Margaret was born and raised in Cahutta, GA to the late Thomas and Clara Smith. She was a dedicated member of East Ridge Church of God for over 50 years before its closure. She became a vibrant member of Spring Creek Church of God. She graduated as Valedictorian at Cahutta High School and had a career as a manager at various department stores including Loveman’s, Proffitt’s, Spiegel’s, Casual Corner and Belk’s.
She is survived by her son, Jim and wife Judy Philpot; grandchildren, James and Jennifer Philpot; great-grandchildren, Brittany Gavlik, William Philpot and Tyler Philpot; sister, Nancy Remell Daffron, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William Philpot; her parents; sisters, Tommie Smith, Lorine Lewis and Vera Lankford; and brothers, Billy and Johnny Smith.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 PM on Tuesday, July 14th at the funeral home.
Graveside Services for the family will be at 10 AM on Wednesday, July 15th at Lakewood Memorial Gardens East.
We respectfully request that "social distancing", wearing masks, and all CDC measures be adhered to at the funeral home and the cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Spring Creek Church of God in Margaret’s memory.
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