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Mary Phillips Obituary
January 8, 1930 - December 23, 2022
Lexington, Kentucky - It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mary Dorcus Sturgill Phillips. Born January 8th, 1930, to Robert Lee and Willie Beam Sturgill in Lexington, Kentucky, Mary was raised on a farm on Liberty Road. Days were spent riding ponies and exploring fields alongside her 5 siblings: Paul (2019), Bob, Charlotte (2021), Hugh and David. After graduating Lafayette High School in 1948, Mary enrolled in nursing school which was interrupted by her marriage to Tom Phillips in 1951. They raised three sons Tommy (2019), Bruce (2003), and Daniel. Later in life Mary found great satisfaction working at Cross Gate Gallery for over 40 years. Mary was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church and a founding member of Anchor Baptist Church. She was active in its choir and church activities. Charming, witty, loving and kind, Mary's qualities and accomplishments will always be celebrated by her many friends and family. She is survived by her son Daniel (Brooke), brothers Bob, Hugh, David, sister-in-Law, Elizabeth Roberts and daughter-in-law, Annette Phillips. Grandchildren include Amanda and Kenny Phillips, Piper and Blake Phillips.
Visitation Friday January 6th, 5-7:00 PM at Anchor Baptist Church.
Funeral service Saturday January 7th, 10:00 at Anchor Baptist Church.
Please send flowers, donations, condolences or remembrances to Anchor Baptist Church Lexington, KY.
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Stephen Bishop
December 14, 2023
Daniel,Hugh and David- When I think of MARY, she always has a smile for me,
she treated me like family, just like my mom, Merry Christmas to you guys,
especially to brother Daniel,her kindness shines through you. God bless you all- Steve Bishop
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Stephen Bishop
January 4, 2023
A prayer to the Phillips and Sturgill families, we have lost a very loving and wonderful individual, she was such kind and considerate individual, always with a bright smile and caring word. We will miss her so.
Laura Ladd
January 2, 2023
All of the Phillips and Sturgill family are in our hearts and prayers. We loved Mary dearly.
Laura & Greg
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