Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
James Phillips Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for James Phillips
February 10, 2017
February 1, 2017
I thank everybody for all the nice things tha
Eileen McDougall
May 28, 2016
Mr. and Mrs. Phillips
You don't know me but I attended your sons funeral. We didn't know him but we had just moved to Durant in June and when I saw that he died I told my husband we should attend. My husband was an active duty Marine officer so he dressed in his blues and we went to the funeral service to show our support from one Marine family to another.
On this Memorial Day weekend I thought I would share with you that every time I pass the Pleasant Grove Cemetery I think of him and the sacrifice he made for us.
Never Forgotten.
Yanuzzi
December 23, 2014
Solomon, I remember many of those times.
Hope you are well brother. Hard to believe its been ten years. I miss him still,,, all the time. Truly never forgotten. Mike and Lisa I hope you are well. Solomon,, and to our other brothers, especially those on the job, be safe..
January 31, 2014
I was thinking about Phillips today and all the trouble that we use to get into in Iceland and Williamsburg, VA.
Solomon
November 11, 2013
Honoring you Today on Veterans Day.You will never be forgotten.
Dorothy, Billy, Jessica, John Young and family
Peggy Childers
December 25, 2011
December 23, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James R. Phillips:
Please accept my remembrance of James on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Sabbath
November 14, 2011
Love you, bro. Huge respect and gratitude to you and your family. Rest easy, Marine.
debbi
May 30, 2011
James, may you and all our soldiers never be forgotten for the strength, courage and life you gave for our freedom. May our God in Heaven continue to bless your family and friends today and always.
Proud mom of
SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq
carlos cordero
March 26, 2011
i read a book on him (war heroes voices from Iraq )i know he will be missed
Peggy Childers
December 24, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James R. Phillips:
Remembering James on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
March 18, 2010
To the family of Lance Cpl. Phillips. First let me say I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this brave Hero.
I am organizing a Warrior Walk in Lakeland, FL on July 31st 2010 and would like to walk in honor of Lance Cpl. Phillips. Please contact me if you would like to walk in his honor... we would love to have you.
God Bless you and your family. Your fallen angel is watching over you.
Melissa
www.warriorwalklakeland.com
[email protected]
Donna Gillette
December 26, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
lisa phillips
December 19, 2009
James it has been 5 years. but I know you are fine you are spending christmas with god and your marine brothers from all the wars.merry christmas son love hugs and kisses. love mom-dad.
Kenna Larra
August 4, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,660 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
In Memory of James ~ (Debra Estep)
January 1, 2009
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know James, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
cheryl scott
December 25, 2008
DEAR LANCE CPL. JAMES R. PHILIPS, THANK YOU FOR HEART! MERRY CHRISTMAS MAY GOD BLESS YOUR MOM AND DAD ON THIS HOLIDAY I KNOW ITS STILL VERY HARD!!!!
Peggy Childers
December 23, 2008
To the family of Lance Cpl. James R. Phillips:
James gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Steven Keegan
July 7, 2008
The world has been a lesser place without you James. I had the privilege of meeting you for the first time in Iceland with your buddies Hysell and Solomon. I remember I quickly i got attached to you and helped you and your buddies out. I had the pleasure of being your roomate and sharing alot of memories with you while station in Williamsburg, VA. I had the honor of going to Camp Pendleton with you and being stationed in 3/5 with you. Unfortunetly you was in Weapons Company while I was in Lima Company. I remember everytime i would come out of Fallujah and go to the base I was always hoping to see James back at the messhall to catch up on old times and get some laughs. James I miss you and I will never forget you. I named my first son in honor of you, Philip Keegan. You will always be in my prayers and in my memories.
Much Love Brother
Glen Keller
June 11, 2008
I remember the day I first saw Jamie's Mustang. He was so proud he and his dad Mike were so excited to be putting an engine in it. I lived at the end of their road for a while and I also had the privilige of knowing Jamie's dad as we attended school together and sat in the same row in math. Mike was so proud of his little man that had grown into a full fledge bona fida Marine. Jamie was very polite ALL the time I ever was around him. The night I went to his viewing I saw Mike all upset (with good reason to be) I stood there in front of Jamie's casket and looked Mike in the eye and told him his son is a hero. Its been a few years and I still feel the hair on the back of my neck raise as I think of that moment. Yes Jamie is still a hero in mine and everyone I know's eyes. Mike and Lisa just remember to live everyday as its your last and put God first. Your blessed day will come to see Jamie again and spend eternity with him.
