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To Tina and Ronnie I'm every sad about your dad and God bless yall. Your dad was a good person and always liked to play the guitar too.
Birth date: Feb 1, 1939 Death date: Mar 19, 2022
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Robert L. Phillips, Jr., 83, of Damascus, VA passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at his residence. He was born in Washington County, VA on February 1, 1939, a son of the late Robert Lee Phillips, Sr. and Fannie Dowell Phillips. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Cora Riley Phillips; one son, Terry Phillips; one brother, Bill Martin; and three sisters, Arlene Shumate, Gerlene Rosenbaum, and Laura Umbarger. He had lived in Martinsville and Radford, VA for a few years prior to moving back to Damascus, VA in 1969. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Robert retired from Columbus McKinnon Corporation after 31 years of service. He was a member of Damascus Senior Citizens where he played the guitar in their band. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. He attended High Point Baptist Church. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Doris Widener Phillips; one daughter, Tina Widener; one son, Ronnie Phillips; four step-children, Paul Odum (Anita), Mark Odum (Becky), Larry Odum (Missy Bellamy), and Debbie Odum (Shane Allen); 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at Garrett Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 7:00 pm Tuesday in the Riverview Chapel at Garrett Funeral Home with Pastor David Critcher and Pastor Robby Coggins officiating. The committal service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 am Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at Sunset Memorial Park in Damascus, VA with U.S. Army National Guard Honor Guard and Highlands Veterans Honor Guard conducting military graveside rites. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to Damascus Senior Citizens, 209 Legion St., Damascus, VA 24236. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting www.garrettfuneralhome.com. Mr. Phillips and his family are in the care of Garrett Funeral Home, 203 N. Shady Ave., Damascus, VA 24236; ph.#: (276) 475-3631.Read Obituary
To Tina and Ronnie I'm every sad about your dad and God bless yall. Your dad was a good person and always liked to play the guitar too.
Sorry to hear of Robert passing. We talked about hunting and fishing at work (CM) He trained me on his job before he retired. I know he will be missed by all. Prayers for the family.
Robert S. (Homer) Hawkins
Doris, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Robert. You will be in our prayers. It seems like only yesterday, when we attended church together, but life changes and we all move on in different circles. God Bless You and Your Family. Your Friends, Fred & Carol Kaurish
Sheriff Blake Andis and the Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office would like to express their sympathy in the death of Robert Phillips, Jr. If our Sheriff’s Office can be of assistance to you during your time of sadness, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sheriff Andis and Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office
Doris and Family -- Paul and I are sorry to hear of your husband's passing. We are praying for you.
Doris and family, I am so sorry to hear of Robert's passing. You and the family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Henry