BLUE RIDGE, Ga. - For years, James Phillips was a fixture at the Walmart in Blue Ridge. Five years ago he made national headlines after telling FOX 5 News that Walmart banned him from saying "Have a blessed day!" to customers.Mr.
Phillips died Wednesday from COVID-19. Even though he is no longer standing at the Walmart doors, he left quite a legacy behind."Dad was a Walmart greeter.
He had the gift of gab and he really liked people. It was the perfect job for him," said his daughter Sharon McFarland.Friends and family gathered in the Walmart parking lot Thursday to honor Mr.