Phillip Nelson Hull, age 87, of Baldwin, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025.
Mr. Hull was born on July 13, 1937, in Owens, Florida, to the late Willie Porter Hull and Mary Howell Hull. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Barbara Ann Johnson Hull; daughter, Cherrie Ann Bergandi; sister, Mary Joyce Hollingsworth; and brother, Billy Hull.
Mr. Hull was a United States veteran who had served in the Army. Phillip began his professional journey in radio in Valdosta, Georgia, lending his distinctive voice to voice-overs that eventually opened doors into the world of television. He began his career in television as a weatherman for WSB-TV in Atlanta in 1968, where he served for 14 memorable years. After his time in broadcasting, Phillip continued his commitment to service by working with the Hall County Sheriff’s Office for several years. In the last decade of his life, he found great joy greeting patients, families, and staff as a welcoming face at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. His presence there was a source of comfort and cheer, and he took great pride in his role. He was a dedicated member of First Presbyterian Church of Clarkesville, where he served faithfully as a Deacon and Bell Ringer. He found peace and balance through his love of yoga and gave generously of his time as a Meals on Wheels volunteer for over 10 years. Above all, Phillip will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. To his grandchildren, he was affectionately known as “Papaw,” a role he cherished most of all.
Survivors include his daughter and sons-in-law, Carrie Marie and John Sheehan, of Highlands, NC; Charles Bergandi, of Travelers Rest, SC; grandchildren, Ryan Sheehan and his spouse, Jessica; Catherine Sheehan and her spouse, Kevin McClearn; great-grandson, Callan McClearn;
Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, April 12, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Clarkesville, with Reverend Matthew Henderson officiating.
A Private Family Graveside will be held at Yonah Memorial Gardens following the service.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.
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