Leroy O. Phillips Obituary in Memphis at R.S. Lewis & Sons Funeral Home

Obituary For Leroy O. Phillips

Leroy O. Phillips was born on January 19,1933 to Emma and Anderson Phillips in Selma, AL. He grew up and attended school in the city. At an early age he joined Mt Ararat Baptist Church and was very active. He joined the Army in 1953 and served for 30 years. He married Juanita Smith in 1955 and their marriage was a journey that anyone could wish for. They spent time in several states and overseas. Traveling was one of the things that Leroy loved to do besides working in his Church. Being in the Army gave him and his family the opportunity to travel and visit a lot of countries and states in the USA. What a life they enjoyed traveling even after Retirement.

When Leroy retired, he was a member of the Ward Chapel AME Church in Junction City, KS where he served as an Usher and Steward. His second job started in Junction City and concluded in Ft Lauderdale, FL after his military retirement, was with the Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service.

The family moved to Ft Lauderdale, FL in the early nineties after the only grandchild was born. He joined the Mt Hermon AME Church and served as an Usher, a Steward and a member of the Beautification Committee until he relocated to Cordova, TN in 2005.

He and Juanita joined St Andrew AME Church in February 2006 and he has been a member of The Force, The Caregivers Group and The Spiritmen.

He leaves to mourn his two children, Adrienne Leronette Phillips Brown, Ronald Lydell Phillips and one granddaughter, Arissa Rhianon Brown Gonzalez (Ricardo). He also leaves one sister, Barbara Phillips, one brother, Lester Phillips, three sisters-in-law, Marvarene S Parker, Alma Jean Brazier and Dorothy Smith, and several nieces and nephews.

He also leaves some special friends: Milton & Berlin Ellerson, and Ellis Canty, Ft Lauderdale, FL and Donna Blackwell, of Cordova, TN.

The family will receive friends Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 10:00am-11:55am with a funeral service to follow at 12:00noon both will be held at St Andrew AME Church 867 S Pkwy E, Memphis, TN 38106.

Entombment will follow at Memphis Memory Gardens 6444 Raleigh Lagrange Rd., Memphis, TN 38134

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Remembering your wonderful father and wishing you comfort. ~ Cathy Anderson

My prayers are with you today as your father goes to reunite with your mother, a love affair that continues even in death. Bea Rush Adams

To my extended family, our thoughts and prayers are with you as you prepare to lay dad to rest. Know that even though we couldn't be there with you, we send our hugs and love to surround and embrace each of you. May God's love comfort you and His peace strengthen you during this time and beyond. My dad, Pastor Emeritus Albert Ware and my entire family also sends their prayers and love. We are here when you need us.
Your sister and nephew, Donna and Zion Clifton Portsmouth, VA

Day is done, gone the sun, from the Lakes, From the hills, From the Sky, All is well, Safely rest, God is Nigh, Fading light dims the sight and a Star gems the sky, gleaming bright from afar, drawing near falls the night, Thanks and praise for our days Neath the Sun, Neath. the Stars, Neath the Sky, as we go, this we know, God is Nigh. Old timers Military Group, Rest Our Brother Rest.

Adrienne & Ronald....you have my deepest heartfelt sympathies. Your father was a wonderful human being and I am so proud to have known him and your sweet mother.

I will miss he's ice tea

I extend my sincere sympathy to the Phillips family in the loss of Leroy. I remember when the family moved to the Memphis area. Leroy's mother-in-law & sister-in-law lived two doors from my family. Through the years I enjoyed their visits prior to their decision to move to Cordova, TN.
Letoy never met a stranger. It's ironic that we both were born on the same date- Jan. 19th. I will cherish our friendship. He will be missed. Rest In Peace Leroy. - Hollye M Shotwell

I am so sorry for your loss.💔 Mr. Philips is now with his beloved Juanita. ❤️ 🙏

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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