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Ronnie Lynn Phillips, known by many as "Fatbaby," 58, of Cleveland, TN passed away on January 27, 2025. He was born on November 30, 1966 to Larry and Charlotte Phillips.
Ronnie enjoyed fishing, hunting, and mowing, He was a handyman and known for his versatility and craftsmanship. Most of all he loved his family and spending time with them. He especially love spending time with his granddaughters.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Hubert and Josephine Phillips; maternal grandparents Charlie and Dorthy Hawkins; granddaughter Serenity Phillips and several aunts and uncles.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his parents Larry and Charlotte Phillips; son Coby Phillips (Nitosha); sister Sharon Frady (Brian); granddaughters Gracelynn and Emmarie Phillips; significant other Bridget Hicks; beloved dog "George," and several nieces, nephews, and many friends.
Ronnie's family will receive friends from 11am until 3pm on Thursday January 30th at the Ridge Chapel of Companion Funeral Home located at 2412 Georgetown Road NW, Cleveland, TN 37311. He will be laid to rest at Union Grove Church of Christ Cemetery following visitation. James Brown, Rick Lawson, Don Still, Dylan Frady, Jake Durgin, Ralph Haney, Richard Haney, and Steven Hicks will be serve as pallbearers. Rev. Lee Cox will be officiating.
You are invited to share a personal memory of Ronnie or your condolences with his family at his online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral & Cremation Service and the Cody family are honored to assist the Phillips family with these arrangements.
2412 Georgetown Rd NW P.O. Box 5057, Cleveland, TN 37311

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