June Karen Phillips Price

Ms. June Phillips Price died peacefully on November 23, 2025, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina surrounded by her family.

Ms. Price is survived by her children, Karen Phillips (Gary) and Torris Price, Jr. Her siblings Donna P. Kivett (Ricky) and Burl Phillips, Jr. (Kristy), two grandchildren Whitney Keck (Sam) and Torris Price, III. She is preceded in death by parents, Burl Phillips, Sr and Jean Stephens Beal.

June was born in Siler City, North Carolina and is graduate of the class of 1972 from Jordan-Matthews High School. Her children remember her as a kind and gentle mother who encouraged them to pursue their goals and was extremely proud of her grandchildren and their accomplishments. June was a knowledgeable genealogist, who loved telling everyone how they were related. She was a generous and witty friend, who loved history and who was passionate about volunteering with Domestic Violence survivors. June was an active and dedicated member of the many genealogical groups and often volunteered at Chatham County Historical Museum when her health allowed.

A funeral is scheduled for Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 2 pm at Smith and Buckner Chapel, with visitation beginning at 1 pm, the Rev. Wayne Lamb will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate June’s life.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Piney Grove Methodist Church, c/o Piney Grove Crew at PO Box 9, Siler City, NC, 27344.

The family would like to thank all of her caregivers at Parkview Rehabilitation for their efforts, care, and dedication. The family would also like to extend their thanks and appreciation to Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Tilley for being good neighbors and friends.

Smith & Buckner Funeral Home will be assisting the Price family.

Online condolences can be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com