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Roger Harris Phillips, 74, of Greenville, peacefully passed away November 30, 2016.
Born in Eutaville, he was the son of Rita Cohen Phillips and the late Thomas Alexander Phillips. He graduated from Clemson University in 1964 with a BS degree in Electrical Engineering.
Roger retired from Fluor in 2010, working in the Engineering industry for 42 years. A well respected professional, he received his Professional Engineering License and was a certified PE in many states. In retirement, he enjoyed spending time woodworking, creating beautiful pieces that showed his passion for his craft.
He was a faithful, dedicated member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church since 1971.
Surviving, in addition to his mother, are his loving wife of 52 years, Linda Sexton Phillips; his son, Tom Phillips and his wife April; and daughter, Sharon Phillips Gilstrap and her husband Thomas. He was a devoted granddaddy to Madison, Will, Harris, Jake and Luke. Also surviving is his brother Jerry Phillips, of Goose Creek.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his sister Linda Rheuark, of Kinston, NC.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, December 4, 2016 at 3:00pm at Aldersgate UMC. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends Sunday afternoon from 1:30 – 2:45pm at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Aldersgate UMC, 7 Shannon Drive, Greenville, SC 29615.
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December 5, 2016
Steve Johnson
Tom and family ... So sorry to hear of Mr. Phillips passing my pray is that God give you and your family the strength for the days and weeks and mouths to come... Mr. Phillips was a very nice man I remember him from working at flour a well respected man...may God bless you and your family
December 5, 2016
Rosemary Chapman
Dear Linda, Rita, and Family, Roger will be missed. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, and son. My heart goes out to you all. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Sincerely, Rosemary Chapman
December 4, 2016
Linda, Mrs. Phillips, Tom, and Sharon, and all the kids....
I am so sorry I can not be there today with the family. My heart is sad and heavy for the loss of Uncle Roger. I have always loved him very much. May God be with everyone today and bring peace and understanding during this difficult time. I love you all and hope to see you soon. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone that is hurting.
December 4, 2016
Roberta Elliott Bowie Harrell
Linda,I am I am so sorry to hear about Roger's passing. I pray for Gods blessings to you and your family in helping you through this time with peace and understanding.
December 2, 2016
Jackie
So sorry to hear about Mr. Phillips death. His dad, Tom was a good friend of my husband, Stanley Edgeworth. May God give each of you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Blessings,
Jackie Edgeworth
December 2, 2016
Sissie Beane
Sharon and family I pray for peace for you all during this difficult time.
December 2, 2016
Ned Wilder
Linda, Tom ,April and family. I am so sorry to hear this sad news. You all are in my thoughts and prayers for God's peace and blessings in this time of sorrow.
December 2, 2016
Nat Ellis
Linda,
I am sorry to hear of Roger's passing.
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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