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Obituary For Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson Cole
Elizabeth Johnson Cole of High Point, NC transitioned from this earthly life on January 6, 2026 at Hospice of the Piedmont (Hospice Home at High Point). She was born in Bennettsville, SC on April18,1937 to Lousie Campbell Miller and Harry Johnson. She was known by many of her friends as “Lib”. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Gwendora Gibson; and brothers, Daniel Johnson and Robert Broddy.
In 1975, Elizabeth began working at Styrex Industries. She was there for over 20 years and then went to work for Leggett & Platt until she retired in 2008.
When in good health, she enjoyed gardening, canning, search-a-word puzzles, cooking, and baking sweet potato pies. Elizabeth was a dedicated member of Olga Ave. Church of Christ. She loved going to church. Though her health was deteriorating, she still talked about going back to church someday.
Elizabeth will be remembered for her willingness to help others and not expecting anything in return. One of her favorite sayings was “Give me my flowers while I am alive.” She loved her flowers and her home was filled with them – some she acquired on her own, but many were given to her by those who loved her.
Surviving loved ones to cherish memories of Elizabeth are daughters, Janie Archie and Deborah York both of the home, and Wanda Gibson of Rancho Cucamonga, CA; son, Thomas (Tonya) York of High Point; sister, Mary Austin of High Point; grandchildren, Jeffrey Clinton, Nicole Mayfield, Charita Archie, Jamal York, Jonathan Mayfield, and Geordan Gibson; great grandchildren, Nykhari Mayfield, Kamareon Pierce, Nymiah Mayfield, Nevaeh Emerson, Harmony Ledbetter, and Serenity Clinton. She had a special relationship with Deborah Hough and close friends, Laura Curtis and Katie McNeil. There are also nieces, nephews, and other friends who will fondly remember her. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed dearly.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. at Friendly Avenue Church of Christ, 5101 W. Friendly Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27410. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:00 p.m. until 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Hospice Home of High Point or Olga Avenue Church of Christ, High Point, NC.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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Sending my prayers and condolences to the Johnson Cole Family.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you.During this difficult time. Shirley Miller Yvonne Miller Simrel
Hello, Family:
Mrs. Cole was a special lady in the High Point community. Mrs. Cole welcomed me into her home when I was Janie and Deborah's teacher. Mrs. Cole was a friend and leader. Thomas and the Family have always treated others with much Love and Respect just as Mrs. Cole did. Look up Family and trust God to comfort and keep you. God Bless all!
Rev., Dr. Bobby W. Green and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green
Thomas and family, we send our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother.
My sincere condolences to the York, Gibson family Lib will truly be missed, best neighbor and friend anyone could ever ask for , prayers for the family 🙏🏾
Cole and York families our hearts go out to you in the passing of Ms . Elizabeth, may you find strength comfort and peace as your lay your mother to rest. Thank God you have memories of you and God to help you in this very difficult time. The Ray Armstrong family .
So sorry for the passing of your mom. I know she will be miss she was a sweet lady. Lavern Steed
To the family.Cuzn Lib will be truly missed. I am thinking on the countless good times we shared, rather we were sitting on Mrs. Eula porch or sitting in dining room, laughing until our sides would hurt! I love to hear her say...Thee something else!! Cuz Lib was loved by many, and will be truly missed! Rest in paradise! Love you always and forever.
Thomas and family the ladies of the flower shop sending our condolences in the passing of Ms .E that she was called at the shop .. She was a loving and wonderful friend and always had some encouraging words .. She was loved by many ..She will always be in Ms .Minnie heart because she loved her dearly. RIP Ms E hopefully one day we will meet you in Heaven .. What a family Reunion that will be .Ladies of the flower 🌹🌺 Shop .. Continue to be Blessed .. family !!
Praying for the COLE And the Archie Family From the Witherspoon Family 🙏🧴🧤🎭
On behalf of the Chosen Generation Family, we send you our deepest condolences, sympathy and many prayers your way. Love Bishop and 1st Lady Kenan.
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To Mr Thomas and Family:Your in our thoughts and prayers May God comfort you all Hopkins Family
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Sis Cole will be missed I loved her the first day we met Rest Well My Sister In Chris Rest Well♥️🙏♥️
To the Cole family sorry for your loss signed by Gloria Robbins little
Sorry for your loss to miss Cole family Time by Gloria Robbins little
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Sorry for your loss
Our prayers and condolences go out to the family,May God shelter and comfort each of you in his arms.
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