BORN

1929

DIED

2017

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Sparkman Funeral Home & Cremation Services

1029 South Greenville Ave

Richardson, Texas

Billy Phillips Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 9, 2017.

Billy Ross Phillips, age 87 of Richardson, Texas passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2017.

Bill was born on August 28, 1929 in Estelline, Texas, a son of Elvin and Erma Lee (McBrayer) Phillips.

He married Carol Lane Lewis on January 4, 1948 in Memphis, Texas.

He is survived by three daughters: Theresa Capretta of Houston, Texas, Billie (Ruth Stovall) Phillips of McKinney, and Linda (David) Fulton of Paris, Texas.

Three grandchildren: Rene Fulton of Austin, Texas, Dirk (Rachel) Fulton of Keller, Texas, and R.J. Capretta of Houston.

Two great grandchildren: Benjamin Nolan Fulton and Katherine Davie Fulton.

One sister: Venita Jonietz of Garland, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother: Wayburn Phillips and one grandson: Eric Wood.

Bill was a salesman all of his life. Selling appliances for Amarillo Hardware all over the Texas panhandle, our vacations were spent traveling to each tiny town before reaching Red River, NM. He worked at Fairmart Furniture in Borger, TX as manager for six years.

He then moved back to Amarillo Hardware as Director of the furniture gallery and in 1971 ,he moved to Fort Smith, Arkansas as the upholstery designer.

Moving on up, he retired as the National Sales Manager for Riverside Furniture Industry. Dad loved all of his sales reps and was extremely proud to work with such great people.

Dad was a "32nd Degree" is someone who is a full Member of the Scottish Rite, a well-known and heavily populated appendant body of Freemasonry; he is equal to all other Masons in the world, but is no higher in stature. He earned
his 50th + pin this year.

His creativity as a designer was unique and unparalleled.

Dad had the greatest laugh.

A memorial service and celebration of life for Bill will be held on Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 11:30 AM at the Sparkman Richardson Funeral Home, located at 1029 S. Greenville Avenue, Richardson, TX 75081.

in lieu of flowers donations can be made to:

Cal Farley's Boys Ranch
www.calfarley.org
P.O Box 1890
Amarillo, TX 79174
tax ID 75-0808768

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October 11, 2017

Peg Fickle

October 10, 2017

Heartfelt condolences are extended to your family at this difficult time. Seek the love and support God provides to help you cope during this time - Psalms 29:11

August 11, 2017

Joan Brasier

Dearest Billie and Ruthie,
I remember when we hosted your RISD retirement party and in the room walked your Dad. He was bigger than life as he worked the room,visiting all the guests and soon had everyone laughing, ready for the party at the end of a long workday for all. He then gathered all of us around and shared so many stories about your many fun times together and how special you were to him throughout your lives. We were charmed by both his great gift of story-telling and his love and pride in his daughter. It was a great day!

August 11, 2017

Gaylon Patterson

Bill was a long-time friend of me and my wife. We had many good time together.
He will be missed by not only by his family but his many friends, as well. Our condolences to his wife and children. Gaylon, Freda and Justin Patterson

August 11, 2017

Peg Fickle

Billie & Ruthie, you both have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your precious father. My his soul Rest In Peace, and may he be especially proud of his wonderful family!

August 11, 2017

James Perry

Bill Phillips was a dear friend who possessed an infectious laugh, intense loyalty,
and deep wisdom of the human spirit. His humor was wholesome and with a thought out motive to leave a situation in a positive frame of mind. His devotion to Carol, his daughters and their family was pure and firm. Donna and I loved Bill, as did everyone he touched. RIP Bill. Donna and Jim Perry

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