Phyllis Edwards

Phyllis "Sissy" Jean Presnell Edwards, 76, of Asheboro, died Monday, May 6, 2024, at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro.

A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Hilltop Baptist Church, with Rev. Cliff VanVliet officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Phyllis was born on October 31, 1947, in Randolph County, the daughter of the late Charles and Mary Hancock Presnell. She retired at Sapona Manufacturing and had a passion for sewing. She found great joy in spending time with her family, particularly her cherished grandchildren who held a special place in her heart. Phyllis had a deep appreciation for the beach, listening to the calming sounds of the ocean.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Edwards; brothers, Kenneth Presnell, Johnny Presnell, Freddie Presnell, Phillip Presnell, Rodney Presnell; grandchildren, Brianna Edwards, Isaac Welsh, and Dustin Welsh.

Phyllis is survived by her daughters, Ronda Welsh and husband Robert of Asheboro, Susan Conner and husband Junior of Wilmington, Nancy Presnell of the home; son, Roy Edwards and wife Carmen of Asheboro; brother, Bryan Presnell and wife Frankie; 16 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, May, 10, 2024, at Ridge Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to Hilltop Baptist Church, 826 Crestview Church Road, Asheboro, NC 27205.