddened the Ingram family. We hope the precious memories you carry in your heart will help you through this challenging time.

Shirley Ingram, Kim Comer, and Renita Boyd.

I will always remember Mrs. Cora as a great neighbor and one who loved to work in her yard. Always smiling! Prayers for the family that God will comfort you and keep you🙏🏾 Nance/Pegues Families

Mr. Lonnie and JT I am sorry to hear the passing of your love one,But God heals all pain and sorrow..I will continue to pray for the Tillman family. Lindell and Loretta.

Rest Easy and Fly High cousin!! you will be missed and the infamous family gatherings, at your house will be missed too!! LOVE YOU FAMILY!! Keya Oliver

Rest Easy Mrs. Cora Mae sending my Condolences and Prayers to the family!

Gonna miss you so much you will always be remembered and loved Step.

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

Phillips Funeral Service, Inc. | High Point, NC

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