ᐅ Tennessee Death Notices 2009-2024
Phillips, Leslie, Leroy, Leota, Leonard, Leo, Lena, Lelve, Lela...

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▰ Leslie Eugene Phillips

Died February 15, … More Information
Leslie Eugene Phillips, born December 2, 1943 entered eternal life February 15, 2014 in Nashville, Tennessee. Leslie was 70.
Family members and close friends: , Betty Huffines

▰ Leroy Phillips

Died May 19, … More Information
Leroy Phillips, born February 20, 1935 went into the presence of the Lord on May 19, 2011 in Hixson, Tennessee. Leroy was 76. Tags: #Chattanooga #Tennessee #Leroy #Ruby #Phillips #Thedna #Crisp #Harris #Thomas #Hester #Humphreys #Harry #University #Knoxville #Crawford #State #United #Federal #Sixth #Court #Appeals #Supreme #Ramon #Unitarian #Nancy #John #Lisa #Garner #Michelle #Lorie #Matthew #Jenny #Elizabeth #William #Jack #Billy #Alice #Stinnett #Shirley #Dianne #Shelton #Contempt #Mark #Walnut #Bridge #Courts #American #Associations #Gavel #White #Life #Bank #Hospice #North #Highway #Hixson #Reverend #Honorable #Kitchen
Obituary: Leroy Phillips, Jr., 76, retired criminal defense attorney and author, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family May 19, 2011. He was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on 20, 1935 the oldest of 7 children of the late Leroy Phillips, Sr. and Ruby Humphreys Phillips. Predeceasing him were his sister Thedna Ann Crisp, grandparents, Leroy Phillips, Sr. and Ida Harris Phillips, and Thomas Humphreys and Hester Cash Humphreys.

listening with his father to a speech by Harry Truman on the radio, he decided at the age of 12 to become a lawyer. graduating from The University of Tennessee of Law in Knoxville in , 1960, Leroy began the practice of law in Chattanooga with the late Crawford Bean. He practiced law for 44 years, and retired in , 2005. He was admitted to the practice of law in the State Courts of Tennessee, the United States Federal Courts including the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. Leroy and the late Ramon Solomon were instrumental in establishing the first Unitarian Church in Chattanooga.

Survivors include his wife of 33 years, Nancy; his sons Tom (Debra) Phillips and John Phillips; his daughters Lisa (Jim) Garner and Michelle Farner, his grandchildren Lorie Taylor, Matthew, Jenny and Joe Garner, Elizabeth and William Farner. He is also survived by brothers Jack (Alice) Phillips and Billy Joe Phillips, and sisters Alice (Johnny) Stinnett, Shirley Harmon and Dianne (Dale) Shelton as well as 2 greatgrandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

In 1999, Leroy co-authored Contempt of Court with Mark Curriden, a book about a 1906 lynching on the Walnut Street Bridge and a series of events that established the U.S. Supreme Courts precedent to intervene in state criminal cases. Contempt of Court won the American Bar Associations Silver Gavel Award in 2000 for excellence in media and the arts and for fostering the American publics understanding if law and the legal system.

Leroy loved the practice of law. His family, children and grandchildren brought him great joy. He was well respected in the legal community and will be dearly missed by his friends and family.

The family would like to thank caregivers Lisa Boyd and Pam White along with the wonderful, caring and loving staff at Life s of Red Bank. We would also like to thank Hospice of Chattanooga for their loving care and support.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. May 21st and 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. May 22nd at the North Chapel of the Chattanooga on Highway 153 in Hixson. services will be held at 4:00 p.m. on May 22nd with Reverend & Honorable Samuel H. Payne officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to the Chattanooga Community Kitchen.

Please share your thoughts and memories online at www.ChattanoogaNorthChapel.com

by Chattanooga , North Chapel, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, Tennessee.

