Jeffrey D. Phillips

Jeffrey D. Phillips, 57, of West Lafayette passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at his residence. He was born July 8, 1958, in Anderson to Lois Mahan Phillips of Anderson and the late Jack Phillips. He graduated from Madison Heights High School in 1976 and received his Masters Degree from Purdue University. On May 9, 1981 he married Christy Newby in Anderson and she survives. Jeff was the Tippecanoe County Agriculture Extension Educator for Purdue University for 32 years and retired in 2014. He was a member of First Assembly Community Ministries and was the coordinator for the Master Gardener Program for Tippecanoe County. Jeff was the drummer of the Atlanta Music Hall Band for 25 years. He was active in Tippecanoe County 4-H program and the Community Gardens. He was very dedicated to his family and friends. Surviving along with his wife are his children Jackson P. Phillips (Julie) of Raleigh, NC, Jordan C. Kaelin (Daniel) of Muncie, Jonathon S. Phillips of Lafayette, Jada M. Phillips of West Lafayette, grandchildren James and Jack Phillips. Also survivng is his brother Mike Phillips (Teresa) of Tucson, AZ. Jeff was preceded in death by his brother Jim Phillips. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until the time of the service celebrating his life at 2:00 pm on Saturday at First Assembly Community Ministries in Lafayette, Pastor Robby Bradford officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family to help with medical expenses. Soller-Baker Funeral Home, Lafayette Chapel in charge of arrangements. You may sign the guest book and leave memories at www.soller-baker.com.

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Published by Journal & Courier on Mar. 10, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Phillips

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30 Entries

Kim Brady

August 5, 2016

I just learned of Jeff's passing today. I am so sorry to hear this news. I met Jeff in 2011 when I began participating with the Master Gardener group. He was so full of energy, enthusiasm and fun. My heart goes out to his wife and family. What a light in a sometimes dark world we have lost!

Jane Frankenberger

March 12, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of this loss. Jeff was a wonderful agriculture and natural resources educator, contributed so much to master gardeners and others, and was a delight to work with.

Jill Kevin and Haley Marshman

March 12, 2016

We send our deepest sympathy for the loss of Jeff. So very sorry.
Your family is in our prayers.

Derek Newby

March 11, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Jeff's passing. He was much too young. I regret that I cannot attend the services, but please know you all are very heavy in my thoughts. May peace come to you all through this difficult time - Aunt Christy, Jada, Jonathon, Jordan, and Jackson. I will always fondly remember Uncle Jeff as a good-natured, fun-loving, jokester of an uncle. He will be missed greatly.

Derek Newby and family

Julia Renforth

March 11, 2016

I'm so sorry for your families loss. Me and Jeff grew up together. Are family' s would see each other's on many Sunday Eve's there is not a early childhood memory I can't remember him in. He will be sadly missed. RIP Jeff!! God just received another good angel.

Tracy Walder

March 11, 2016

So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. He was always so great to work with in the community and was a great support as we started the Northside Community Garden. I will miss his smiling face.

March 11, 2016

Christy and family,

So sorry to hear about Jeff. We are unable to attend services but know you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers on that day.

John and Krisann Anker Family

Joe Reuzenaar

March 10, 2016

Christy and Family we are so sorry of your loss . He was always so happy and a smile on his face . will always remember playing softball with him at AFA . it was a honor to know Jeff and call him friend.

Nancy Cope

March 10, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. He led the Master Gardener classes when I joined. He was so nice and would go out of his way to help in any way he could. If he didn't know the answer he would work to find it. Just an all around good guy. My condolences to his family.

Christy Evans

March 10, 2016

Christy and family,
I am stunned to learn of Jeff's passing. When he was the interim at the Extension Office, he hired me as the Program Assistant. He was kind and always smiling. I loved that he was a big kid at heart! I'm so sorry for the pain you must be feeling. May God give you comfort through the love of family and friends and the kind words of the people who knew and loved Jeff. God's peace to you.

Tom Persing

March 10, 2016

So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. I have many fond memories of Jeff as a young member of Jack and Lois's family.

John Orick

March 10, 2016

Dear Christy and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that I was very grateful to have the opportunity to work with Jeff in Purdue Extension. He was a great support to me over the years! May God comfort and bless you during this difficult time.

