Joe Lloyd Phillips, age 91, of Mableton, was a devoted husband, a loving father, and man of God. A tower of strength who deeply loved his family, Lloyd Phillips or "Joe Lloyd" as those closest to him often called him, went home to be with the Lord on September 21, 2009. Born on December 9, 1917 ( the coldest day on record...even to this day), he was an amazing man. Having retired from the U.S. Postal Service, he was a member of the South Cobb Lions Club for many years. The love of baseball was a huge part of his life, second only to the love and devotion he had for his family. Lloyd's faith in God and devotion to his church will be remembered. His kindness, grace, and respect for others is an example and shining light for all who knew and loved him. Preceded in death by his wife, Georgia Ragsdale Phillips, Lloyd is the last of eight brothers and sisters to leave this earth. Survivors include his daughter Emily Fritchey and her husband Phillip of Sharpsburg, GA and his children, Dawn Vetrano of Flowery Branch, and Sean Fritchey of Lilburn, and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 28, 2009 at Mount Harmony Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the churchyard cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 PM on Sunday at Gene Davis/White Columns Chapel in Mableton.