Mrs. Josephine Belton Ingram, 83, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Home at High Point on Monday, December 20, 2021. She was born on November 12, 1938, in Fairfield County, SC to the late Harrison Belton and Mary Alice Robertson Belton. Josephine moved to High Point at an early age where she met the love of her life, Max Ingram. She was employed at Drexel Heritage Furniture and Adams-Millis Hosiery for many years before retiring. She was a faithful member of Temple Memorial Baptist Church since its beginning on Taylor Street in High Point, NC. She was a member of Missionary Group #5, Hospitality Committee, and the Anniversary Committee. She attended TMBC Sunday school and was a member of the Sanctuary Choir. She was also a charter member of The Daughters of Abdallah Court #166 in High Point, NC. Josephine will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 59 years Max and four children: Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram of Washington DC, Eva Marie Harris, JoAnn Williams, and Jeffrey Ingram (Monica) of High Point, NC; seven grandchildren: Donte Ingram, Jasmine Williams, Jacquarius Ingram, Kyla Ingram, Gianni Dockery, Jaela Ingram, and Jaylen Williams; two sisters, Maria Henderson (Billy) and Bernice Cook both of Ridgeway, SC; one brother, Herbert Belton of Baltimore, MD; as well as numerous other family members and friends. Josephine loved everyone and everyone loved her. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Temple Memorial Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
To my Family we the Baker & Hoke Family send our condolences to you at a time such as this. Josephine will be missed. Just a couple of months ago we were all together at Kibi's having a good time laughing. God has come to get another one of his children. Josephine take your place and rest. Tim,Debra, Ra'shaun Baker
Our heartfelt condolences to Mr.Max and family. RIP Mrs. Josephine. Roger and Marie Reynolds
My deepest condolences to you all. Aunt Josephine you will be greatly missed...give Daddy & Paul a hug for me. Love you Always! Your great neice Teresa
Sending heartfelt prayers and condolences during this time for the entire Ingram family. Anthony Martin
Condolences to the family, may you find comfort and strength from each other and your friends!!! Clent Ingram Augusta,Ga
Mama Joe will truly be missed. I thank God for the memories I will cherish with our sensational Seasoned Seniors trips. U will always have a special place in my ❤️.
Max and Family,
Thinking of you with deepest sympathy.
Henry and Ruth Sibert
Condolences to Mr. Mack, Marie, Michael, Joann and Jeff. Our prayers are with you all at this time. May God preserve your memories and give you peace always. Praying for your strength as you walk this path. Donica Jones
Jo, I will you so much! Our holiday gatherings at Jeff's and Monica's won't be the same without you. I will miss hearing you sing along with Mack at our gatherings with all the kids there, the laughter and the fun we shared during those times. Your quick wit and your smile brought joy to my heart. You were the greatest grandmother and mother-in-law to my girls and you will forever be in our hearts. Heaven was waiting for you and now you're home and at peace. May God give Mack and the entire family peace now and for years to come. We love you Jo! Annette Jones and Family
To my family..I'm so sorry for your loss Mama Joe was a sweet loving person having in my life and my son's life as their grandmother was nothing but love..oh how I we gonna miss her..sending prayers for the family asking God to give us strength during this time. Love Yal
May God continue to keep and bless you during the loss of your mother. Curtis & Linda Squirewell, Ridgeway, SC
To The Ingram Siblings:
Please always treasure the Legacy Josephine and Max instilled in you.
Dr. Michael Ingram, I still have a copy of the book you wrote about your mother and "Shelling Peas".
Eva, I still hold your cap and gown from your graduation at Winston-Salem-State University.
Joann and Jeff, you have always shown the same spirit of Love and Kindness and Respect for others that your parents so well modeled before you.
Keep the Faith, Max, Dr. Michael, Eva, Joann, and Jeff.
Continue the excellence. God's got you!!!
Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green (Always a Family Friend)
To My Ingram Family: I searched for the words to express how very Sorry I was when I heard about our Sweet Josephine's passing, know that my Heart and Love is with you ALL. Mack, Eva, Mike, Joann and Jeff. Lavoris Ingram-Butler
Heartfelt condolences to Eva Harris and the Ingram family on the loss of Mrs. Josephine Ingram. May God continue to watch over you during this most difficult time. Love the Bull City Sliders of Durham, NC
To My Family:My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.I will miss her beautiful smile & conversations we shared.At the family reunion it was a joy seeing her & family.When visiting Temple at different occasions, I look for her & that BIG smile to make my day. Hang in there,God will comfort & strength you.Much love ❤️❤️❤️ Shirley Miller & Family
Our sincerest sympathy and condolences are extended to you all on the loss of Mamma Jo. Warren and Loretta Williams
Sending condolences to Mack and Family. May you rest in God's comfort and keep you in perfect peace during this difficult time. Your Southside family, Ezell Robbins and Brenda Bennett
To the Ingram Family, so sorry for your loss, Mrs. Josephine fought a good fight, god knew that he needed her to come and stand with him. What a fighting solider she was. I will continue to hold the family in prayer. Trumela Crawford
To the Ingram Family, I was shocked to learn of the passing of our dear cousin Josephine. May God continue to be with each of you. When she walked in the room her beautiful smile lit up the room. Mack we are going to miss her dearly. May the Lord continue to comfort you during the loss of your beloved wife, mother, sister and aunt. Garland & Yvonne Miller Simrel and Family
My deepest condolences to the family. Sis Josephine will surely missed especially her church family. Rest in Paradise 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You Mom was one of the first persons to befriend me when I moved to High Point. Her sweet smile could always make my day. Truly a great friend. My prayers are with each of you. Your Mom was truly a good friend and Mighty Woman of God. Mary Brunson (Richardson)
To The Ingram Family:
Josephine was such a kind and loving person. She was a gentle spirit who served her Family and Church with love. Josephine inspired her children to lead successful lives with dignity and respect for others. She was indeed a precious wife and mother. Josephine's Family are all so special to us. We will always lift you up in Prayer.
Rev. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Kindest regards. - Donna Nixon
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Kindest regards.
May the work you've done and the service you've given speak for you! To the family, hold on to God's unchanging hand.
Harry Leak
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