Micheal E. Phillips Obituary

He has a beautiful, warm smile and he will ALWAYS be appreciated and missed.

He's forever young.

As usual I'm a day late and a dollar short.
Micheal You will always be remembered
RIP

To the family and friends of Spc. Micheal E. Phillips:
Please accept my remembrance of Micheal on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

I found this page through your mothers blog, and heard of your story. Thank you so much for your sacrifice Michael.

Rest in peace, soldier. Your time with us was far too short, but you made an indelible mark upon this Earth before you left us. Your sacrifice and service shall not be forgotten by your countrymen and those you fought to give freedom to.

The flag is flying in the sky
A daily reminder of who and why
We sit here remembering them today
These heroes that now lie in their grave.

While here on earth, the bravest ones
A soldier, a mother, a daughter, a son
The father's who went far off to war
To ensure our safety and so much more

To keep our children happy and free,
Someone must do this job, you see
So, today remember the soldiers who served,
Because this is one thing they truly deserve.

The loved one's that they have left behind,
The Gold Star mothers, like your and mine
We honor them proudly, every day
Our American Soldier...Proud and Brave
By Shannon Williams-Austill

I want to thank this soldier for their sacrifice.
And, I wish to extend my deepest regards to the loved ones they have left behind. Their service to our nation, has not gone unnoticed. They are our heroes, who paid the ultimate price for us, and that is something that every American needs to be reminded of and remember everyday.
The freedom we all have, we have because of brave young men and women who made a choice to defend and serve.
Today, let me remember your loved one with you.

Michel, may you and all our soldiers never be forgotten for the strength, courage and life you gave for our freedom. May our God in Heaven continue to bless your family and friends today and always.

Proud mom of
SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq

I may be late but I will never forget
My peace be with you Brother
Leon Jablow

To the family and friends of Spc. Micheal E. Phillips:
Remembering Micheal on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Thank you.

On Behalf of The Castro Family
(first husband and former spouse)
USAF, Retired MSgt. Adam R.Castro
(son) Adam A. Castro & Family
(son Army SFC Raphael M. Castro
Ms. Margaret Castro (as Margie)
Proud Armymom

Our prayers and condolences goes out to The Phillips Family for the loss of their son, their hero. May God give them strength and courage during their time of grief.
We Salute & Thank! SPC. Michael E. Phillips for all the sacrifices he made for the freedom of our great nation.
AT PEACE...

You are one of the many HEROS of this conflict and you will never be forgotten
May peace be with you always

As long as I can I will look at this world for both of us. As long as I can I will laugh with the birds, I will sing with the flowers, I will pray to the stars, for both of us. ~Sascha

February 16, 2010

On Behalf of The Castro Family
(First Wife and Former Spouse) of
USAF, Retired MSgt Adam R. Castro
Adam Anthony Castro & Family
Army SFC Raphael M. Castro & Family
Ms. Margaret Castro
Proud Armymom

Our prayers and condolences goes out to The Phillips Family for the loss of their son, their soldier, their hero.
May God give you strength and courage during your time of grief.
God will give the keys to St. Peters and as him to open the golden gates of heaven and welcome SPC. Micheal E. Phillips into the kingdom of heaven and all the angels will be there to greet him. We Thank You! and Salute You! for all the sacrifices you made to protect the freedom of our great nation. AT PEACE...

MICHEAL

knowing you when you were in high school and watching you become one of the best soldiers that i have every had the honor of serving with, was the greatest gift that i could have ever received. you paid the ultimate price for freedom and i hope that your journey found you well.

Mike,
It's been the greatest honor of my Military career to have met you. I only wish I would have had the chance before pulling you out on 24FEB08. I will always honor you as a hero!

Love,

2LT John D. Watrin
[email protected]

HEY BROTHER IT'S BEEN A TWO YEARS NOW AND I JUST WANT TO SAY THAT I MISS U AND LOVE U ALWAAYS

On this Memorial Day, I've set aside time to reflect on the past and remember that your family is now a Gold Star Family, too. Spc. Phillips, thank you for you service and duty. Thank you for paying the ultimate sacrifice...to protect our country and our freedom.
Sister of Spc. Jeffrey S. Henthorn (Balad, Iraq Feb. 8, 2005)

God bless this special soldier and his grieving loved ones. Be by their side in their time of need.

