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Alvin B. Phillips

1929 - 2018

Alvin B. Phillips obituary, 1929-2018, Corona Del Mar, CA

BORN

1929

DIED

2018

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Corona Del Mar, California

Alvin Phillips Obituary

Al Phillips, founder of Western Digital, died in Newport Beach surrounded by his loving family. He was 89. Phillips, an engineer, was an early pioneer in the semiconductor industry and the author of the text book "Transistor Engineering." He was instrumental in creating the Hoag Heart Institute serving as the initial Chairman of the Board. More recently, he was a board member of the University Synagogue in Irvine. He is survived by Sally Phillips, his beloved wife of 65 years and their four children and their spouses, nine grandchlldren, and five great-grandchildren. Al enjoyed traveling, was a die-hard Lakers and Dodgers fan, and an avid golfer, skier, sailer, and pickleballer. He will be dearly missed, and remembered for his intellect, passion, and deep pride for his family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to University Synagogue of Irvine or Hoag Heart and Vascular Institute of Newport Beach.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Feb. 3 to Feb. 7, 2018.

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A. H.

July 15, 2018

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Bob Brault

April 19, 2018

I had the honor of working with Al in the late 80's.
He was both charismatic & focused, with just the right amount of humor & levity.

I always greatly enjoyed his stories about his past; Memorized, I always looked forward to the next installment.

Very sorry to hear of his passing, with a wish of blessings for those he loved.

Elias

February 13, 2018

The family of Alvin Phillips have my condolences during this difficult time. May the promise at 2 Thessalonians 3:16 bring you some comfort. "May the Lord of peace himself give you peace constantly in every way. May the Lord be with all of you."

Debby&Derek deJong

February 6, 2018

Our dear friends Rick and Debbie We send our thoughts and lift up our prayers for you and your entire family during this difficult time of your father's passing. His memory will live on to all whom he touched during his journey of life. Especially with his family who he loved deeply.

Amy Guiang

February 4, 2018

Sending our condolences and heart felt sympathies to the Phillips family. I have very fond memories of Al. Very sorry for your loss. ❤

Michael Baskin

February 3, 2018

My deepest heartfelt condolences for your loss. May Al's memory always be a blessing.

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