Joan Messing

March 10, 2016

So sorry to read of Jeff's death.

I am a Master Gardener and Jeff's friendly and familiar face was well known to all of us. Always so helpful and good natured.....

May God grant peace and comfort to his family in the days to come.

Stefanie Black

March 10, 2016

Christi & family - So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing! I enjoyed working with Jeff at the Extension Office. I considered him one of the "Good Ol' Boys!" My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Remembering you and your family in my prayers!

Kelly McKain Turner

March 10, 2016

I am so sorry to hear this. Jeff and the rest of the Phillips family grew up with mine in Harmeson Heights. We had the life-playing baseball everyday, tag and making clubhouses in the cornfields. He was an everyday fixture in my younger years as were so many others. We were all lucky to know him.
Peace be with you

March 10, 2016

Dear Christy and family. We are so sorry for your loss. But we can rejoice that he has arrived to his heavenly home. Steve and Monica Speheger

Candy Sheagley

March 10, 2016

I was sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. He was always helpful when I was a beginning Master Gardener... never seeming to tire of dumb questions. Jeff was so much fun when we were all together at our various functions.
Memories last forever.

Pastor & Diane Bowden

March 10, 2016

Dear Jordan,

We are so sorry for the loss of your Father. Please be assured that we and your Church Family are praying for you and your family as we had been during your Dad's illness. The Peace that comes from our Heavenly Father is tangible and amazing. We pray this for you. He loves you with an everlasting love.
He is Faithful and True.
With Much Love and Prayers,
Pastor Carlton and Diane Bowden and Your Church Family, Northside Assembly of God

Mark Baker

March 10, 2016

My thoughts and prayers go out to Christy and her family and to my Aunt Lois. So sorry for your loss.

Kathy Overmyer

March 10, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. I truly enjoyed working with him at the Extension Office. He was loved by many. He will be missed.

March 10, 2016

Christy and family,

I am so very sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. He was a wonderful colleague and always a smile for everyone. Jeff will be missed by his many fellow extension workers and hundreds of Master Gardeners.

- Rosie Lerner, Purdue Extension Consumer Hort Specialist and former Master Gardener State Coordinator

Kelly Davidson

March 10, 2016

We are so sorry Christy and Jackson, Jordan, Jonathan and Jada. Our hearts go out to you during this most difficult time. Thoughts and prayers to you all!! From John, Kelly, Megan & Ashley

Cheryl Chapman

March 10, 2016

Phillips Family, I am moved by our Lord to write this and hope that you know even more the lives Jeff touched. I knew Jeff through the master gardener program out off of 52. He help me a lot with my garden and I appreciated everything he said and did. He was kind, thoughtful and was very easy to talk with. My prayers are with all of you but know that Jeff is with our Lord now.... and God is pleased how Jeff navigated through life to honor Him.

Al Enlow

March 10, 2016

Christy,
I am so sorry. I am sending my sincere condolences to you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Connie Basham

March 9, 2016

So, SO sorry, Christy! Please know my prayers are with you. Lean on the strong arms of Jesus for your strength. Again, I'm SO sorry!

Jim Peter

March 9, 2016

My sincerest condolences to Jeff's family and friends. I worked in the Dubois County Extension office and knew Jeff for many years.

David & Marsha Whipple

March 9, 2016

Thoughts and prayers are with you Christi & family.

Terry Cook

March 9, 2016

You Will be missed my friend. So Many great
memories and you always made me laugh.

keith fry

March 9, 2016

The simplicities of life pass us by without us realizing or knowing why,
Looking ahead but just wanna try
To somehow return to an earlier time,

Gone too soon the count is rackin up,
Lord just give us strength to somehow
Be tough,
Why does it happen where does it all make sense
Why is it always at a good ones expense

We will never understand, hard as we may try
All we can do is pray, and believe theyll fly high
Someday we will meet again in a mansion in the sky
Until that day, tell the others we say Hi

Love you Uncle Jeff
Rest in Peace

Kimberly Greeno

March 9, 2016

I worked with Jeff at the Extension Office. I could always count on him to generate a smile. He was such a pleasant man to talk with and work with. He is sadly missed. Praying for comfort for the family.

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