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Shawn Phillips Obituary

Anchorage resident Shawn Patrick Phillips, 20, died June 27, 2009, at home. A visitation will be at noon Thursday at St. Patrick's Parish. A service will follow at 1 p.m. Father Scott Medlock will officiate. Pallbearers will be George Koktelash Jr. (honorary), Nicholas Brocchinic, Marshall Phillips, Matthew Phillips, Michael C. Phillips, Niall Atkinson, Brandon Henry, Michael and Matthew Andrews, and Marcus Delkittie. He will be laid to rest at the Angelus Memorial Park Cemetery. Shawn was born May 16, 1989, in Merced, Calif. He became a resident of Alaska in 1993. He was a commercial fisherman and laborer. He graduated high school in 2008. His hobbies were fishing, camping, off-roading at Jim Creek, skateboarding, snowboarding, playing Xbox and traveling. He was Catholic. His family wrote: "Shawn was a loving son and brother, full of life and adventure, he loved to snowboard, skateboard, camp, fish, and be with family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all." Survivors are his father, Patrick Phillips; mother, Shirley Phillips; sister, Alissa Philips (Niall); brothers, Tristan and Tyler Phillips; grandmother, Alice Phillips; grandfather, Michael Phillips; "chuda," George Koktelash Sr.; godmother, Tina Spurlock; godfather, Darell Hammit; aunts, Susan Bobby, Barbara Sheperd, Leslie Agoney, Amber Jackinsky, Tina Spurlock and Cyndi Phillips; uncles, George Koktelash Jr., Walter Jackinsky, Michael Phillips, Dennis Spurlock, Art Sheperd, and Leon Balluta (JoAnn); aunt, Geannie Koktelash; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, friends; and family dog, Buddy. Arrangements are with Janssen's Evergreen Memorial Chapel.

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Published by Anchorage Daily News from Jul. 1 to Jul. 2, 2009.

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tony medrano

July 5, 2009

rest in peace bro.. you were on of the coolest guys i knew

Nathaniel Levesque

July 2, 2009

Phillips family,

I am very sorry to hear what happened. Shawn was one of the happiest people I've ever known. Me and him use to hang out all the time and he always found a way to make me smile or laugh. He will be missed deeply but I will keep him with me through the memories I have of him. I am very sorry I couldn't make it for the service but I will visit him when I get back up to Alaska. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Tiffany Edwards

July 2, 2009

Pat, Shirley, Alissa, Tristan, and Tyler, I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow.

Michelle and Darren

July 2, 2009

Shirley, Patrick, and Family,

We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our deepest condolences are with you and your Family.

Shannon Johnson-Nanalook

July 1, 2009

We are so sorry to hear of your son's passing. Our deepest sympothy and condolence to you Shirley and Patrick, we send our love from Iliamna!

Tiana Mitchell

July 1, 2009

Phillips Family,
Shawn is missed by many and loved so much! I keep you all in my prayers! May the Lord give your family strenth! I love you all deeply! If you need anything you know I'm always here!

Catherine Rohlman

July 1, 2009

Shirley and Patrick,
Sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers and in our hearts.

Joanie Bigham

July 1, 2009

Patrick , Shirley and family , Words cannot express how sincerely very sad and sorry we were to hear of your loss. All our thoughts, prayers, strenth and love are with you always. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.I sent a card through Rich S. which has our email and cell numbers.Take care of eachother , Love, Joanie,Derek and Kalie Bigham

Gordon & Nin

July 1, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Crystal Davis

July 1, 2009

Shirley, Patrick, and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I will always cherish the memories I have with Shawn, while growing up, clear back from elementary school. All of you are in my heart.

Evie and Jared Larson

July 1, 2009

I know how much life and humor he gave to your family and how hard this time is. He will be missed by all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Samantha M

July 1, 2009

I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. There are no words at a time like this and I just wanted you to know that I am thinking about you all.

Meera Kohler

July 1, 2009

Dear Shirley and Patrick

Words can't express how sorry I am to hear the sad news. Shawn was such a sweetheart. I remember him well from Naknek. He was such a little trooper when he got that awful cut on his foot at the lake. I admired his scar a few years ago and we laughed about it.

I know you will hold him in your hearts forever. I will too.

Cheyenne Harner

July 1, 2009

To the Phillips family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.

Jolene Petticrew

July 1, 2009

Shirley, Patrick, and Family
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm am leaving for home tonight, so I won't be able to attend the service. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

July 1, 2009

I will always remember Shawn being a sweet boy with so much energy. He will always be in our hearts and minds forever. We will miss him deeply. Our prayers are with you always.

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow
May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. May the blessings of love be upon you,
May its peace abide with you,
May its essence illuminate your heart,
Now and forever more
Hold tight to memories for comfort,
lean on your friends for strength,
and always remember how much you are cared about. Love, Auntie Alicia & Cousin Chase.

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