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Greensburg IN - John D. Phillips, 71, long-time resident of Speedway IN, died at his Greensburg home on Apr 27, 2021.
He is survived by his two children, son Jason Phillips and wife Erin O'Kelly Phillips, and daughter Katie Phillips; their mother, Denise Phillips; his siblings Sherrie Burchell, Carol Rieker, Donald Bowles, Robert Phillips, and Sally Martin; his mother Shirley Phillips and uncle Ted Baglin. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack D. Phillips.
John was born on October 5, 1949 in Albany, NY to Jack Phillips and Helen (Christensen) Phillips. Following Helen's passing, his father was remarried to Shirley (Baglin) Phillips. John served 6 years in the Navy after leaving high school, and later graduated from GM Institute (Kettering University) with a degree in electrical engineering. John was also a member and past President of Beta Theta Pi Men's Fraternity. John was employed by Allison Transmission, GM, and Rolls Royce as an electrical engineer and was involved in the development of the Comanche helicopter.
John was a member of Speedway Methodist Church and was deeply committed to his support of the youth program and a long-time supporter of Mountain T.O.P. ministry located in Grundy County, TN.
Visitation will be on May 15th at Conkle Funeral Home in Speedway, IN from 4:00-5:00pm, with a memorial service to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of John to Mountain T.O.P. at www.mountain-top.org. Online condolences may be shared at www.conklefuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Chuck & Linda McGovern
May 4, 2021
Jason, Kati and Family,
You have our deepest sympathy.
It was such a shock to learn of John’s passing, he will be missed!
We played cards along with him and others in a group. We met twice a month at a local restaurant having dinner and playing “bridge.” Oh, could he play cards! He was one of the best!
John was always interesting and enjoyed life. We found him to be very kind and helpful.
God Bless you!
Brenda Wise
May 3, 2021
My Uncle John always made me laugh. I enjoyed all the family get together's & remember them fondly but mostly he had such a big personality & presence. Truly gone too soon and sending all my love & prayers to each of you.
Pam Bernardi
May 3, 2021
I have many fond memories of my Uncle John. He had so many stories to tell - I loved hearing him talk about his travels. I’m so glad I got to spend precious time with him last year in California. I particularly cherish the time we (me, mom, John and Sal) B E L T E D out Bohemian Rhapsody in the car on our return from our day trip from Bodega. All of the good times will not be forgotten. We are thinking of you and your family.
Sally Martin
May 2, 2021
We were great at 'pushing each other's buttons'. But you always loved me, and I you. You took care of me when I was a baby, then when I was in college, again, when we lost our dad. I relished being 'salpal' and 'mine sheister' to your 'mine brudder' .You were a friend to many, knew how to have good time, and, oh, how you loved to read. My heart is broken, but if I fill it with love, and share it, maybe I'll be o.k. later. We'll take care of your tribe. I love you, and miss you.
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Conkle Funeral Home, Speedway Chapel - Speedway4925 West 16th. Street, Speedway, IN 46224
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