Elisha Andrew Phillips

PHILLIPS, Elisha Andrew "Andy", passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at the Verde Valley Medical Center in Cottonwood, Arizona. Elisha was born in Grafton, West Virginia on October 23, 1929 he joined the USAF at the age of 17. He was promoted through the ranks and went through both officers and cadet training to become a pilot. He started out in the B-25 and went on to fly the B-47 and B-52 Stratosphere and Spooky Gunships. He flew during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Andy served his country for 23 years before his retirement in 1970. Beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather who gave generously without ever asking for anything in return. His generosity stretched beyond family and friends to anyone who needed a helping hand. He was always present for any event small or large, no matter how far away. Loving, supportive, generous, thoughtful, devoted, compassionate and committed to all whom he touched. His present is truly missed, and his love enduring. God has called home his angel and we are all truly blessed for having known him. Andy is survived by Alondra (Phillips) and Robert Roehler, Michelle and David Wagner, Andrew and Casey Roehler, Andrea (Phillips) and Andrew Wrubel, Laureen Phillips, Ryan Wrubel and Syreena Sanchez. Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at Bueler Funeral Home located at 143 Arnold Street in Camp Verde, Arizona. Interment will be held at the Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia at a later date.