John "Dillard" Phillips's obituary , Passed away on January 18, 2025 in Gastonia, North Carolina

John "Dillard" Phillips

May 9, 1944 - January 18, 2025 (80 years old)

Gastonia, North Carolina

John "Dillard" Phillips's obituary , Passed away on January 18, 2025 in Gastonia, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McLean Funeral Directors

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John "Dillard" Phillips

May 9, 1944 - January 18, 2025 (80 years old)

Gastonia, North Carolina

John Phillips Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John Phillips of Gastonia, North Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John left this world on January 18, 2025 at the age of 80, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Phillips to show support.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping John's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Jake Phillips and Irene Dillard Phillips; his wife Jane; his brother Gary Phillips (Sharon) of Tacoma, Washington; his sister-in-law Cathy Tolbert (Don) of Gastonia; and his cousin Bascombe Hughes (Barbara) of Powder Springs, Georgia..

Because he had a passion for feeding feral cats, the family requests that you consider a donation in Dillard's memory to Gaston Low Cost Spay & Neuter Clinic, Attention: Terry Kenny, 425 W Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28052, or to a charity of your choice, in lieu of flowers.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McLean Funeral Directors



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