▰ Leota M (Stanley) Phillips

Died May 25, … More Information
Leota M (Stanley) Phillips, age 83 of Tullahoma, Tennessee, entered eternal life May 25, 2004.
Obituary published: May 26, 2004 in "Tullahoma N&G"

▰ Leonard R Phillips

Died February 26, … More Information
On February 26, 2004, Leonard R Phillips, 67, of Knoxville, Tennessee left us to live with the Father in his new eternal home.
Obituary published: February 27, 2004 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Leonard R Phillips

Died February 25, … More Information
Leonard R Phillips, age 67 of Knoxville, Tennessee, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home February 25, 2004.
Obituary published: February 26, 2004 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Leo Willis Phillips

Died February 25, … More Information
Leo Willis Phillips, born December 19, 1928 died on February 25, 2017 in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. Leo was 88. Tags: #Woodbury #Tennessee #United #Army #Frankfurt #Germany #Betty #Hanks #Nauheim #Paris #France #Guard #Nashville #Service #Michigan #Lincoln #Council #Post #Wyandotte #Goodlettsville #Dawn #Phillips #Danny #Amber #Vester #Duane #Linda #Deer #Dale #Gibraltar #Paula #Pratt #Damian #Rachel #Matthew #Karen #Josh #Larry #Leonard #Bryan #Austin #Grant #Spencer #Alex #Kane #Lindsey #Jessica #Hanna #Haleigh #Kade #Katelyn #Danee #Payton #Gavin #Stephen #Daniel #Wesley #Zachary #Michah #Kylee #Kynlee #Kaden #Grayson #Raven #Forest #Dickerson #Howard #Cemetary #Gallatin #Ryan #Gary #Special #Edge #Memorial
Obituary: Leo Willis Phillips died peacefully at his home on 25, 2017 at the age of 88.

He was born on 19, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan to Onie Turner Phillips and Johnie L. Phillips. He spent his childhood summers with relatives in Woodbury, Tennessee. At 17 years old, Leo joined the United States Army where he served as a medic during WWII. While stationed in Frankfurt, Germany, he met the love of his life, Betty Bleu Hanks, whose father was serving as a Lt. Col. in the U.S. Army. Leo and Betty were married in Bad Nauheim, Germany on 20, 1947 and honeymooned in Paris, France. He later served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserves in Nashville, TN.

Leo had a distinguished 30 year career with the U.S. Postal Service in Michigan. Upon his retirement, the Lincoln Park, Michigan City Council presented him with a proclamation honoring his dedication and hard work. Leo was a long time member of the VFW Post 1136 in Wyandotte, Michigan and served as the Post Commander from 1971-1972.

retirement, Leo and Betty relocated to Goodlettsville, Tennessee. No matter where he lived, Leo never met a stranger and quickly made friends. His quick wit and contagious smile made him a joy to be around and brightened everyones day. Leo will forever be remembered by his family and friends and will be greatly missed by all.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by daughter Dawn Marie Phillips, son Danny Leo Phillips, granddaughter Amber Phillips Vester, three sisters, and one brother.

In addition to his loving wife of 69 years, he is survived by three children Duane Phillips (Marie) Goodlettsville, TN., Linda Howard (Rex) Deer Park, TX., Dale Phillips (Cheryl) Gibraltar, MI., daughter-in-law Paula Phillips Pratt, KS. 11 grandchildren: Damian Phillips (Holly), Rachel Pack (Ryan), Matthew Phillips, Karen Pearson (Spencer), Josh Phillips (Lisa), Larry Wake (Alicia), Leonard Wake (Tarrah), Bryan Kejonen (Paige), Austin Phillips, Grant Phillips (Melissa). 20 great-grandchildren: Spencer Phillips (Lacy), Alex Forrest, Kane Vester, Lindsey Daniel (Keith), Jessica Phillips, Hanna Pearson, Haleigh Pearson, Kade Pearson, Katelyn Pearson, Danee Phillips, Payton Phillips, Gavin Phillips, Stephen Wake, Daniel Wake, Wesley Wake, Zachary Wake, Michah Wake, Kylee Kejonen, Kynlee Kejonen, Kaden Kejonen. 2 great-great-grandchildren: Grayson Daniel and Raven Phillips.

