Search by Name

Add a Memory

Send Flowers

Make a Donation

Share Obituary

Phillip J. Ellis

About

Will Rogers College High School Oklahoma State University

FUNERAL HOME

Floral Haven Funeral Home & Crematory

6500 S. 129th E Ave.

Broken Arrow, Oklahoma

Phillip Ellis Obituary

ELLIS -- Phillip J., 65, of Broken Arrow, retired Vice-President of Mobil Oil Credit Corporation and MCFC National Bank journeyed into eternal life Friday, November 4, 2005. He was born January 31, 1940, to Brownie Ann and Harlan James Ellis in Monahans, TX. He graduated from Will Rogers High School in 1958 where he was a three time State Champion wrestler. He then attended Oklahoma State University and Tulsa University. He moved to Kansas City with his beloved wife, Deidre, in 1967, where he was employed by Mobil Oil Credit Corp. After a very successful career he retired in December 2000, with 32 years of service. He was a member of Boston Avenue United Methodist Church. Phil was known for his wit and humor, dedication and loyalty and love of the ocean, boating, travel, and golf. Above all he was best known for being a great husband, loving father, and adored grandfather. He will be greatly missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, family and friends, but never forgotten. He is survived by: his wife of 38 years, Deidre; daughters, Andrea Moore of Ashland, MO, Amber Ellis of Pembroke Pines, FL; 2 grandchildren, Ian and Ciara Moore; sister, Beverly Coker of Tulsa, OK; brother, Joe Ellis of Leo, IN; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by: his parents; sister, Elizabeth Whitney; and nephews, Larry Whitney and Randy Whitney. A Memorial service will be held at Boston Avenue United Methodist Church, Rose Chapel, 13th and Boston, Tulsa, OK, Friday, November 11, at 10:30 a.m. A private inurnment will be at Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Saint Francis Hospice House or the Boston Avenue United Methodist Church Endowment Fund. Floral Haven, 252-2518.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Tulsa World on Nov. 8, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Ellis

14 Entries

Bobby Freese

November 13, 2005

To All families of Phil Ellis, I met Phil and his family just once on a trip out west for Thanksgiving a few years back. It was a long trip I believe it was for 3 or 4 days including Thanksgiving holiday.(which the trip home was wild). When we left Pittsburgh, Joe, Lynda, Rico, Joey, and myself we all piled in my van. I remember I was nervous going to spend a few days with people I had never met. Well, from the time we arrived there Phil and Deidre made me feel like one of the family. We had a great Thanksgiving. I will never forget that weekend. I know Phil will be missed by all and like alot of my friends that have passed on, JUST KNOWING THEY'LL BE THERE, WILL MAKE IT EASY TO GO HOME!

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL... Bobby

Jim Fox

November 10, 2005

To the family of Phil Ellis,

Our prayers are with you. Phil was a good man-- a cheerful and capable manager. He was well liked & respected. God Bless,

Skeeter & Jim Fox

Lenn Eason

November 10, 2005

Dear Deidre,

My most sincere sympathy to you and your family. I worked closely with Phil during his last 5 years with Mobil, and I was fortunate to get to know a truly great person. Phil brought dedication, honesty, and a smile to everything he did. I will always remember the great things he accomplished, but even more so, the outstanding way that he did them. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sincerely,

Lenn Eason

larry jones

November 10, 2005

Dear Deidre,

Phil was one of the most honest, sincere and loyal persons that I have ever known. I was privileged to have known him since I first came to Mobil in l982. We hit it off immediately and became friends. I often visited with him on business matters but when we were done, he talked fondly and lovingly of his "angels", you, Andrea and Amber. I will always remember Phil and the good times we shared and if you and your family ever need anything, you can always count on me. God bless and keep you always!

Larry Jones & Joan Kurz

Bill & Martha Blackwell

November 10, 2005

Dear Diedre,

It is with great sorrow to learn we have lost another friend. We have known Phil since he came to Mobil and as you know better than anyone else, he was a prince. May your memories of his good humor and good sense give you and your family great strength. Bless You, Bill & Martha

Tom Talasz

November 9, 2005

Deidre,

I was deeply saddened to hear about Phil. My sincerest of thoughts are with you and your family. Although I have not seen you in many, many years, please know that I will always remember and appreciate the years spent in Shawnee KS with you and Phil as neighbors, and the cherished friendships that were made while living at Trailridge. The experiences are memorable, fun and lasting.

Best regards,

Tom

Joe & Lynda Ellis

November 9, 2005

Even though we can't be with you physically, we are with you in our hearts, sharing the loss of our husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. We are also sharing in the wonderful joy, knowing that Phil has reached his ultimate achievement, the glory of life ever after. Imagine the joy that he and Betty will know when they are again re-united. He will also smile lovingly at his mother and his father, and do a little happy jig with his two nephews. Yes, there will be much celebrating in heaven and knowing this we must not mourn too long, nor too much. Phil would have none of that. We must all unite in our love for him and our love for one another, celebrating our lives and nourishing our families. Phil was my brother, yet he was much more than that to me. He was the father I never had. He was the confidant I always needed. He was my support in frustrating times. He was my best friend. Looking back at the times we had growing up, it's amazing to wonder how we survived with all our body parts intact, well, almost all of them (remembering when he lost the tip of his finger). When Phil didn't want to go to school, he would push me into a puddle of water, getting me soaking wet, so we had to turn around and go home, with a good excuse! There were many times and many secrets we shared, all part of being brothers. We may not have lived in close proximity to one another, but we were close in our love for one another. We both gloried in our families, sharing things thru the miles about our children, visiting when we could. As life progressed and we both became Grandfathers, we also shared those precious little things that our beloved grandchildren would do, bringing a smile to both our faces. Yes, we will all miss Phil and we will continue to remember him thru our lives, loving him forever. Boat on through the heavens, Phil!

Leonard McCauley

November 9, 2005

Phil was Good as any Man,Better than most.

Kathy and Dierk McWilliams

November 9, 2005

We are very sorry to hear of Phil's passing. Those early years with all our children were some of the best. Our throughs and prayers are with you, Deidre and the girls.

Wanda (Hutchcraft) Peacock

November 8, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss. We (Vern,Wanda,Amy, & Todd Hutchcraft) had lots of great times at the lake with you, Phil, your girls, and all the kids. Deidre may God Bless you and the girls.

Anna Belle Hanks

November 8, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

A retired Mobil Oil Credit Corp employee.

ANNA BELLE

Jackie Pounds

November 8, 2005

Deidre and Family,

Although we haven't been in touch for many years we were once next door neighbors on 80th Street and shared some great times. I just want to say how sorry we are for your loss and I will keep you in my prayers.

Jackie , Janiece, Kim & Mickie

Ken and Marti Miller

November 8, 2005

After working with Phil for many of his 32 years at Mobil, we knew him as a dedicated employee and good friend. We will miss his good humor and his optimism. We send our prayers for God's comfort to Phil's family.

Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results