Mrs. Margaret Baldwin Obituary in High Point at Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Obituary For Mrs. Margaret Baldwin

Margaret Louise Baldwin departed this life in the early morning hours of Thursday, April 23, 2020. Margaret was born September 25, 1942 to the late Sherman Payne and Annie Bell Payne. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Donald Baldwin; one son, William Sheldon Baldwin; four sisters, Mary Francis Hillian, Diane Payne, Brenda Harris and Willie Jones; two brothers, Shelly Pike and Walter Thomas Pike.

At the tender age of 7, she decided to follow Jesus and united with St. Stephen A.M.E. Zion Church under the pastorship of the Rev. Dr. Stephen Alexander Speight. She became a proud graduate of the great William Penn High School, Class of 1958, and later united in holy matrimony William Donald Baldwin. To this union was added five children.

She matriculated at Springfield Technical Community College in Springfield, MA, having earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. Margaret went on to acquire her Master’s Degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education from American International College in Springfield, MA.

She leaves to cherish her memories, daughter, Marie “Penny” of Hartford, Conn; three sons, Bryant of the home, Rev. Randall (Jennie) of High Point, NC, Thomas of Northampton, MA; two brothers, Ronald (Virginia) of High Point, NC, Freddie of Dallas, TX; four sisters, Geraldine of Springfield, MA, Sherry, Beatrice, Katie all of High Point, NC; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends.

A private graveside service will be held Thursday, April 30, 2020 at Guilford Memorial Park. Mrs. Baldwin will lie in state at Phillips Funeral Service on Wednesday, April 29, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

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I love you Grandma and will miss you dearly..To be absent from the body to be present with the Lord!

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints! Psalm 116:15 To the Baldwin Family, The United Way of Greater High Point is so grateful to Mrs. Baldwin! Mrs. Baldwin was very instrumental in helping to launch The Africa American Initiative of the United Way. She truly was a genuine and hard working leader! Not only did she love children she also loves senior citizens! May God strengthen and comfort you during this difficult time! Joe Barnes, Campaign Division Director, United Way of Greater High Point

To the Baldwin Family, The African American Initiative of United Way of Greater High Point is praying for you and trusting God will provide the peace needed at this time. We are grateful for your mother's dedication and work with the African American Initiative of United Way of Greater High Point. Janet Riley-Wright

Bryant, IN THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER, May those moments that shone so brightly be the memories that quietly comfort you now and in the days ahead. Your Mom was a sweet and adorable lady. I always enjoyed talking to her. With Sympathy, Hester

My heart goes out to Chastity for the loss of your grandmother May God comfort you with his love Love Aunt DebBFB2S

To the Baldwin, Payne Families and Geraldine Robbins: My sincere condolences on the loss of your love one. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Harriett N Nicholson