Visitation with the family will be on 27, 2017 from 4:00-8:00 PM at Forest Lawn 1150 Dickerson Road Goodlettsville, TN with services on 28, 2017 at 12:30 PM from the chapel of Forest Lawn with Rex Howard officiating. Interment will follow at the Nashville National Cemetary 1420 Gallatin Road S. Madison, Tennessee.

Active pallbearers with be grandsons. Honorary pallbearers: Ryan Pack, Spencer Pearson,
Dr. W. J. Hailey III, Gary Franks, members VFW Post 1136 Wyandotte, MI., and Special Friends at Edge Fitness .

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under the direction of Forest Lawn and Memorial Gardens, Goodlettsville, TN.

▰ Leo Willis Phillips

Died February 25, … More Information
Leo Willis Phillips, born December 19, 1928 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord February 25, 2017 in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. Leo was 88.
Family members and close friends: , Rebecca Weis, Dianna, Sandra Estelle Larson, Walter Hughes Mnpd, Barb Rauschenberger, Penny Jones

▰ Lena Hill Phillips

Died January 14, … More Information
Lena Hill Phillips went into the presence of the Lord on January 14, 2003 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Obituary published: January 15, 2003 in "Nashville Tenn"

▰ Lena Bell Phillips

Died February 24, … More Information
Lena Bell Phillips, of Etowah, Tennessee, departed this life Sunday February 24, 2003. Lena was 85.
Obituary published: February 25, 2003 in "MonroeCoAdDem"

▰ Lena (Bell) Phillips

Died February 16, … More Information
Lena (Bell) Phillips, age 85 of Teltico Plains, Tennessee, entered eternal life February 16, 2003.
Obituary published: February 17, 2003 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Lelve Phillips

Died October 02, … More Information
Lelve Phillips, age 77 of Kelso, Tennessee, entered eternal life October 2, 2000.
Obituary published: October 03, 2000 in "Huntsville Times (AL)"

▰ Lela Phillips

Died March 07, … More Information
Lela Phillips, of Knoxville, Tennessee, gained her wings on March 7, 2002. Lela was 88.
Obituary published: March 08, 2002 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Lela Phillips

Died March 06, … More Information
Lela Phillips, of Knoxville, Tennessee, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home March 6, 2002. Lela was 88.
Obituary published: March 07, 2002 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Lee F "Mikie" Phillips

Died March 11, … More Information
Lee F "Mikie" Phillips, of Oliver Springs, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 11, 2008. Lee was 65.
Obituary published: March 12, 2008 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Lee Arthur Phillips

Died May 05, … More Information
Lee Arthur Phillips, age 37 of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away peacefully May 5, 2000.
Obituary published: May 06, 2000 in "Com-A"

▰ Leatha L (Johnson) Phillips

Died November 08, … More Information
Leatha L (Johnson) Phillips, age 71 of Memphis, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord November 8, 2003.
Obituary published: November 09, 2003 in "Com-A"

▰ Leatha L (Johnson) Phillips

Died November 11, … More Information
On November 11, 2003, Leatha L (Johnson) Phillips, 71 of Memphis, Tennessee passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: November 12, 2003 in "Com-A"

▰ Leamon Lee Phillips

Died September 01, … More Information
Leamon Lee Phillips died unexpectedly on September 1, 2000 at the age of 80 in Jackson, Tennessee.
Obituary published: September 02, 2000 in "Com-A"

▰ Leah Elizabeth Lashane Phillips

Died May 12, … More Information
Leah Elizabeth Lashane Phillips, born December 30, 2015 departed this life Sunday May 12, 2016 in Tullahoma, Tennessee. Leah was 0.

▰ Lawrence D Jr Phillips

Died October 02, … More Information
Lawrence D Jr Phillips went into the presence of the Lord on October 2, 2012 in Memphis, Tennessee.
Obituary published: October 03, 2012 in "SO BAY D-B (CA)"

▰ Lawrence Haywood Phillips, Sr

Died November 09, … More Information
Lawrence Haywood Phillips, Sr , born August 13, 1940 entered eternal life November 9, 2016 in Unionville, Tennessee. Lawrence was 76.

