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Amanda Phillips Obituary

AMANDA "MANDIE" BRADLEY PHILLIPS Amanda Bradley Phillips, 21, died Sunday December 21st 2014 at New Hanover Hospital from an unfortunate automobile accident. Surviving are her immediate family members, her identical twin sister Alexandra (Allie) Anne Phillips, a senior at ECU, brother Zachary Fitzgerald Phillips, a Ph.D student at UC Berkeley, mother Susanna Gocke Phillips, and father Bradley Morton Phillips, both of Ivanhoe, North Carolina, formerly from Wilmington, and grandparents, Norman H. Philips III and Bertha M. Phillips, and Geraldine S. Gocke of Wilmington. Extended relatives including six aunts and uncles and eleven cousins from various states, including Alaska, Montana, Colorado, Arkansas, and Virginia. Amanda (Mandie) was a senior Political Science Major at Appalachian State University and an active member of the Chi Omega sorority. Also a minor in physics, she was a recipient of the prestigious Andy Graham memorial scholarship from the Appalachian State Dept. of Physics. She was a proud volunteer at former senator Kay Hagan's 2014 senatorial campaign and a well-known and loved employee of Mott's Channel Seafood in Wrightsville Beach, NC. Everyone that knew Mandie loved her wit, her humor, and her passion for living life to the fullest. She was a spark that could ignite any conversation and was loved by not only her immediate family but all of her friends. She lived her short life to the fullest and her smile and spirit will be alive and in our hearts forever. In lieu of flowers, an educational fund has been established in memory of Mandie for her sister and brother, Alexandra Anne Phillips and Zachary Fitzgerald Phillips, to carry on the spirit of giving and support between all three of the siblings and their common dedication to higher education. Contributions may be mailed to Wells Fargo Bank, 1120 Military Cutoff Road, Wilmington, NC 28405 and made payable to Amanda Bradley Phillips Memorial Fund. Alternatively, our family would greatly appreciate donations to the Wrightsville Beach United Methodist Church in her honor, for their influence and support through the entirety of Mandie's life. The Phillips family is extremely appreciative of all of the support, love, and understanding expressed by friends and family. A Public memorial service will be held at Wrightsville Beach United Methodist Church on Saturday, December 27th at 11am followed by reception at the church and a private burial for the immediate family. Condolences may be sent to www.andrewsmortuary.com Andrews Market Chapel

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Published by Wilmington Star-News from Dec. 23 to Dec. 25, 2014.

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Phil and Trish Ellis

January 20, 2015

Susanna, Brad, and family, we were so grief stricken and stunned by your loss. There were no possible words of comfort that we could give you at the service, yet, the service was such a comfort to all there! You helped all of us! It was so uplifting and a joyful tribute to Mandie of how much you laughed and loved all through her life. We're thinking of you always.

Sandy Lardieri

January 15, 2015

Dear Allie. I hope your memories of Mandie gives you strength during these difficult times. I too lost my identical twin in a motor vehicle accident. The suddenness of that loss was tremendously numbing. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you live for two. She remains near to comfort you forever. God Bless.

Peter Sweyer

January 14, 2015

Dear Susanna and Brad,

I am so sorry for your loss. The outpouring of love since Mandie's passing is a testament to the impact she had on the world and you should be proud of the young lady you raised. I know you would give anything to have her by your side now and my heart bleeds for you. She will be with you always. I offer my sincerest condolences to you, Allie, Zach and your whole family.

With love,
Peter Sweyer

Teresa Register Mintz

January 12, 2015

Zooie, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. My heart goes out to you and your family. I didn't know Mandie but it sounds like she was an amazing young lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Samantha Marzullo

January 8, 2015

I am so sorry for this huge loss. I do not know Mandie but any mountaineer will always be family. May you find peace and understanding.

January 8, 2015

I am a professor at ASU and while I didn't teach Mandie I know that from her scholarship and involvement in campus activities she epitomized the kind of student that makes Appalachian the family that it is. My heart goes out to you in the loss of your sweet daughter--may you be comforted in the days and years ahead.

Elena Taylor

January 8, 2015

The Appalachian Family mourns the loss of one of our brightest young students. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to you and your family.

