Donald E. Phillips

Donald E. Phillips obituary, Manhattan, IL

Donald E. Phillips

Donald Phillips Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Forsythe Gould Funeral Home on Jan. 5, 2026.
Donald E. Phillips, age 53, of Homer Glen, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Lightways Hospice Home, Joliet, IL. Survived by his sisters Carolyn (David) McGuire and Christy Martin, and numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces ang great nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Harold and Elsie Phillips and two nephews Ryan McGuire and Joe Martin. Donald was a graduate of Romeoville High School and he enjoyed music, especially the Beatles and Beach Boys. Private family prayers will be offered. Donald will be buried at Manhattan Center Cemetery, Manhattan. Arrangements entrusted to Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, 507 S. State St., Manhattan, IL 60442, 815-478-3321, www.forsythegouldfh.com.
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