May God Bless You Both,
Glen Keller
Raymond Phillips
May 6, 2008
I am fiercely proud of you, Brother. and the fact that I share the Phillips surname with you. May God hold you in the hollow of his hand. You have added luster to the family motto: "Love Of Country Guides"....
April 23, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Phillips!
cheryl scott
February 15, 2008
dear michael and lisa thank you for your only son, your only child GOD gave HIS only Son also. Mike remember when you were in the car accident years ago your mom asked you why you survived and one person died, 2 others were hurt really bad you broke your leg. You said it wasnt your time to go! Your were right!You had to meet lisa and have your son so HE could save those men and women, nobody else was suppose to do it. If He hadn't been born those soliers would have died He knew the sacrifice He was making,I'm sure you are proud of but wish He were here.Michael I grew up with you as a close friend, neighbor and wish you and lisa all the best especially around the holidays i know its hard! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SON AND HIS SACRIFICE I KNOW WE DONT THINK ABOUT ALL THAT WE HAVE IN U.S.A WE JUST TAKE EVERYTHING WE CAN AND NOT GIVE BACK, YOUR SON WENT ONE STEP FURTHER TO PROTECT ME AND MY FAMILY OVER HERE THANK YOU LANCE CPL. JAMES R. PHILLIPS FOR MY FREEDOM I TAKE FREELY WITHOUT THINKING HOW I LUCKY I AM THANK YOU AND ALL WHO SERVE IN PAST PRESENT AND SADLY FUTURE WARS WITH ALL MY LOVE CHERYL SCOTT & MY 5 children and 1 GRANDCHILD!!!!
Chris Dixon
October 25, 2007
I still recall Lance Corporal Phillips, young and vibrant, while stationed at the Marine Security Force Company in Keflavik, Iceland. He stood among a group of Marines who were dedicated and determined to achieve, even in the face of harsh training in the freezing rain and gale-force windswept land near the Arctic Circle of the north Atlantic.
I said good-bye to the Company, to include LCpl Phillips, for the last time as I departed to Afghanistan. A couple of years later, he and I would serve again in the same Marine Division, this time in the heat and desert of Fallujah, Iraq. We never saw each other, being in different units, but to this day remain brothers-in-arms from the shared experience of combat in Iraq.
I will forever remember and be humbled by the dedication displayed by LCpl Phillips. All future Marines I lead will be measured against his example. He faced the fury and stood firm to his duty to the end.
Semper Fidelis
LtCol Chris Dixon
Commanding Officer
Marine Security Force Company
Keflavik, Iceland
August 2001 - June 2003
Aaron Childress
August 30, 2007
It was an honor to have known and served with you.
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 15, 2007
Sincere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.
August 14, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 15, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Phillips and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Lance Cpl deploying soon
May 5, 2007
To a Hero & Friend we will never forget. The ultimate sacfrice you made for us....We will cherish all memories and thank you every day of our lives. James was very special to our family and we miss him terribly. We cherish Mike and Lisa's friendship always.
Thank you Lance Cpl.James R.Phillips
The Psoinos Family
Nick,Jan,"Big" Mike, Kitty, & Krista
Garnet Jenkins
December 23, 2006
With the holidays upon us, as well as the 2nd anniversary of the day Lance Cpl. James R. Phillips gave his life for our Country and for Freedom. It is my honor to remember this Brave Young Marine.
May James, rest safely in God's Loving Care and know that he is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Phillips family.
There will never be enough ways, to humbly thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death,
nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have of James, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country remembers his sacrifice.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Raymond Phillips
November 12, 2006
I am Fiercely Proud that I share the Phillips Name with this Brother
Marine.
Michael Iezzi
October 17, 2006
May God hold James in the palm of His hand.
My deepest sympathy to the family of James, may God comfort you in your loss.
Debbie English
October 17, 2006
To the family of LCPL. James R. Phillips, I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. My heart goes out to the the family, friends, and Marine brothers. He will live on through those who loved him. He is one of the best who will gaurd the gates of heaven forever. He is a true hero who will never be forgotten. God Bless you are all in my prayers.