Jon Pope

January 7, 2015

I just heard the devastating news and am just heartbroken. Mandie was a student of mine at App State back in the Spring 2013 semester, and I couldn't have asked for a more conscientious, hard-working, or good-natured student than she was. I used to get a laugh out of the way that she would panic over every assignment; a day or two before each major draft was due, I would get an email from Mandie that started with something like "I'm not sure I did this right! Help!" and then she would turn in a great piece of work that fit the assignment perfectly. And, of course, I will always remember that dazzling smile of hers. My deepest condolences and prayers go out to her family.

Dallas Shoffner

January 7, 2015

I am truly sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

Cheryl Church

December 31, 2014

I have been traveling during the holidays and just learned that the child in that accident was your precious daughter. My heart is broken for you! I certainly understand and feel your pain. There is no greater loss! Please feel free to contact me at some point along your journey of grief. I would love to talk with you. My thoughts and prayers will go with you!

Phyllis Melamed

December 29, 2014

No words can express or comfort you during this time of deep sorrow & pain! But know you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Phyllis Melamed

December 27, 2014

So deeply sorry for your loss. Lifting you and your family in prayer for comfort and strength.
Beverly Nesselroade

December 27, 2014

What pain you must be feeling. I'm so sorry for your loss.

December 27, 2014

I did not know Mandie but I heard of this through one of her friends. I am so so sorry for your loss and will be praying for your family at this time.

Mike & Kathy Saieed

December 27, 2014

It is difficult to find the words to comfort you at this time of loss and sorrow. Please know that our prayers and deepest heartfelt sympathy go out to you and your family. May God's peace be with you all. Mike, Kathy, and Kelly.

Lacy Nance

December 27, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there today. Mandie was a big part of my Freshman and Sophomore year at App and was such a great friend. All of my memories of her are full of laughter and excitement. My thoughts are with you all.

Linda McCuskey

December 27, 2014

Susanna and family, It saddens me greatly to hear of your loss of Mandie. She touched so many people I will always remember her smiling face at Motts. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May God give you peace in this hard time.

Catherine Beyer

December 27, 2014

Susanna.. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.God bless all of you at this very difficult time. Catherine Beyer

Doris & Mick Clements

December 26, 2014

So sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers.

December 26, 2014

Brad and Susanna, My heart goes out to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Kim Callahan

Steve and Dianne Potts

December 26, 2014

Friends are the pillars on your porch. Sometimes they hold you up, sometimes they lean on you, and sometimes it's just enough to know that they are standing by.

Steve and I wish you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Kathy Matula

December 25, 2014

While George & I might not be able to be there in person, we are with you in spirit ... Kathy & George Matula extend their most sincere condolences to the Phillips family in their time of grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Nathan & Amber

December 24, 2014

Deepest condolences to Mandie's family. You will all be in our thoughts.

Lynn Walker

December 24, 2014

Brad, Susanna, Allie, Zach, Bertha, Phil and Gerry
Our hearts go out to you and we want you all to know that we are thinking of you. We hope that God will reflect onto you all of Mandie's spirit and keep you comforted in the days to come. All of our love,
Ken, Lynn, Aidan and Abbey Walker
Jill Harrill

December 24, 2014

Susanna, Brad, Allie, and Zach, Bertha, and Phil,
Please know how deeply saddened we are to hear of the loss of sweet Mandie. From church and WBS and times spent together with our families, we have so many wonderful memories. Our prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. She was a beautiful and precious young woman who has touched us in so many ways. May God hold you all close.

Freeman Family

December 24, 2014

Words cannot express the pain, grief and sorrow that we feel. She was a part of our family and we will miss her terribly. Please know that your family is in our prayers during this healing time. We love you and pray God wraps his healing and peace around your hearts.

Brenda Meier

December 24, 2014

Brad, Susanna, Zack and Allie,
Our hearts are there with you all, and with Phil, Bertha and Gerry. I will always remember Mandie's smiling face and her hugs when I saw her at Mott's Channel.
Much love, Brenda & Mike Meier

Carol Brock

December 24, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Carol Brock

Jo Weaver

December 24, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I am a customer of Motts Seafood and loved it when she was there with her cheery smile and witty personality. She once told me the funniest story of she and Nicky eating a whole key lime pie for dinner. I remember thinking she had a wonderful life ahead of her. My prayers are with you and your family.
She truly was a beautiful girl inside and out.

