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Albert Phillips Obituary
Albert was the loving husband of the late Anne (Greene) Phillips. Al was born on Nov. 30, 1930, in Hartford, a son of the later Albert J. and Marie Goba (Phillips) Smith. Al proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War. After returning home, he was employed by the Town of East Hartford, streets division and Parks and Recreation Department. He also served as vice president for his brother-in-law, William Atkins, used car dealership, Atkins. Al was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather, leaving a legacy of strong work ethic and family values.
He will be dearly missed by his family, daughter, Diane Choquette of Andover; son, Alan Phillips, and his wife, Karen, of East Windsor; daughter, Debra Phillips of East Hartford with whom he lived; grandson, Alan Jr., and his wife, Jarlyn; grandson, Vincent Sheehan, and his wife, Joann; granddaughter, Stephanie Lisenko, and her husband, Stephen; grandson, Michael Phillips; granddaughter Tricia Ann Phillips; and grandson, Kyle Choquette. He will also be missed by his brother, Richard Phillips, and his wife, Sandra, of Manchester; half sister, Dorothy Zionts; several nieces and nephews, and dear lifelong friend, Richard Trinks, with whom he shared many memories. In addition to his parents and his wife, Al is predeceased by his grandson, Zak Choquette.
Funeral services will begin Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2013, at 9:30 a.m. at Newkirk and Whitney Funeral Home, 318 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, CT 06108, followed by a funeral liturgy at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial with full military honors will follow in Hillside cemetery, East Hartford.
Calling hours will be today, Tuesday, Oct 8, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Albert Phillips
Bill Parker
October 16, 2013
Debbie our deepest condolences to you in this sad time.
We are here for you.
Your neighbors Bill and Brenda
Kristin Brown
October 9, 2013
Debby, I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Thoughts and prayers are with you! Love, Kristin
Mary Champagne
October 8, 2013
Debby, sorry for your loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 8, 2013
I worked with Al in the early 1980's at the Parks Department. The office purchased a new car that I had to drive but it was a standard shift and I didn't know how to drive one. Al got the assignment to teach me (a wet behind the ears 23 year old). What a great teacher and super gentleman. He was so patient! God bless him. - Mary (Goode) Martin
Sue Larsen
October 8, 2013
Debby-Thinking of you during this difficult time. God Bless.
Tony Spada
October 8, 2013
Debby-Just wanted to give my condolences her for the loss of your Dad.My thoughts and prayers as you already know are with you.Love you ...Tony Spada
Tony Spada
October 8, 2013
Debby-Just wanted to give my condolences her for the loss of your Dad.My thoughts and prayers as you already know are with you.Love you
October 8, 2013
Deb our sympathies to you and the rest of the family on the loss of Dad.
He is back where he wanted to be with Mom again. ~Michele & Muffy
Mary Bristow
October 8, 2013
Debby, So sorry to hear about your Dad. Lot's of fantastic memories of him!!!...My prayers are with you and your family...Mary Lombardo Bristow
October 7, 2013
With deepest sympathy for the loss of your father,grandfather,and friend. I have so many wonderful memories growing up of spending weekends vacations and family events with our families. My dad is so crushed at Uncle Al's passing, I know he was Thankful that he got to visit with him this past week. They were truly spiritually connected and loved each other very much. In loving memory of Al Phllips, May he rest in Peace. Michele Trinks Waterman
Janice & Roger Fenlason
October 7, 2013
Debby,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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