It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Fred Phillips, 79, who left us on December 7, 2024. Born to Fred and Mary Phillips, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. 

A proud graduate of St. Joseph’s College with a bachelor’s degree in management, Fred went on to serve his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was honored with the Commemorative Medal for Meritorious Service for his dedication and bravery. After his military service, he built a successful career in retail management and regional management for a large utility company in Midland, where his leadership was respected by colleagues and peers alike. Later in life, he worked as a mudlogger for Selman and Associates, where he continued to bring his strong work ethic and integrity to every project.

However, his greatest and most cherished role was that of husband and father. Fred poured his love and energy into providing a wonderful life for his family, always putting them first. His legacy is one of deep devotion, kindness and a commitment to making lasting memories with those he loved most.

?SURVIVORS:
3 daughters: Michelle Cockrell (husband Kip), Danielle Bedingfield (husband Jeremy) and Amber Shugrue (husband Shawn)

7 grandchildren: Hunter and Kaden Cockrell, Jonathan Bedingfield (wife Hartley), Kymberly Bryant (husband Braiden), Isabella Ervin, Harper and Parker Shugrue

2 great-grandsons: James and Logan

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jane Phillips; his parents: Fred and Mary Phillips; and his sister, Marilyn Embry.

Honorary Pallbearers: Kymberly Bryant, Isabella Ervin, and Harper Shugrue

Pallbearers: Jonathan Bedingfield, Hunter Cockrell, Kaden Cockrell, Parker Shugrue, Kip Cockrell, Jeremy Bedingfield and Shawn Shugrue
 

Fred will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his courage, and his strength. His memory will love on in the hearts of all who knew him.

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GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 11:00amET at the Brookside Cemetery in Campbellsville with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard

VISITATION: Friday, January 3, 2025 from 6:00pm-8:00pmET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home 

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE  DONATIONS TO THE NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY OR THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.