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Arthur Phillips Obituary

Arthur Elliot Phillips, 92 years of age, of Granby, CT died Friday, January 7, 2022 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born in Meriden, CT he was the son of Samuel Phillips and Marion (Cohen) Phillips. He joined the Naval reserves after high school and attended Bradley University, graduating in 1951. Upon graduation, he requested active military duty (during the Korean War), assigned in Cannes, France as a ship's interpreter and then completing a 14-month tour in Japan. Art ran Phillips' Sportswear for 35 years with his wife Sheila before retiring. Art was a member of the Kiwanis Club, a driver for the Simsbury Volunteer Ambulance Association, helped with many blood drives and was an alternate for the Granby Board of Appeals. He and Sheila were founding members of the Emek-Shalom Temple in Simsbury (now the Farmington Valley Jewish Congregation.) A loving father, grandfather and husband, he leaves his two surviving sons, Dr. Michael S. Phillips and his wife Jacqueline of Mt. Pleasant, SC and James R. Phillips and his wife Danielle of Salisbury, MA; and his grandchildren, John, Jessica, Kaitlyn and Rachel Phillips. He was predeceased by a son, David Scott Phillips, his wife Sheila (Pollack) Phillips, his grandson Jacob Phillips. He spent his last two years with his lady friend, Ella Adamites of Southwick, MA. Funeral services will be private with interment in the Farmington Valley Jewish Congregation-Emek Shalom Memorial Park, Avon, CT. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Westfield YMCA Senior and Children's Services. Arrangements are entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford, CT. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Arthur, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm. Weinstein Mortuary 640 Farmington Avenue Hartford 06105 860-233-2675

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jan. 14, 2022.

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Curt Christensen

January 16, 2022

I had the privilege of getting to know your Mom & Dad while organizing our 30th HS reunion (81). They could not have been more cordial and welcoming. What was supposed to be drop in to gather some photos of David turned into a lunch and hour long recollection of days gone by and classmate happenings. They were so appreciative to share their memories of him.
I will never forget that day we shared together. They were truly two of the most loving people I've ever met.

Cindy

January 14, 2022

The "original" pool class gang!
Art always came to class prepared with a joke and a smile on his face. I was blessed to be part of that inner circle of friendship with such caring people.
May you find comfort in your memories.

Carol & Edward Piwonski

January 14, 2022

Such dear neighbors so sorry for your loss.

Melinda Fitch

January 14, 2022

Dear Phillip´s Family,
Sorry to read about your Dad´s passing.
My twin sister and I would shop at their store most every Saturday to find the last sweater or a complete outfit.
They were always so welcoming to us.
Later in my life I saw them at McLean`a. He was a devoted husband and taking such great care of your mom. Our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family.
Melinda Fitch

Carol Palmer and Sue Woods

January 14, 2022

Art was one of a kind. Our only regret was that we didn´t meet he and Sheila until later in life. They were the heart and soul of our pool class at the YMCA and were very generous donors to our Senior activities. Art always had a funny comment for his friends at the Y. He and Sheila went on our trips and attended the parties. I believe the picture at this site was taken at a Christmas luncheon. Despite the trials of life on this planet, Art was a positive personality and a delight to be around. Rest In Peace to you sweet man. We hope you and Sheila are dancing in heaven.

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