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Obituary For Mrs. Willie Mae Ingram
Mrs. Willie Mae Johnson-Ingram, 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, May 13, 2026, at the Hospice Home at High Point. She was born on February 7, 1937, in Richland, Georgia, to the late Willie Bee Johnson and Janie Mae Shipp Johnson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Fambo Ingram; her daughter, Theresa Ann Johnson; her son, Cecil Johnson; her bonus sister, Lula Mae Price; her grandson, Johnathan Johnson; and her three first cousins, Roberta Chadmon, Vanessa Grace, and Sarah Saunders, who raised her.
Willie Mae moved to High Point, NC, as a young lady and therefore attended William Penn High School. She met her two bonus sisters, Etta P. Brannon and Lula Mae Price. Together, they became like three peas in a pot or the three musketeers.
Willie Mae joined First Emmanuel Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. D.D. Mason and Rev. Lawrence Curtis and is currently under the leadership of Rev. Ray N. Campbell. She was a faithful member and served as President of Missionary #5 for several years. Willie Mae is known for her quiet demeanor and for coordinating her suits and hats every Sunday.
She worked at Myrtle Desk Company for a few years and later worked at the City of High Point for over 20 years, retiring in May 1994. She met some wonderful friends along the way, and they continued to stay in touch. Retirement did not slow her down; she went on to work for Dr. Mark and Linda Beck at their home for several years.
She was a southern Georgia girl who loved baseball, with the Atlanta Braves being her favorite team. In 1988, she met and married the love of her life, Fambo Ingram, and they were together until his passing in December 2001.
Willie Mae loved cooking and watching her favorite soap operas during the day. Shopping was another passion of hers, especially at her favorite department store, Macy's. In addition to these activities, she enjoyed listening to her favorite songs on her cell phone. Her preferred artists included the Canton Spirituals, Shirley Caesar, the Clark Sisters, and Charles Jenkins. As the matriarch of her family, she loved all her kids the same, and especially the newest member, her great-granddaughter, Nylah, whom everyone affectionately calls Nylah Belle because she is truly the ruler of the house.
Willie Mae leaves to cherish her loving memory: five daughters, Sara Mingo of Winston Salem, NC; Davida Johnson of Greensboro, NC; Lavonda Kennedy of High Point, NC; Otelia Oliver (Greg) of Atlanta, GA; Malika Cunningham (Fresh) of High Point, NC; one son, William Johnson of the home; seven grandchildren, Cecil Jackson of Seattle, WA; Taurus Leach of High Point, NC; Dwight Johnson βDuckyβ of Winston Salem, NC; Courtney βmoney moneyβ Graves of the home, Julian Kennedy and Faith Clark both of High Point, NC and Gia Oliver of Atlanta, GA; three great grandchildren, Javous Leach of High Point, NC; Samaria Pickenpack of Charlotte, NC; Nylah Bowser of the home; special daughter-in-law, who was like another daughter to her; Jackie Johnson of Jamestown, NC; two special bonus sisters, Shirley Price of Washington, DC; and Etta Brannon of Archdale, NC; three special first cousins, Pecolia Floyd of Decatur, GA; Anderson Shipp and Lamar Shipp of Brooklyn, NY; four special nieces, Pam Price, Tonya McQueen (Leroy), Theodora Price, Chrystal Brannon all of High Point, NC; two special nephews, Terry Price (Yvette) and Vincent Price both of High Point, NC; and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, church family and friends who will cherish her memory.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at First Emmanuel Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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My condolences goes out to your family.
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Sara, I offer you my most sincere condolences in the passing of your Mom. Cherish the memories. ππππ
Mama what can I say except, I'm grateful to the Lord for using you to bring me into this world. We had our trials and tribulations. However, at the end of the day you knew that I loved you. And Ms.Duly I will miss seeing you dressed to the nines! Rest Well!ππ½π
Mama..girl why you had to leave me!! Ima miss you calling me and nylah belle. We love you get your rest until next time.
My sincere condolences to you all. I'm truly sorry for your loss. May the Lord endow you with the Special Comfort that has been reserved for each you for such a time as this. "Live for the day, when you'll say, "Life without end at last!"πΆ
With Love, Mel JonesποΈπ©·ποΈ
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Sending our Condolences π & Prayers ππ½ for you all during this difficult time. I'm really gonna miss Ms Willie Mae. That seat behind me at church will never be the same without our "Diva" sitting there dressed up to the nine. U talking bout Sharp!! that was her every Sunday!! Always such a Sweetheart!! We're praying ππ½ with & for y'all. Rest On "Diva" πποΈπποΈπ
Cynthia ,And the Armstrong family sending our condolences in the passing of Ms .Willie Mae she will be missed by those that Loved her ..I will miss see her and talking to her on our Saturday Mornings RIP Ms Willie
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Sarah and Davida I am so deeply sorry about your mom. i know how much she meant to you, and i know there are no words that can ease this pain. Your mom and I worked at the High Point Library ages ago. I remember all the times she would have me rolling with laughter. She was one of the nicest women that I knew. May God hold you tight in His arms and provide you with much strength and Wonderful memories of your beautiful mom.
My prayers are for the family Sister Ingram is leaving behind . The memories of Sister Ingram are the gifts your hearts will receive to bring gentle comfort as you grieve. Always remember she was an outstanding lady who has now joined God's team full time. Blessings, Rev. Laverne Lucas
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My sincerest condolences to Davida and family. Your mother was a very sweet and caring woman.
My condolences and prayers to the family of Mrs Willie Mae. I pray strength for your family in the days ahead. Sandra Stephenson
So sorry for your loss Courtney and family.. love yall Mrs. Barbara Gaither
Sending prayers and condolences to the family that God will comfort and strengthen you today and days ahead this feels like my family I worked for Cecil and Jackie for years Rest in Paradise Ms Willie Mae
Hello, Family:
Mrs. Willie Mae Ingram was a mighty Woman of God admired by many. She was beautiful and served in God's vineyard with dedication and honor. What an outstanding Woman of God! Mrs. Ingram showed Love and Honor to all.
We thank God for sharing this Woman of God with us through the years.
God Bless All!
Rev., Dr. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green
My deepest condolences to Davida and the family on the passing of Ms. Willie Mae. She was always such a nice woman. I enjoyed working with her at the library and seeing her occasionally while out shopping. She was always so kind. I will continue to pray for you all during your time of bereavement. May she rest in peace.
My sincerest condolences to the Ingram family. Sara, I am praying that the peace of God touches the entire family.
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Davida, I'm so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Willie and I attended the same church at one time, worked together at the library for many many years. We had some good laughs and memories. I pray God will give you and family, the strength, comfort and peace, you will need to help you thru this life season. My condolences to the entire family.
To my baby my love bug my church diva my#1 . This lady is going to be missed because she was the matriarch to the family. I love you momma and I know you love you too same. I am going to miss your everyday phone calls.We did everything together. But always come to visit me if you like.I love you forever my superstar continue to rest.
Your Baby your everything Davida
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