[email protected]

I also did not find out about this until now, I knew Michael and his family when they are back in Wisconsin, such a great family, tight-knit family. Thank you Michael for serving our country and rest in peace. Angie and family, my deepest sympathies go out to you.

Michael,
Time flies, it's been a year now that family and friends have been missing you. Your family are always in our prayers. You will always be missed...

Michael,
Thinking and praying for you on the 1st anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.

To the family of Spc. Micheal E. Phillips:
Micheal gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

I offer my deepest condolences for your loss

It wasnt to long ago when I heard about Micheals passing. I was stunned and shocked, expecially because our families were close a while back. Me and Micheal used to hang out, and this happening was shocking. God bless you and thank you for serving our country bud.

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Sincerely,
Kenna

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Phillips and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Phillips!

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)

May God bless and comfort your family, Michael, and greet you with open arms. Thank you for your heroism and sacrifice for our country.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Phillips family and friends in the loss of Michael. I did not know Michael, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Michael you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA

Thanks for everyting you've done for is to keep us safe. we love you and will always miss you and we will enver ever forget you!

Micheal,
You gave your life so my children can play in the yard without fear. Its a gift you shouldnt have had to give . I love you and you will be sadly missed

Phillips, nothing I can say will ever be enough. You are an outstanding Soldier, one of the finest I had the privilidge of leading. Take care, wherever you are, and know we love and miss you dearly. See you brother, just keep watching our backs.

SSG FISHER
1st Squad
2nd Plt
'PUNISHERS'

I would like to express my condolences to the family. I understand your grief. I lost my brother, Sgt Buddy "Doc" Hughie on February 19, 2007 and not a day goes by that I don't miss him. I am sorry that I did not find out about Michael's passing sooner...I would have been honored to attend his services. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.

Gold Star Sibling member

Dear Family and Friends,
I would like to offer my sincerest condolences. I cannot begin to imagine the loss and pain all are going through. My nephew is a United States Marine and serving in Iraq. We all pray for him and his comrade’s safety every day. War is a horrible reality. I salute and I am proud of all of our troops and their bravery to protect our freedom and serve their country with honor. Freedom is not free.
With deepest regrets and sympathy

To the Phillips family: Our son Allen is stationed in Iraq and is part of the 502 "B Co" He usually would have been in the vehicle with Michael but for some reason his spot that day was given to an interpreter who suffered broken bones when the ied went off. We will never know why Allen was spared this but only by the Grace of God is our son whole. Our hearts go out to your family at this time and I know that his buddies in "B Co" are grieving. When we talked to our son last he sounded depressed and tired. My thoughts and prayers are with Michaels mom especially, it is very hard to send a son off to fight for his country. May God give you strength and keep you during this time.

Pokey, you are forever in my heart. i love you dearly. you were a great soldier and an amazing friend. i will always remember you. thank you for everything you did for all of us. my heart is with your family. love you.

We care and share your sorrow and pride.

My heart goes out to the family of this TRUE HERO. I lost a close friend on Feb. 19th, 2007. He was part of the 45th Inf here in OK, and now my husband is deployed with the 45th Inf.,currently in Iraq. I have to say I am so proud of these men and women for their courage to join the military and fight for our freedom. He will never be forgotten. May he Rest In Peace.
always jeannie(army wife)

HELLO MY NAME IS BRANDI YANEZ MY BROTHER IS PFC JOSHUA A.R. YOUNG HE WAS KILLED JANUARY 28 2008 DURING HIS PATROL IN MOSUL IRAQ..HE WAS HIS BY A IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICE HE WAS KILLED WITH 4 OTHER BRAVE MEN...ALL I CAN SAY IS THAT BEING A "GOLD STAR" FAMILY IS SOMTHING THAT I PRAY FOR NOBODY...OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN GIVE US THE RIGHT TO SAY THAT WE ARE FREE...WITH OUT THEM WE ARE NOITHING IM SO SORRY FOR LOSS I TRULY KNOW FIRST HAND THE HORRIBLE FEELING OF A STOLEN LIFE AS MY BROTHER WAS ONLY 21...NOTHING THAT I CAN SAY OR ANYONE CAN SAY WILL EVER MAKE IT BETTER EXCEP..HEAVEN MUST HAVE NEEDED A HERO...

