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Mary Donato
December 4, 2024
Tal was a wonderful leader, mentor, and friend. I enjoyed working with him at Dun & Bradstreet and appreciated his business knowledge. Most of all, I enjoyed our friendship and his kindness to the people he worked with. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Debbie Stillwell
August 23, 2024
I met Betsy and Tal a couple of years ago when I moved in next door. They were the first to welcome me and quickly became people I felt I had known for years. Tal always had a funny story to tell and he enjoyed visits from my golden retriever, even though she sometimes popped over uninvited.
My deepest condolences for your family and may his memories be a comfort during this difficult time.
Paul and Lynn Newman
August 21, 2024
We met Tal and Betsy when we moved to Heritage in WF. They were the best neighbors ever and we still consider them some of our closest friends. Tal had such a great sense of humor and was a great guy to be around. When we moved out of N.C. a few years later we continued to visit and keep our friendship alive. When I worked back in N.C. they welcomed me back into their home as my second home.
Always enjoyed some of the laughs we had on the golf course and great dinners at the Phillips house.
We will miss you Tal and hope to see you again.
Love from
Paul and Lynn Newman
Mike and Patty Browning
August 21, 2024
I worked at D&B with Tal for 26 years. He was a friend, leader and was a joy to be around. We played many a golf round together in our annual trips to Myrtle Beach. My wife, Patty and I will miss his sense of humor and quick wit. Our deepest condolences to Betsy and the rest of the Phillips family. Tal, remember... only fairways and greens.
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Lew Moore
August 20, 2024
In the mid 1970's as a newly promoted manager of D&B's Commercial Collection Division in Greensboro, Tal was strong role model to me and a trusted friend throughout my 42 year D&B career! As he rose through the ranks to the top position in the reporting division, he always treated me and everyone else who ever worked with or for him with respect and his usual great sense of humor. Condolences to Betsy, Kelli, Tal, III and all of the family and heartfelt thanks for sharing Tal with all of us who knew and loved him! Lew Moore Greensboro, NC
Susan Dahl
August 18, 2024
Oh what fun four couples had in Georgia. The men playing golf and couples eating out and partying. Tal was always joking and I was always impressed with his intelligence and job. Now my Terry, and Randy, Carol and Tal are with the Lord. We have the best memories and will see them again. Prayers are with Betsy and family. Susan Dahl
Maura OMalley Hill
August 15, 2024
I loved Tal Phillips! He was my mentor, the best boss ever and my friend. Thank you Tal for being the amazing man you were.
Maura O´Malley Hill
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Ronald (Ron) Isham
August 12, 2024
So sorry to hear of Tal's passing. I worked with Tal for many years at the Tampa Dun & Bradstreet office. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Claudia Carlino
August 12, 2024
Dear Phillips Family,
I was fortunate to work with Tal early in my career and benefiting from his leadership. Tal was a kind and generous man who will be missed by many.
With deepest sympathy,
Claudia Carlino
Henry Weaver
August 11, 2024
Tal and I went to work for Dun & Bradstreet the same day in 1968 and I had the pleasure of working with and for him until 2000. Such a great guy and a great manager and leader. I am so sorry for your loss.
Katie pauley
August 11, 2024
Mr. Tal became a third grandpa to our girls. They loved running across the street to give him the biggest hug and he always had a piece of candy waiting for them. One of my most favorite memories of him with the girls was when he came over and he let our youngest daughter do his "makeup". We have always looked up to Tal and Betsy´s marriage and outlook on life. Life is too short, don´t sweat the small stuff and make sure to laugh along the way. We are gonna miss Mr. Tal a tremendous amount but are thankful for the memories.
Melanie Jerman
August 11, 2024
Dear Phillips Family,
I worked for D&B from 1979 through 1981 during and after high school. What a wonderful man Mr. Phillips was and how patient he was. He treated all of the staff with tremendous respect and was a true gentleman. I often thought of him during my career and wished all managers were such a man as Mr. Phillips. May it be a comfort and blessing to your family to know he had an impact on others throughout his career. May God bless you and comfort each of during this time of grief and sorrow.
Melanie Maness Jerman
Ashley Adams
August 11, 2024
Tal and Betsy were the best beach neighbors. My only regret is that we didn´t spend more time together earlier on. Tal and Betsy brighten everyone´s day with their stories and laughter! They are a great example of what marriage should be and how to live life to the fullest.
Susan Watson
August 10, 2024
So sorry for your loss. I met Tal when I played my first Toughie Scramble at Heritage. Such a nice man and a great golfer. After that he always spoke to me and made me feel welcome. I always enjoyed seeing him at the course. He will be missed.
Frank and Charlotte Cothran
August 10, 2024
I remember Judy pushing Tal on a tricycle on Sylvania Ave when he was just a little boy. My deepest sympathy goes out to you all
Tim Riordan
August 9, 2024
Tal was one of the best guys you could ever meet. We would solve the world's problems waiting to get tee times Saturday morning in the freezing cold and hot summer mornings. He will be greatly missed, they certainly don't make them like Tal anymore.
David Sykes
August 9, 2024
Tal was an awesome man. I learned so much talking with and watching him in past 20+ years. He was generous, kind and funny too! We´ll all miss him and cherish the time we got to spend together. David S.
Wendy Powley
August 9, 2024
Uncle Tal was the highlight of family gatherings. He always had a joke and a smile and my childhood memories of him will always be cherished. One year at Christmas Tal went missing. It was the year my Grandfather died. I had received a cassette tape recorder that year. He went in the room and made a cassette pointing out all the gifts and laughing at each and every one. Although we were all so very sad he gave us a reason to laught that year. His humor and smile will always be the fondest memory I have of him. I am so sorry that I have missed so much time with him. You will be missed Uncle Tal. Hug my sweet mother and tell her that we will all be together again soon.
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