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1930
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2024
Ernestine Phillips Obituary
Brunswick born and raised, Teeny broke the glass ceiling for women serving in public roles in Brunswick, as she provided support for 5 mayors from 1965 until 1994. Before she went to work at City Hall, Teeny oversaw the summer playground in the 1960s and was active with the Brunswick Recreation Commission.
A lifelong member of Grace Episcopal Church, Teeny sang in the choir and was active on the Altar Guild. She also served on the Ambulance Company auxiliary, as Treasurer of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary for 24 years, and volunteered at the Brunswick Heritage Museum with her husband. She was actively involved with the planning of the BHS Fabulous 40's class reunions.
Teeny was honored in Sept. 2023 as a Brunswick Distinguished Citizen.
Teeny is survived by daughter-in-law Joetta and her sons, Jim and wife, Phyllis and Tim and wife, Angela; grandchildren, Julie Karl and husband, Erik, Richard Phillips and wife, Cara, Evan Phillips and wife, Emily, Christa Hannon and husband, Patrick, Kyle Phillips and wife, Taylor, Chelsea Clark and husband, Phil, Jonathan Phillips and girlfriend Liane, Elle Rowe and husband, Frank and Kali Capaletti and husband, Brandon. She is also survived by seventeen great-grandchildren (with 2 more on the way) and one great-great grandchild. She will be remembered fondly by her life-long friend, co-worker and devoted caregiver, Pat Smith. She was predeceased by her eldest son, Richard "Dick" Phillips and her 10 siblings
A celebration of her life will be held in the spring. If you are interested in attending, please contact the family at [email protected].
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Grace Episcopal Church, 114 E A St, Brunswick, MD 21716 or the Kline Hospice House, 7000 Kimmel Rd, Mt Airy, MD 21771. Ernestine Teeny Phillips
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Memories and Condolences
for Ernestine Phillips
Mary bohrer
January 25, 2024
To the family of Mrs. Phillips, so many fond memories of going to city hall with mom to pay her bills.
Cousin Kevin
January 24, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Teeny´s passing.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The Rev. Kathleen Smith-Jones
January 23, 2024
She was such a beautiful and sweet woman. I was blessed to bring Communion to her, and to Red, over the last few years. I always made sure I had plenty of time for our visits for conversation about her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was always so proud. And Pat was her angel. I will dearly miss our visits. My heart is with Pat and all of Teeny´s family. I have no doubt that Teeny is in the room prepared for her in God´s mansion.
Phil Lowery
January 23, 2024
Tim and family, I´m sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She was the nicest person I´ve known in a long time. She cooked breakfast for me and Tim when I stayed overnight. I never seen so much food. I remember well going to City Hall to run in for my dad to pay his water bill. I pray comfort and peace during this difficult time. God bless all the family.
Phil Lowery
Mary Lou Green
January 23, 2024
My deepest sympathy to Teeny family! She was a lovely person who was first person you saw when you went in mayor office!
Steve and Vickie Naida
January 23, 2024
Tim and Angela, thank you for allowing us a glimpse into your dear mother's life through this touching obituary. She must have been a wonderful person to know, and I'm sure many lives were touched by her contributions. Praying for peace and comfort for you both and for the rest of your family. God bless.
Joann Morrison Guyton
January 23, 2024
Miss Teeny was a pleasure to be around. Remember her and Mr. Phillip's chaperone for the Brunswick band. Rest in peace and may God be with the family at this time.
The Burriss´ Bridget and Nelson
January 22, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. We loved being backyard neighbors and how she loved on our daughter. She always reminded me of my dear Mom. May you rest now in the arms of Jesus.
Antoinette Munro
January 22, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Debbie Care
January 22, 2024
Sad to learn of the passing of another Brunswick Resident. Ernestine Phillips.
Prayers for her family and Friends.
Marsha Wesley Sutfin
January 22, 2024
Will love and miss you forever. Thanks for all the love you gave my family. Thanks for all the laughs, you always had a great sense of humor. Thanks for loving me more like a mom than an aunt. And thanks for the peanut butter fudge recipe!
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