Mary E. Phillips

Mary E. Phillips, 88, of Milford, NJ, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at her home.

Born April 2, 1931 in Holland Township, NJ, Mary was a lifelong resident of Milford, NJ. She worked as a receptionist for Warren Medical in Holland Township, NJ, for many years. Mary also worked for many other physicians in Milford, over the years. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Mary loved playing cards and going to the beach. She was member of the Milford Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary and the Frenchtown American Legion Fidelity Post 113 Auxiliary.

Daughter of the late Russell and Rose (Woolf) Philkill, Mary is survived by son John R. Phillips, her two daughters Shirley A. Billiard and her husband John, and Debra A. Phillips, her six grandchildren Nancy, Elizabeth, John, Scott, Brooke, and Jack, and her two great-grandchildren Nathan and Emma. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Harold L. Phillips, Jr., her four brothers John, Albert, Arthur, and Edward Philkill, and her two sisters Ethel Lawson and Bessie Hughes.

The family will receive relatives and friends for a visitation on Sunday, May 19, 2019 from 12-2 PM at the Johnson-Funeral Home, 24 Church Road, Holland Township, NJ. Funeral services will follow at 2 PM with Pastor Linda Bullock officiating. Interment will follow at the Milford Union Cemetery in Milford, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Milford Fire Co., PO Box 25, Milford, NJ 08848.

Condolences

From: Fran Petiet
We are so sorry for your loss, we loved Mary, she always was the kindest person, I remember when I was young and she worked at the doctors office in Milford, she always made you feel relaxed and comfortable when you would be nervous and scared. She was such a sweetheart, never to be forgotten. Love Richie and Fran

From: Linda Kullman
Debbie,John,Shirley My love, thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Your mmother and the memories we have will be with us forever.

From: Claudia Moninghoff Brotzman
So sorry for your loss have many fond memories of your Mother growing up in Milford.

From: Tammy Sassaman
Many great memories of Mary and family growing up. Love and prayers to all.

From: Connie McNally
John,Deb,and Shirley, I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Mary at many of the Ladies Auxiliary dinners and Christmas parties. Please know that you are all in my family's thoughts and prayers. Love, Connie, Don and Sean

From: Dennis & Barbara Ramsby
To our Friends the Phillips. We're sorry to hear the passing of Mary. She was a great person, one of a kind. Best Lady and a great friend. She will always be in our thoughts. Our sincere condolence's to the family.

From: Rose kelly
My deepest condolences on the loss of you mom. It was a pleasure to know her and she will be missed . May you find peace in knowing how much joy and love you brought to her as a family through the years.

From: Sharon kunsman
Deb, Shirley and John Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. So sorry for your loss. Jerry and Sherry

From: Sue and Ross Gardinor
Prayers and sympathy to the Phillips family for the loss of Mary.

From: Jerry Philkill
So sorry to hear about the passing of Mary. Just found out today (5/20). She was a great lady. The last of the brothers and sisters... Sorry I missed the services.

From: Joyce Plum
Sending our thoughts and prayers to your entire family. We know what a great lady she was and how much she will be missed.

From: Donna L Yerkes
To Cousins and Family Members Sending my deepest and sincere sympathy to All who was close to Aunt Mary, a beautiful lady I will always remember. May her soul be at peace.

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