▰ Lawrence Edward Phillips

Died January 26, … More Information
Lawrence Edward Phillips, born August 31, 1945 entered eternal life January 26, 2019 in Kingsport, Tennessee. Lawrence was 73.

▰ Laverne Laverne Phillips

Died June 25, … More Information
Laverne Laverne Phillips, born March 31, 1939 passed away peacefully June 25, 2017 in Tennessee. Laverne was 78.

▰ Laverne "Bunny" Phillips

Died June 25, … More Information
Laverne "Bunny" Phillips, born March 31, 1939 went to be with the Lord on June 25, 2017 in East Ridge, Tennessee. Laverne was 78.
Family members and close friends: , Deborah Simmons, Gwendolyn Caldwell

▰ Laurence Phillips

Died May 14, … More Information
Laurence Phillips, age 82 of Norris, Tennessee, died on May 14, 2000.
Obituary published: May 15, 2000 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Laura (Proffitt) Phillips

Died December 28, … More Information
Laura (Proffitt) Phillips, 64, went to be with the Lord on December 28, 2011 in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Obituary published: December 29, 2011 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Laura "Etta" (Daniels) Phillips

Died October 01, … More Information
Laura "Etta" (Daniels) Phillips, age 76 of Knoxville, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord October 1, 2005.
Obituary published: October 02, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Laura "Etta" (Daniels) Phillips

Died September 30, … More Information
Laura "Etta" (Daniels) Phillips, a resident of Knoxville, Tennessee for decades, died September 30, 2005 in Knoxville, Tennessee at the age of 76.
Obituary published: October 01, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Latoya Denise Phillips

Died June 09, … More Information
Latoya Denise Phillips, born March 19, 1976 entered Heaven's gates on June 9, 2017 in Memphis, Tennessee. Latoya was 41.
Family members and close friends: , Marcus Phillips, Cateria Townsend

▰ Larry Lewis Rev Phillips

Died March 30, … More Information
Larry Lewis Rev Phillips, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 30, 1998. Larry was 53.
Obituary published: March 31, 1998 in "Chattanooga F-P"

▰ Larry Gene Phillips

Died February 27, … More Information
Larry Gene Phillips, of Petros, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord February 27, 1999. Larry was 48.
Obituary published: February 28, 1999 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Kyle C Sr Phillips

Died February 20, … More Information
Kyle C Sr Phillips, age 84 of Knoxville, Tennessee, died on February 20, 2004.
Obituary published: February 21, 2004 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Kyle Martin Phillips

Died July 05, … More Information
Kyle Martin Phillips, born September 7, 1961 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 5, 2020 in Pulaski, Tennessee. Kyle was 58.
Family members and close friends: , Melissa Minatra-firetti, Felicia Marks, Rebeccah Raye Phillips

▰ Kristie Dawn (Vick) Phillips

Died September 30, … More Information
Kristie Dawn (Vick) Phillips, of Tennessee, born in Henderson, North Carolina, passed from this world into the next September 30, 2010. Kristie was 34.
Obituary published: October 01, 2010 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Killmer Phillips

Died August 17, … More Information
Killmer Phillips, age 78 of LaFollette, Tennessee, joined the Lord August 17, 2000.
Obituary published: August 18, 2000 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Kenneth Wayne Phillips

Died September 28, … More Information
Kenneth Wayne Phillips, age 44 of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, died on September 28, 2001.
Obituary published: September 29, 2001 in "Nashville Tenn"

▰ Kenneth W Phillips

Died October 08, … More Information
Kenneth W Phillips, born March 22, 1941 entered into eternal rest October 8, 2010 in Greeneville, Tennessee. Kenneth was 69. Tags: #Virginia #Greeneville #Debra #Henrietta #Rhonda #Rita #Brittany #Ronda #Louise #Tracy #Brandi #Lisa #Cathie #Mountain #Kiser- #Hill #Graceland #Gardens
Obituary: Kenneth Bo Phillips, age 69, of Hardin Street, Greeneville, died afternoon, 8, 2010 at his home.

