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Stanley Davis Phillips
1942 - 2022
Stanley Davis Phillips
1942 - 2022
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Dave was born in High Point, North Carolina on May 11th, 1942. Suffering an early amputation of his left leg, he took this condition not as a disadvantage but rather as a challenge to overcome to help make a difference in the world around him. He founded, led, and grew several local High Point furniture and textile companies, three of which he sold to NYSE-listed companies. Among them was Market Square, which has since become a major international furnishing center.
Dave served as the North Carolina Secretary of Commerce under Governor James B. Hunt. He was also Chairman of the five-year effort to host the 1999 Special Olympics World Games in North Carolina. As a member of the North Carolina Department of Transportation Board, Dave was instrumental in bringing to fruition the long-awaited 311 Bypass Project (now I-74). Dave also served as U.S. Ambassador to Estonia under President George W. Bush, and he led the response to the 2007 Russian cyberattack on Estonia.
Dave was a dedicated philanthropist with board memberships that included his alma mater Choate Rosemary Hall, Duke University, and the Smithsonian.
Along with his devoted wife of 51 years, Katherine Anthony Phillips, surviving Dave are his four daughters and four beloved grandchildren.
Odie Perkins
July 14, 2024
Dave Phillips was a Great Man of Integrity. He and Kay were so good to me. I had the opportunity to set down with Dave and Kay they made me feel like a son. I will always remember Dave as a man that loved, life and human life. My son knew Dave and Kay he was killed serving while serving in the US Army 82nd Airborne his name was David Ted Perkins, Dave and my son had become close friends he told me NO can ever be such a man like Dave and love for animals like Kay, Love Odie Perkins
Agnes Lori Bates
June 5, 2023
Ambassador Phillips, may God bless you and your family, may wonderful memories comfort all. I remember our first meeting in Estonia. I hold in my heart the happy memories of a wonderful man and beloved family. Warm regards, Agnes L Bates
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Joey Motsay
November 25, 2022
Upon Dave´s meeting our new English Bulldog puppy in his kitchen at Valleyfields Farm 10+ years ago, he asked me what was his name. I replied: "Cannoli". Dave asked: "What´s a Cannoli?" I then replied: "It´s an Italian pastry." In his unique and charming voice, Dave asked: "Why would you ever name a handsome dog after a lazy socialist?" Classic Dave making another simple moment special.
Love you, man!
Jim Gray
November 24, 2022
Dave was a friend through our fraternity Delta Kappa Epsilon at UNC and its 1851 Society for distinguished service by an alumnus. He was the keynote speaker at the DKE Convention in Charlotte in July. He cared deeply for his 1965 brothersHe epitomized our slogan "Gentleman, Scholar, and Jolly Good Fellow."
Sharon Prevost
November 23, 2022
I had an opportunity to speak with Mr. Phillips and his wife Kay a few weeks ago. I held his frail warm hand and told him I once worked at Phillips Factors from 1986-1998. His face lit up with the biggest smile as we talked about the "good ole days" at the corner of Main Street and Green before moving to the 11th floor at Market Square Towers. He was so humble and kind as we talked about employees we both remembered. He was so gracious and thanked me for talking with him. His family will certainly have emptiness in their hearts as they lay him to rest. May God carry Mrs. Phillips, their daughters and families in the days and weeks that lie ahead.
Prayers for peace and comfort,
Sharon Prevost
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