Pat lorenzen
October 16, 2006
Phillips Family, Friends, Loved Ones: I see it is almost 2 yrs since you lost your precious loved one. I'm sure the hole is still in your hearts, but I hope & pray that you are beginning to fill it with all the wonderful memories that you have of him. Altho I didn't know him personally, he is still one of "Our boys". Please know that we, Americans, grieve the loss of each & every soldier. We cry & mourn with you because we care. Lance Cpl. Phillips is a true hero. God bless you all.
Yolanda Valdez
October 16, 2006
I understand what you are experiencing and feeling. No amount of words can ease the pain of your loss. We know firsthand there are no words of comfort at this time. We lost our son on 9-3-2004, at the age of 19. Just know that there are Marine families across the USA who is experiencing your loss and pain.
May he rest in peace knowing that he was loved and remembered by those who knew him as well as strangers who admired his courage and sacrifice? My deepest condolences, sympathy and prayers go out to the entire family. May God grant you peace, strength and comfort? I will keep your family in my prayers along with all the families of our American Hero’s. Another Fallen Hero ------Thank you!!!!!!
My family and I are thankful for the Bravery, Courage, Determination and Service to fight for our country, (our freedom) from you ---, my son and all the others in our armed forces for the sacrifice made for us. I also have a Marine daughter and Marine son in law. You all will not be forgotten.
Once a Marine, Always a Marine!
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Proud Mom of a USMC, American Hero
(LCpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9-3-04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq)
Henryk Zaleski USN-Ret
October 15, 2006
Rest in peace.The gates of heaven stood open for you.
Shirley & Joseph Siravo
October 15, 2006
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief, and our prayers are with you. Thank you for serving our country, you will never be forgotten.
korie
October 14, 2006
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James R. Phillips,
My heart breaks for the loss of this American Hero. God bless you. I hope you find comfort in all your wonderful memories of him.
October 14, 2006
To the Family of Lance Cpl. James R. Phillips:
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son (SFC Brent A. Adams) 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.
I wish so badly there was something I could say to you right now, but, I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for right now. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as your heart is both bursting with pride and pain together. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)
[email protected]
(Millersville, PA )
ROBYN GARSIDE
September 26, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Destiny Garrett
June 19, 2006
we miss you so much jamie not a day goes
by that we don't think of you. we love you so much. I kenw that you and my brother tony was the best of friends and
everybody does miss you. some day we will all be up there too. we all love you and remeber we will never forget you and the things you did for ourcountry.
CHERYL HARRISON
June 7, 2006
JAMIE,I WATCHED YOU GROW UP,WE HAD A LOT OF GOOD TIMES TOGETHER,ME YOU ,JASON AN FAMILY.I KNOW GRANNY AN POP WERE REAL PROUD OF YOU AS WE ALL WERE.WE REALLY MISS YA .MAY YOU SLEEP WITH THE ANGELS,GOD BLESS HUGS AND PRAYERS.SEE YA ON THE OTHER SIDE. LOVEYOU ALWAYS .AUNT CHERYL AN JASON.
RONALD TEW
June 5, 2006
JAMIE I WATCHED YOU GROW FROM A BABY TO A FINE YOUNG MAN. I WAS SO LUCKY TO OF BEEN A PART OF YOUR LIFE. YOU LIVE ON IN ALL OF US .NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT WE DONT THINK OF YOU.I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY IN HEAVEN. RON TEW
Rickie Paulk
May 31, 2006
21 years and we hardly spent a day apart. Damn bro there is not a day that goes by that I dont think about who you would be to day. Well see you on the other side brother.
Ken Hysell
May 29, 2006
Phillips..my best friend..my brother...thanks for everything you did for me..not a day goes by that i don't think about the good times we had..i miss ya bro...i will see you again.....Hysell
Lisa - Mike Phillips
May 29, 2006
James we have not seen you for the last time see you in heaven. my hero we love you MOM- DAD
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 1, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Phillips family in the loss of James. I did not know James, but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a fine young man and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. James, it is a little over a year since you were taken and you will not be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Claire Brown
August 31, 2005
God bless you for believing in your Country and Freedom and for your sacrifice to protect our God given right to help others. We pray for your family and friends. You will not be forgotten. Claire
Dawn Sutorus
August 25, 2005
I lived at the end of roebuck rd where he grew up I am Dawn and my step family where there best friends i hope god brings you peace and comfort for he was a special person to cherish always and will never be forgotten.
Showing 1 - 50 of 50 results
Make a Donation
in James Phillips's name
Memorial Events
for James Phillips
How to support James's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor James Phillips's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