He was retired.

Mr. Phillips is survived by his housemate: Virginia Herron of Greeneville; his girlfriend: Debra Hanks of Greeneville; special caregivers: Virginia Mathes, Henrietta Boles, Rhonda Laws, Rita Bailey, Brittany Sizemore, Ronda Sexton, and Louise Fannon; special teachers: Tracy Jackson, Brandi Coffee, Lisa Laney, and Cathie Dearstone; and his family and friends at Mountain Visions.

The family will receive friends from 10-11 a.m. at Kiser-Rose Hill preceding the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. , 12, 2010 in Kiser-Rose Hill Chapel. Rev. T. J. Malinoski will officiate.

Inurnment will follow in Graceland Memorial Gardens.

▰ Kenneth Phillips

Died March 12, … More Information
Kenneth Phillips, born August 17, 1965 died March 12, 2017 in Mountain City, Tennessee. Kenneth was 51.

▰ Kenneth R Phillips

Died December 21, … More Information
Kenneth R Phillips went into the presence of the Lord on December 21, 2016 in Centerville, Tennessee.

▰ Kenneth Berl Phillips

Died June 21, … More Information
Kenneth Berl Phillips, born April 13, 1932 entered into eternal rest June 21, 2015 in Memphis, Tennessee. Kenneth was 83. Tags: #Mary
Obituary: Kenneth was born on 13, 1932 and passed away on , 21, 2015. Kenneth was a resident of Memphis, Tennessee at the time of passing. Kenneth was married to Mary.

▰ Kelsie Phillips

Died May 12, … More Information
Kelsie Phillips left this earth on May 12, 2015 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Helenwood, Tennessee.

▰ Kay Frances (Thomas) Phillips

Died October 01, … More Information
Kay Frances (Thomas) Phillips, age 68 of Knoxville, Tennessee, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord October 1, 2005.
Obituary published: October 02, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Kay Frances (Thomas) Phillips

Died September 30, … More Information
Kay Frances (Thomas) Phillips, age 68 of Knoxville, Tennessee, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home September 30, 2005.
Obituary published: October 01, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Kay Frances Phillips

Died September 29, … More Information
Kay Frances Phillips left this earth on September 29, 2005 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Obituary published: September 30, 2005 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Kay Phillips

Died October 18, … More Information
Kay Phillips, age 37 of Knoxville, Tennessee, died on October 18, 2007.
Obituary published: October 19, 2007 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Kathy (Wisdom) Phillips

Died September 20, … More Information
Kathy (Wisdom) Phillips, of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home September 20, 1998. Kathy was 48.
Obituary published: September 21, 1998 in "Times-Daily (AL)"

▰ Kathy (Wisdom) Phillips

Died September 20, … More Information
Kathy (Wisdom) Phillips, age 48 of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, went into the presence of the Lord on September 20, 1998.
Obituary published: September 21, 1998 in "Nashville Tenn"

▰ Kathy (Mcafee) Phillips

Died November 08, … More Information
Kathy (Mcafee) Phillips, of Morrison, Tennessee, passed from this world into the next November 8, 2005. Kathy was 54.
Obituary published: November 09, 2005 in "Tullahoma N&G"

▰ Kathryn (Wilson)[Wojnar] Phillips

Died October 11, … More Information
Kathryn (Wilson)[Wojnar] Phillips, age 78 of Tennessee, born in New York, died on October 11, 2008.
Obituary published: October 12, 2008 in "Knoxville N-S"

▰ Kathryn (Wilson)[Wojnar] Phillips

Died October 09, … More Information
Kathryn (Wilson)[Wojnar] Phillips, of Tennessee, born in New York, went to be with her Lord and Savior October 9, 2008. Kathryn was 78.
Obituary published: October 10, 2008 in "Knoxville N-S"
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