Obituary for Thomas A. Phillips
Thomas A. Phillips, 76, of Venice Florida, passed away on November 11, 2021, in Florida. Thomas was born on April 4, 1945, in Coraopolis, a son of the late Harris and Vesta (McElhaney) Phillips.
Mr. Phillips was a graduate of West Allegheny School District. After graduating high school, Tom went on to receive a Bachelor’s degree in business from the University of Pittsburgh. Using the knowledge that he gained from his schooling, Mr. Phillips started his own business, Thomas A. Phillips and Associates, where he worked as an information systems consultant. Although his business was a major part of his life, being an active member of his churches was a priority. Thomas was a faithful member of Noblestown United Methodist and North Port United Community Church of Christ. There he belonged to many different clubs and participated in all the church events he could. He loved his church and his family very much. Being an active part of his wife, children’s, and grandchildren’s lives was very important to him.
Surviving is his wife, Darlene E. (Campbell) Phillips, his sons, Thomas A. (Roxanne) Phillips, Jr., and James L. (Kelly Williams) Phillips, and his grandchildren, Ashley Lynn, Courtney Ann, and Karen Jo Phillips, siblings, Pat (Sam) Dugan, and Eileen (Frank) Rumsey.
Along with his parents, Thomas is preceded in death by his brothers, Harris (Edna Mae) Phillips and Clarence (Joannie) Phillips.
All arrangements are private and entrusted to Thomas-Little Funeral Service, Inc. and Crematory, 5000 Noblestown Rd., Oakdale (724-693-2800). In lieu of flowers donations may be made to North Port Community United Church of Christ, 3450 S. Biscayne Dr., North Port, FL 34287.
Mr. Phillips was a graduate of West Allegheny School District. After graduating high school, Tom went on to receive a Bachelor’s degree in business from the University of Pittsburgh. Using the knowledge that he gained from his schooling, Mr. Phillips started his own business, Thomas A. Phillips and Associates, where he worked as an information systems consultant. Although his business was a major part of his life, being an active member of his churches was a priority. Thomas was a faithful member of Noblestown United Methodist and North Port United Community Church of Christ. There he belonged to many different clubs and participated in all the church events he could. He loved his church and his family very much. Being an active part of his wife, children’s, and grandchildren’s lives was very important to him.
Surviving is his wife, Darlene E. (Campbell) Phillips, his sons, Thomas A. (Roxanne) Phillips, Jr., and James L. (Kelly Williams) Phillips, and his grandchildren, Ashley Lynn, Courtney Ann, and Karen Jo Phillips, siblings, Pat (Sam) Dugan, and Eileen (Frank) Rumsey.
Along with his parents, Thomas is preceded in death by his brothers, Harris (Edna Mae) Phillips and Clarence (Joannie) Phillips.
All arrangements are private and entrusted to Thomas-Little Funeral Service, Inc. and Crematory, 5000 Noblestown Rd., Oakdale (724-693-2800). In lieu of flowers donations may be made to North Port Community United Church of Christ, 3450 S. Biscayne Dr., North Port, FL 34287.