Dearest Phillips Family,

Your son Michael is a hero now and always. Michael will live on in the hearts of many. Many prayers are being said and lifted up. Ang, you are an amazing Army Mom!

Blessings,
Kelly
PAM of Alex

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Pokey, you are one of the most amazing people I know. No matter how hard life got for me you always knew how to make me smile. I have so many memories of times with you that will keep me going. Although I am heartbroken at the fact that you are gone I know that you died doing what you loved and what you are most good at. I love you pokey with all my heart! I always have and always will! Thank you for being my AMERICAN HERO!
Love always, Katey

Gumby;
You are my hero. I know your family misses you like crazy but we all love and respect you and your joyful sacrifice.
My son, Chuck, is just finishing his AIT and you will be an inspiriation to him.

Ang, I'm always here for you. I'll be home soon. Crowson, I just want to thank you for everything, for all your love and support for the Phillips family. Pokey, man these past years have been great. I know you loved what you did, and wouldn't have wanted it any other way. We all miss and love you man. I know your watching down on us, and we will finish this job that you gave your life for. Rest In Peace man.

Dear Phillips Family,

I know that your loss goes deep and you will never really heal from the wounds. But know this, many Americans appreciate the sacrifice you and your son made so that we might remain free.

With sympathy and love at this time of immeasurable loss,

God Bless you Michael, your Family and the sacrifice you have all made. You will always be in are hearts, a REAL hero who will never be forgotten. My thoughts and Prayers are with you all.

Phillips Family, Thank you for raising such a brave soldier. He will always be remembered as a HERO!

Phillips Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Micheal will never be forgotten for he was and will always be a hero. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Your son paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country, and I am blessed by his honor and courage. May your memories of your beloved son grow more cherished each day. I pray the peace for you and your family that only God can bring, until that day in heaven when you can hold him in your arms again. With hugs and my deepest sympathy,
Lisa - PAM of PFC Shane - Ft. Benning

To the Phillips Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your son is a hero and was so brave. I will carry your G.I. Joe in my thoughts.
Proud Army Mom

Remembering you and honoring the memory of “Spc. Micheal E. Phillips”. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

(an Army Mom)

Ang & family: Once again, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My son is also in the 502nd currently in the "box". I can't imagine what your going thru, but know that Michael (Pokey) is a hero in everyones eyes. He'll never be forgotten and please try to remember that he was doing exactly what he's wanted to do, which was defend this great country. Stay strong and remember you are not alone.

Maralyn F. (armymom)

I so admire your brave remarks about your son's service to our country. Thank you for raising such an honorable young man. My heart aches for you, knowing it is hard to find comfort right now. God bless you and your family and continue to be proud of your hero.
Another Armymom

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thank you for your most precious sacrifice.

deirdre
Proud Army Mom of Michael (Iraq)

As the Mom of two Soldiers that served in Iraq my heart goes out to you . Your son Micheal is a true Hero and he will not be forgotten.
Army Mom Kathy Messer

To the family of Army Hero Spc. Micheal Phillips, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of healing. Pokey will always have a place in my heart as will your family.God bless you Army Mom and family.
Another Army Mom

Micheal Phillips, America's son, will this Nation truly understand how you sacrificed for it? Yes, it will know. We will honor you. We will never forget you. We will bow our heads in silent thankfulness for you. We will support your family by lifting them up in our prayers. We honor you here and always. As an Army mother, I reach out my arms to your mother. You are never alone. God in His compassion and love, can take all of your grief. Hold on to this and hold on to the memories of how your son lived. God Bless You.

My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007

I wish i would have had the pleasure of knowing your son remember just take one day at a time GOD WILL HELP YOU THROUGH THIS TIME OF NEED.WILL BE PRAYING FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY .AND WILL ALWAYS CONTINUE TO KEEP ALL THE SOLDIERS IN MY HEART

As a Gold Star Mother, I am again saddened by the loss of another soldier and fine young man. Micheal's sacrifice is a loss for us all. Even though I've been in your place, I find it hard to find the right words to bring comfort. Please know that your soldier will not be forgotten. I will keep you and your family in my heart, today and always.