December 24, 2014

Hold close the wonderful and funny memories of Mandie. I always loved hearing the stories of your kids. Allie, your strength is amazing and humbling.
Sending prayers and peace.
Much love,
The Beitel family

Lesia Roberts

December 24, 2014

As a stranger Mandie touched my heart at Motts Channel with her beautiful smile and spirit. Prayers and healing to Mandie's family and friends.

Scott & Tracy Sullivan

December 24, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep all of your family In our prayers. Our hope for you is that His love will comfort you this season.

Patti, Mike, Casey, Savannah, and Tatum Jacaruso

December 23, 2014

It is hard to express the sorrow we feel for your family's loss. The Jacarusos have so many happy memories of Mandie at WBS, St. Mark, and beyond. Michael and I cannot count the times we fussed at those silly girls at a Mandie & Allie sleepover to quiet down and go to sleep, only to be met with more giggles and even louder laughter! Our thoughts and prayers are with your lovely family that raised a beautiful daughter inside and out.
Much love,
Patti

Tania & Spencer Tayloe

December 23, 2014

Offering God's embrace at this time, your family are in our prayers.

Martie Davy

December 23, 2014

Susanna,
My heart is breaking for your family. I have such sweet memories of Dana with Mandy & Allie. Mandy was always smiling and so kind. My prayers are with you.

pamela heyward

December 23, 2014

I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend. A great soul has departed, but the memories of Mandie Phillips shall never fade.
Your loss is huge, and I can only share your pain. I have cried every time I have thought of this tragedy since I heard the news. My heart breaks at the senselessness.
May the soul that has gone, rest in peace. Keep faith and courage.
Always recall, that we believe to remember ,not just that Mandie has died, but that she lived with enormous happiness, grace and a smile that could light up the universe. Mandie touched us all. To that life, Mandie has left
your family and friends memories too beautiful to forget. We will cherish your Angel forever.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,

Blessings, Pamela, Tayler, Emmi, Evan and Lara

pamela heyward

December 23, 2014

I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend. A great soul has departed, but the memories of Mandie Phillips shall never fade.
Your loss is huge, and I can only share your pain. I have cried every time I have thought of this tragedy since I heard the news. My heart breaks at the senselessness.
May the soul that has gone, rest in peace. Keep faith and courage.
Always recall, that we believe to remember ,not just that Mandie has died, but that she lived with enormous happiness, grace and a smile that could light up the universe. Mandie touched us all. To that life, Mandie has left
your family and friends memories too beautiful to forget. We will cherish your Angel forever.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,

Blessings, Pamela, Tayler, Emmi, Evan and Lara

Pamela,Tayler,Emmi, Evan and Lara

December 23, 2014

I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful twin sister, daughter, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend. A great soul has departed before her time, but the memories of Mandie shall never fade.
Your loss is huge, and I can only share your pain. I have literally cried every single day/moment and every time this tragedy has crossed my mind.
May Mandie's beautiful soul that has gone, rest in peace. Keep faith and courage. Your family is full of love, strength and grace. This should make you so proud .
Always recall, that we believe to remember ,not just that Mandie has died, but that she lived and she did live life to the fullest and always with great happiness and a big huge smile. And to that life, Mandie left
you, your family and many friends memories too beautiful to forget.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,

Much love and Blessings, Pamela

Suzi, Zach and Gaby Zinicola

December 23, 2014

Such a sad time for everyone. May God embrace you with His love and provide you with His strength to endure these times. You are in our hearts and in our constant prayers.

Linda Hansen

December 23, 2014

Susanna, I am very sorry for your terrible loss. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My love and sympathy to you all.

December 23, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my prayers and thoughts.

Lois Butler, Charlotte, NC

Patti Strickland

December 23, 2014

Brad I was so sorry to hear this news. You and your family are in my prayers

Currigans

December 23, 2014

We love you guys. May you find some peace in your strength.
I feel like I just saw her at Motts. She was a beauty. With prayers for you, The Curigan family

Reggie Brew

December 23, 2014

To the family I express my deepest sympathy and empathy. I know your grief. I lost a 28 year old son to leukemia over 8 years ago and my first wife 4 years ago. We had been married 36 years. She died just before Christmas. Life will never be the same but it is still good and even joyful. It will be for you too if you hold on to your faith. I know it seems dark now but brighter days are ahead. God bless you all.
Reggie Brew
Compass Pointe
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Christy Manown

December 23, 2014

May you find strength
in the love of family
and in the warm embrace
of friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

December 22, 2014

We are at a loss for words. Ironically, we are embracing your triumphant joy of the trials and tests god has handed you and the gift of joy & love you have reaped on anyone you meet each and every
day.
Peace be with you! Donna & Britt

Crane family

December 22, 2014

Brad,Susanna,Zack & Allie,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our prayers and thoughts at this most difficult time.

