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ROBERT T.M. PHILLIPS, MD
Dr. Robert T.M. Phillips, 62, 20 year resident of Annapolis, nationally renowned forensic psychiatrist and medical-legal educator, died Friday, April 18, 2014 in Tampa, Florida, after a valiant, 14-year battle with myelofibrosis. He is survived by his wife, Ana Maria Phillips; four children, Nicole (Marcus) Brown of Bakersfield, CA, Tiana (Jon) Mason, of Northridge, CA, Spencer Phillips and Alex Phillips, of Annapolis, MD; grandchildren Sidney and Cameron Brown and Jayden, Brandon, and Summer Mason; sister Denise Warner of Northridge, CA; and nephews Matthew and Justin Warner. A visitation will be held Sunday, from 5 pm to 8 p.m. at the Hardesty Funeral Home on 12 Ridgely Ave., Annapolis, Maryland. A funeral Mass will be offered on Monday, April 28, at 10:30 a.m., at St John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401 Interment Private. Online condolences may be placed atwww.hardestyfuneralhome.com
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Bob Randolph
April 19, 2022
Robert was a friend. He was very smart and (sometimes) funny. He was good to talk with -- and he is missed.
Capt. Bob
June 21, 2020
Dr. Robert was a great guy. Smart - funny, friendly. I knew him from boating on the Bay (I work on boats and helped him get his boat). Remowned in his profession - and had about every degree you can think of. Simply - a special guy. Miss him.
Elizabeth (Betty) Finnigan
April 19, 2019
On this the fifth anniversary of Bob's passing his legacy of excellence in all undertakings remains. His family will always have a true hero to emulate. May his memory be eternal.
ELizabeth ( Betty) Finnigan
May 11, 2014
It was Bob's efforts that brought Whiting Forensic Institute into compliance with hospital standards. His vision,intellectual brilliance, and genuine concern were hallmarks of true leadership. His openness to new ideas and understanding of complex situations was unparalleled. Bob will always be remebered for his love of life and family. The country has lost a giant of a man. God rest His soul. He remains in my prayers.
Carol Ann Leal
April 29, 2014
Dearest Ana Maria:
Today, purely by chance, I learned of Bob's recent death, was deeply saddened, did not believe what I'd been told until I read this obituary, and now, regret that I have missed his funeral mass. At the moment, I am flooded with memories of the courtly manner, intellectual brilliance, richness, and crystalline clarity of his delivery of complex concepts in the field of psychiatry, in general, and forensic psychiatry, in particular. May God bless, support, and otherwise strengthen you, your sons, and the rest of your family with the abundance of shared and cherished memories of the your lives with Bob.
I hope that we may get together at some point in the not too distant future.
PS: I'm now on staff at Springfield Hospital Center in Sykesville and would love to hear from you.
Judge Milton Lee
April 29, 2014
I was greatly saddened to learn of Dr. Phillips passing. I recently had the pleasure of working with Dr. Phillips and immediately recognized his dedication and commitment to his craft and most importantly his patients. Dr. Phillips was committed to excellent and compassion for all who crossed his professional and personal paths. We are all better as a result of our experience with Dr. Phillips.
My deepest sympathy to his family for a loss that will not easily pass. Please know that many others share in your loss and want you to know that you will remain in our thoughts.
Carol Davis
April 27, 2014
Those of us who worked with Dr. Phillips during his time at the APA were amazed at his energy and devotion. The field will miss him as will his many friends.
April 25, 2014
There is never an age, we will not miss such a wonderful love one, it always seem too soon. May, you find comfort with family and friends as well as having so many happy memories & prayers to fill your hearts forever. May, it also be comforting to know that you can call on God and his tender mercies will carry you through your sorrows.
Marilyn King
April 25, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Phillips. He was my boss during his time as Deputy Medical Director at the American Psychiatric Association. I will miss his smile, support and mentoring. He was a class act. May you find comfort in knowing Robert Phillips ran a good race and finished early. God bless you!
Raymond Scalettar
April 25, 2014
Robert was my friend and patient. His courage and indomitable spirit will never be forgotten. My sincere condolences to his beloved family.
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