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1953
DIED
2010
John Phillips Obituary
John became a CPA in 1979 and earned a Masters in Tax in 1981. He worked in private practice as a CPA for 10 years, then used his expertise with Dutra Construction for 7. Ultimately his ambitions led him to start a successful consulting firm.
John had a keen mind, with a love for challenges, knowledge, and trivia. He had a compassionate and giving heart and volunteered his services to anyone with a need. His playful spirit brought joy to everyone who knew him.
John is survived by his wife, Leslie; his children, Rebecca and Trevor; his brother, 2 sisters, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends and family are invited to attend a Celebration of John's Life on Saturday, October 16, 2010 at 11:00 am at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 701 S. Pleasant Ave, Lodi, CA.
Memorials can be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church Children's Ministries.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Phillips
Melissa Carr
October 24, 2010
I just heard of your loss today. I am so sorry and pray for Gods strength and arms of peace and love to overwhelm you. May you feel the love and support of family and friends around you and know that you are loved! You are in our thoughts and prayers! Much love, Mike, Melissa and Kids
Janessa (Gomes)Van Matre
October 22, 2010
My heart goes out to John's family. I hadn't seen him for a while but I will always remember his fun and entertaining peronality when he was my rec league softball coach many years ago. Mrs Phillips, Becca, and Trever you are in my prayers.
Kimberly Phelps
October 19, 2010
Trevor, Rebecca and Leslie~
My heart truly goes out to each of you and I can’t express condolences worthy of your loss… May God comfort you through this difficult time and know that the memories of John won’t be forgotten.
...thinking of you, Bev… Hang in there.
Gina Luciano
October 19, 2010
On behalf of my colleagues and me at Gallagher Construction Services in San Francisco, I extend our deepest sympathy to John's family and closest friends. We worked with him for 3 years and we always found him to be knowleadgeable, patient, courteous and generally good-humored. His passing hit us like a thunderbolt and we are very sad to lose him as a business colleague. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. With warmest personal regards,
Greg McKinnon
October 18, 2010
Leslie, Rebecca and Trevor - News of John's passing came late this past week. Needless to say, I am stunned by this news. John was a good friend and colleague. He was always a phone-call away and I enjoyed our discussions. I got to know all of you through yours and John's generous hospitality. I will miss him!
October 18, 2010
Trevor and Family,
We send our love and prayers to you through this difficult time. May God give you the strength and courage to get through this and cherish your fondest memories of your dad and husband. Trevor, you know our house and hearts are always open for you.
Sincere Regards,
Mickey and Kelley Luiz
October 17, 2010
My condolences to the family of John: I worked with John as fellow consultants on several cases and enjoyed his professionalism and personality. He was a kind, considerate and energetic person who I will miss. This news comes as a surprise reminder of how precious life and its personal relationships are. John will be long remembered by those who worked with him.... Joe Covello (San Ramon)
October 16, 2010
Dear Leslie, Trevor and Rebecca; We are very sorry for your lose. We were very fond of John and always enjoyed his company. We attended John's very touching Memorial Service at St Paul's Church. Jack & Carole Pardella
Terri (Wicks) Wollak
October 16, 2010
Dear Leslie, Rebecca and Trevor,
John lives on in the hearts and minds of all who love him. For what is loved is never lost, and John is loved so much.
Paul Wilke
October 16, 2010
We are so sorry to hear about Jay's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in peace Jay.
Paul & Karen Wilke
Marianne Stirling
October 16, 2010
I love you Leslie, Becca and Trevor.
Rest in peace John.
Shelley/Jim Molles
October 15, 2010
We feel this isn't real......took us two days to try to wrap our heads around this.....still trying....and it sucks. Halloween memories, soccer memories, T-ball memories with the boys, my 40th birthday extravaganza with the limo (best time ever, never to be forgotten). We can't even begin to imagine your pain. We want to be there for you and Rebecca and Trevor however we can........for real.........Jim and Shelley Molles
Robert Kiesz
October 15, 2010
Leslie,Rebecca and Trevor, We are so sorry to hear about John's passing. He was always a joy to be around. The Christmas parties, the pool parties or at church we enjoyed his sense of humor and his love of life. We will miss him. You are in our prayers. (The Robert Kiesz family.)
October 15, 2010
Leslie, Rebecca and Trevor, I had the true pleasure of working with John so closely over the last 3 years that, he was practically given an office next to me and where John became a fixture with us here at the SF City Atty's Office. John became not only a good friend to all of us here that handle construction issues; but close enough that we often gave him a good ribbing; could finish his sentences and many of us could recite back to him a number of his punch lines and anecdotal stories. We will definitely miss the man who call himself the Dr. of Whining. John kept telling me that someday soon I would have to meet his better half, which I will do tomorrow. But I am truly sorry to do so under these circumstances. (David Norman, San Francisco.)
Sonia Younger
October 15, 2010
Leslie, Rebecca, and Trevor
We are deeply sorry for the loss of your husband and father. All of our thoughts, prayers and love go out to you all. With all of our love, Sonia and Vincent
Kathy Dais
October 14, 2010
Leslie, Rebecca, and Trevor,
With great sadness I read of the tragic passing of your husband and father. The days of Lakewood School are fresh in my mind. So young and sad. If there is anything I can do for you and the family, PLEASE let me know
My sincere sympathies
Alex, Dylan, Chad & John Engelmann
October 14, 2010
May God bless you & your family at this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Rod Woznick
October 14, 2010
What a complete shock to open the newspaper this morning. May God give you the strength and courage to get through this difficult time. We have lots and lots of great memories with sports and John always being Trevor's #1 fan. Our prayers are with the Phillips family.
Sincerely, The Woznicks
Hank & Patty Lauchland
October 14, 2010
Leslie, Rebecca & Trevor: We were so sorry to hear about John. Our memories of him will be of his easy laugh and great smile. The world has lost a very bright light.
October 14, 2010
My sincere condolences to the entire Phillips family. Marty Abrams
Mark Cook
October 14, 2010
Leslie and Family
The Cook family is deeply sorry for John's passing and for your grief that will be endured throughout this most difficult time. I have so many great memories and stories of our experiences over the years revolving around our kids' sports activities. This is how I will remember John. Much love,
Abundance Vineyards
October 14, 2010
Trevor, you are in our thoughts. Please let us know if there is anything we can help you with through this difficult time.
Tracy Williams
October 14, 2010
To the Entire Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve and Jill Mann
October 14, 2010
Trevor and family,
May the Lord bless you and comfort you at this time of great loss and sadness. While we may not have known your dad, we share with you the burden of grief and hope that the days ahead will bring you comfort and understanding.
Laurie Churchill
October 14, 2010
LesLie and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. He will be missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul, Laurie, Kelsey & Tristan Churchill
October 14, 2010
Leslie and family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. May God strengthen you and guide you in your grief. I will be praying for you all.
Patti Osterholm
Nancy Ouding
October 14, 2010
Leslie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my prayers.
Nancy Ouding
Dave and Danna Smith
October 14, 2010
Leslie, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. John was a special man and will be missed.
Laurie Forster
October 14, 2010
Leslie, I was so saddened and shocked to learn of your loss. You are in my thoughts today and in the days to come, as are Rebecca & Tevor. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Tom Frazier
October 14, 2010
I'm terribly sorry to hear this. Jay was a great friend through high school and college, and was the Best Man at my wedding. Deepest sympathies to all his family and friends.
Charlie & Jane Graham (St. Paul members)
October 14, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family during this difficult time.
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