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Phillips McArthur Skipwith
63, passed away on Thursday, February 14, 2013 at his home in Indianapolis. Phillips was born on June 24, 1949 to Jim Skipwith and Queen Esther Skipwith in Columbus, Mississippi. Phillips was the youngest of three children. He gradated from Robert E. Hunt High School in Columbus, Mississippi and attended college at Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis (IUPUI).
In 1967, Phillips began his long career in the military where he honorably served his country in the Navy, Navy Reserve, and Army Reserve. He bravely served in the Vietnam War and Desert Shield/Desert Storm. He honorably served his country for 34 years.
Phillips, a much loved husband, father and grandfather is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Lillie Bell Skipwith; along with two daughters, Angelica F. Were (Samuel O. Were, Sr.) of St. Louis, Missouri and Aurelia Skipwith of Lexington, Kentucky; two grandchildren, Samuel Were, Jr. and Austin Were; and many loving nieces, nephews, relatives, military family and friends.
The funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 23 at 12 p.m. at Lavenia & Summers Home for Funerals , 5811 E. 38th St., Indianapolis, IN 46218. Reverends Ronald Evans and Ronald Dowdell will officiate the service. The family will receive loved ones and friends starting at 10 a.m., prior to the funeral service. Phillips McArthur Skipwith will be buried with full honors at Marion National Cemetery, a cemetery for United States veterans, in Marion, Indiana.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phillips Skipwith
Barbara & Eugene Cole
March 1, 2013
Mrs. Skipwith, we were saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your gardening neighbors,
S. I. Drake, MSG/USAR (Ret)
February 24, 2013
I regret I never knew or met 1SG Skipwith in my travels. I can only share the feelings of condolence for his family and friends that so many have since his passing.
I pray 1SG Skipwith is granted eternal rest for answering his call to duty as well as he did during his service.
I offer thee following thought to his family and loved ones in closing, "It takes a special man or woman to sacrifice their comfort and safety for their country."
Hattie Sholar
February 24, 2013
Lilly I just wanted to send my deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss. May God comfort you.
Dorothy (Dowdell) Bigbee
February 24, 2013
Lilly, I am so very sorry to hear of Phillips passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family. May God bless and keep you during this difficult time.
Earline Collins
February 23, 2013
Lillie sorry for your loss Philip will truly be missed. My prayers are with you and your family at this diffcult time.
February 22, 2013
Mrs Lillie Skipwith, I have always been very fond of you and Phillips.I spoke with Phillips about two weeks ago about taxes. I am so shocked of his passing. Phillips was a very good business man and friend. Lillie, God will always walk by your side. You are a wonderful christian lady. Please contact me.
Darlene Rumple
Sammie & Joyce Doughty
February 22, 2013
Our condolences to your family. May God's peace cover you today and in the days ahead.
February 22, 2013
Mrs. Skipwith,
Praying and thinking of you at this time, extending heartfelt love and sympathy. Remember the words of Jesus, " I am with you always, even unto the end of the world." Matthew 28:20 Lovingly, Henrietta Brown
E.l. Floyd
February 22, 2013
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Ps 46-1. Skip as we called him, was a man about business. He did our taxes for many years, he always had a smile and a good sprirt with him. He was my brothers best friend, and our whole family will miss greatly. Lawson/Floyd family,
LaTonya Bonner
February 22, 2013
We may shed a tear or two
When those whom we loved are gone
But God will wipe away those tears
And replace our tears with a song.
Mrs. Skipwith and family, I know God is with you and He will sustain you as you learn your new "normal". Be Blessed as you are and know God will never give us more than we can bare.
February 22, 2013
Skip was a great guy. We worked together at the 212th QM BN, 215th QM CO and at Ft Ben. Rest in Peace. Janet Dailey
Steve Burton
February 22, 2013
My prayers go out to the Skipwith family at this time of loss. May God bless and comfort you all.
Nathan Harrington
February 22, 2013
No sorrow on earth that heaven can not heal. God bless you all,
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