One last thought. There is an artist and Vietnam Vet that is sharing his gift, by drawing a free portrait of your fallen soldier. His name is Michael Reagan and he works through the organization, Fallen Heroes Project at http://www.fallenheroesproject.org/. There is also his own website http://www.michaelgreaganartist.com/. I can't tell you what it means to me to see Jason's picture each time I sit down to eat. Somehow, Michael captures the soul of our soldiers. We now have to live with only our memories and pictures. This last one is something not to miss.

Proud Texan Mom to
Cpl Jason LaFleur
KIA Hawr Rajab 04-Aug-07

MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED SON. I WILL PRAY FOR YOU AND KEEP YOU IN MY THOUGHTS ALWAYS. I AM CRYING WITH YOU.

To the family of Spc.Micheal Phillips. My deepest sympathy , thoughts and prayers are with you n the loss of your hero soldier. Rhonda Army Mom to Sgt.J.

To the family and friends of SPC Phillips...I am so sorry for you loss. May God bring you comfort during this difficult time. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many. God Bless You.

Dear family of Micheal Phillips,
Words cannot express my sorrow over the loss of this brave hero. As a fellow Army mom I wish I could come up with some special thing to say that would bring comfort to your breaking heart. These words may not mean much now but, maybe in the future you can look back and remember you are all in my prayers and heart at this time.
May God be with you.

Dear Phillips Family

As a mother of an Army soldier and a former spouse of a USAF, Retired MSgt and the youngest daughter of an Army soldier (deceased) father who received his "VICTORY MEDAL" for courage in serving our country in World World II my prayers are with you. I know your son Spc. Michael E. Phillips is in the Kingdom of Heaven because God send Peter the "Apostle" to open the gates of heaven immediately for your son and now he's accompanied with the rest of our special soldiers our "HEROS" who sacrifice their lives for the freedom of our country.
SPC. Micheal E. Phillips (AT PEACE)

Sincerely yours,

On behalf of The Castro Family
USAF, Retired MSgt. Adam R. Castro
Adam A. Castro & Family
Army Sgt.(SFC) Raphael Castro
Ms. Margaret Castro
Proud ArmyMom to Sgt. Castro

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your hero son and know that a fellow Army mom will keep you and your family in her prayers.

Dear Phillips Family-
God Bless you and your family.May you find comfort from God, all of us, and those close to you. Spc.Micheal, rest in the arms of the Angels. Thank you from the bottom of this new Army mom's heart. You will not be forgotten.

To the Phillips Family,

My sincere condolence to your family. We all can feel your grief and pain. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. He is in a very special place. May you find comfort, strength in God. Remember when you see only one set of footprints those are not yours they are God's and he will carry you through this difficult time.

God Bless,
Army Mom, Debbie Fuller

To the entire Phillips family. Our hearts break at the loss of another precious American son and hero.
We mourn with you and understand your incredible pain. You will continuously be in our thoughts and prayers. Renee Wood-Vincent mother of Sgt Ryan Wood KIA 6-21-07 OKC

As a mother of a Soldier, I want to send my condolences. Please know that there are many, many people who grieve with you.

REST IN PEACE SPC. PHILLIPS, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU

To the Phillips Family...I am so sorry for the loss of your dear Micheal. I am an army mom also....I
share your pain and sorrow. Micheal is a hero, and will not be forgotten...may he rest in the "arms of the angels". May God hold you and comfort you now.

I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Spc Micheal E Phillips. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.

I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.

Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!


(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq) See tribute @
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAX__FZYg4

Father we entrust our brother Michael to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Michael in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.

Please accept my Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy regarding the Devastating loss of Spc. Michael E. Phillips, with So Much Gratitude for your Fine Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

May Michael rest safely now, in God's Care and may the Peace of the Lord be with the Phillips family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes, for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
~ Revelations 21:4 ~

May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Will Remember the Sacrifice Michael made.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

From our military family to yours, we would like to thank SPC Phillips for his service and sacrifice to this great country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

I just wanted to tell you Thank You for your sacerific. I lost my baby brother in Iraq this last April. I know what you are feeling. From what I have read in the paper your son was doing what he had set out to do his whole life. He died a HERO and that will never be forgotten!! I started a praier chain for your family this morning, I know that God will bring you the comfort that you need to get through this. I live here in Lone Grove and my daughter goes to school with David in Ardmore. I want you to know that I am here for you, anything you need, questions you may have. God bless you.
Tina Bushnell Bates
sister of Fallen Soldier Sgt. Billy Bushnell
580-641-1371