Barbara & Charles Taylor

December 22, 2014

My neighbors, my heart has been so heavy since the trooper came to the house Saturday night! Your such a wonderful family and I know it is hard. We are thinking and praying for all of you. We are here for you.

Mary Alexanian

December 22, 2014

Dear Bertha. Words cannot express how deeply saddened we were to hear of the great loss of your lovely granddaughter. Our Lord and Savior is closely standing by your side as He promised, “I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

December 22, 2014

We will keep the Phillips family in our thoughts and prayers. Our hearts are heavy with grief. Kelly, Helen, and Ward Stevens

Holly and Hannah Manning

December 22, 2014

We have fond memories of Mandie from our St. Mark days. Our hearts are broken and we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Tracy Maurer

December 22, 2014

Susanna - I am so very sorry for you and your family's loss. I remember all of the beautiful stories that you have told me about Mandie, and all of your children. My heart breaks for all of you, and I am here. Praying for all of you.

Sue Rachunok

December 22, 2014

Susanne and Brad,
Words cannot express our feelings for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. Sue, Ben and Charlie Rachunok

angela owen

December 22, 2014

Dear family and friends,

Amanda was a student in our department, and I saw her regularly. She was such a sweet and bright girl, and always had a smile for everyone. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Yours sincerely,

Angela Owen

pat walsh

December 22, 2014

Susanna, We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in our prayers. Pat and Gary Walsh

Donna Coulson

December 22, 2014

Susanna: The Compass Pointe community extends it's sympathies & caring to you & your family at this difficult time.

Christina Korleski

December 22, 2014

Allie, I am so sorry, I have been praying for you, Mandie, and your family. May strength, love and unity be restored into your lives. Honoring her has me filled with beautiful, loving memories of all us laughing, girl talks and friendship. I love you both so much, you have no idea how much you both have helped me.

LouAnne Liverman

December 22, 2014

You all are in our thoughts at this sad time. We will always remember Mandie from St Mark days with a sweet smile on her face.
-John, Lou Anne, Henry and Ellen Liverman

Annie Green

December 22, 2014

Susanna ,Keeping You and your family in my thoughts and prayers i am only a phone call away if you need anything

Maria & Daniel Thompson

December 22, 2014

May God bless your family with the peace that on He can give you. We are praying for your comfort during this time of unexpected and deep sorrow.

Candice Luckett

December 22, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. - from a collegiate member of the Epsilon Delta chapter of Chi Omega

Dawn Carlson

December 22, 2014

Keeping you and your family in our hearts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss.

Selena Corbett

December 22, 2014

My heart goes out to this young ladies family! I prayed for her from the time that God spoke to me and told me to look in the direction of her vehicle. "To the family", I did not know this young lady and that didn't matter to me. I prayed for her with "No"hesitation. My heart is heavy and deeply saddened by your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with your family! "Young lady", I'll never forget you or the prayer that I prayed for you!

Missy Pickard

December 22, 2014

Sweet Susanna,
My thoughts and prayers are with you...my heart goes out to you and all of your family. I am so very sorry for your loss. May His peace wrap you in comfort and guide you through this journey.
Much love,
Missy Pickard

Reed & Hope Kagan

December 22, 2014

Hope and I want to express our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tyrrell Best Accattato

December 22, 2014

Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. Rest in Peace Mandie.

December 22, 2014

So sorry for the family loss

Julie Jadick

December 22, 2014

My heart breaks for your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

Crystal sikes

December 22, 2014

wow im in shock RIP Mandi! You are a wonderful person and always had a smile on your face every time I saw you!! You will be missed!

Shelly Sordellini

December 21, 2014

Unspeakable grief. So incredibly sorry for your pain. You are all in our hearts.

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