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Phillips, Walter Wayne

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Walter Wayne Phillips was born June 25, 1945 and he passed away peacefully at home on June 11, 2021. Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, William and Evelyn Phillips; his wife, Margaret Louise Nicholson Phillips; and his three brothers William Phillips, Robert Phillips and Ronald Phillips. Wayne is survived by his son, Gary Wayne Phillips; daughter-in-law, Christine Burks Phillips; grandsons, Ryan Alexander Phillips, age 15 and Jason Tyler Phillips, age 13; and his mother-in-law, Billie Nicholson. Wayne was born in Bakersfield, California to William Ray Phillips of Pike County, Arkansas, and Evelyn Mabel Miller Phillips of Palisade, Nebraska.  Ray and Evelyn and their family moved to Little Elm in the early 1950’s, where Wayne spent much time hunting and fishing in his childhood.  During his childhood and before starting school, Wayne developed the nickname of “Doodle”; he did not realize that Doodle was not his real name until he started school. Wayne graduated from Carrollton High School, in Carrollton, Texas in 1963.  After high school, he played baseball on the semi-pro level for a few years.  He was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the United States Army.  Upon honorable discharge from the Army, Wayne became a licensed electrician, becoming self-employed, working on many buildings in the Dallas area from the 1970’s until 1996, when he became employed by The Home Depot. He married Margaret Louise Nicholson on July 10, 1964 and they enjoyed 43 years of marriage and a wonderful family. Wayne’s life had some sadness in it, in the loss of his father who passed away at a young age, the passing of all three of his three brothers, as well as, the passing of his mother and his wife on the same day. But yet, through all of that, God’s grace was evident in his life.  Wayne knew and he understood the grace of Jesus Christ. He considered it a great blessing from God to have the opportunity to care for his wife, Margaret, as she lay captive to COPD in the later years of her life. Wayne was able to work and, at the same time, care for her at home until she went to meet her Lord February 22, 2007. Wayne was a member of The Northway Church of Dallas, Texas.  He was service oriented.  He served as a volunteer for Meals on Wheels for many years.  Many times, he found himself in personal service to others using his experience as an electrician.  He was a member of the Masonic Lodge #395 in Farmers Branch.  On his daily walk around Farmers Branch he talked with people about the gospel of Jesus Christ. While it has been said of some others, it is no less true for Wayne, that he went to sleep on this earth and he woke up in heaven.  He never thought of heaven as a place, but more to the point, it is where God is.  He readily understood that there would be no fluffy clouds to float on, while playing some kind of harp, but work. There would much work to be done in timeless, eternal, glorious celebration and praise of God, the Father and Jesus Christ, the Son. Services will be held at North Dallas Funeral Home, 2710 Valley View Lane, Dallas, TX 75234 – a visitation will be on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  The Funeral Service will be on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 11:00 am.  Graveside service will follow at 1:00 pm at Grove Hill Cemetery, Samuels Blvd., Dallas, Texas. Please leave the family condolences and share memories on this website.

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  1. Joseph Nicholson Jr says:

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Wayne. He was a really good man. He took really good care of my Aunt Billie, his mother in law. I remember him giving me some advice years ago when I was a very young man and thought that I knew everything. He served his country proudly in Vietnam and took care of his family and would help anyone in need. Rest in peace Wayne. Condolences to the family of Wayne Phillips.

    Joseph Nicholson Jr

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Wayne. He was a really good man. He took really good care of my Aunt Billie, his mother in law. I remember him giving me some advice years ago when I was a very young man and thought that I knew everything. He served his country proudly in Vietnam and took care of his family and would help anyone in need. Rest in peace Wayne. Condolences to the family of Wayne Phillips.

  2. Rachel C. Phillips says:

    Wayne was my last surviving uncle on my dad, Ronald’s, side of the family. I have fond memories of family luncheons after church, gathered tightly in Grandma’s old house in Farmer’s Branch. Uncle Wayne & Aunt Margie were good people, who will be missed and remembered always with love. See you again on brighter shores!

    Rachel C. Phillips

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    Wayne was my last surviving uncle on my dad, Ronald's, side of the family. I have fond memories of family luncheons after church, gathered tightly in Grandma's old house in Farmer's Branch. Uncle Wayne & Aunt Margie were good people, who will be missed and remembered always with love. See you again on brighter shores!

  3. Julie Scott says:

    Years ago, Wayne used to be my brother-in-law, as I was married to his brother, Ron. I remember him as a kind man, totally devoted to his wife, his son, his mother and the rest of his family. Sorry to hear of his passing. Heaven is a much better place filled with those who went before him. My sympathy to Gary and family.

    Julie Scott

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    Years ago, Wayne used to be my brother-in-law, as I was married to his brother, Ron. I remember him as a kind man, totally devoted to his wife, his son, his mother and the rest of his family. Sorry to hear of his passing. Heaven is a much better place filled with those who went before him. My sympathy to Gary and family.

  4. Kelly Romans says:

    I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Wayne was such a sweet man. He always had a smile on his face. Billie Gary and Kristy and family you are in our thoughts and prayers

    Kelly Romans

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Wayne was such a sweet man. He always had a smile on his face. Billie Gary and Kristy and family you are in our thoughts and prayers

  5. kaypemberton815@gmail.com says:

    Wayne was a wonderful friend to so many of us at Northway Church. He will always be remembered in our hearts.

    kaypemberton815@gmail.com

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    Wayne was a wonderful friend to so many of us at Northway Church. He will always be remembered in our hearts.

  6. Barbara Coop says:

    Walter “Wayne” Phillips was in my RLT graduating class of 1963. He married my cousin and was a valued member of our family. He was always so kind and helpful to all he met and knew. It is hard to believe he is gone, but I know he is now in Heaven and is reunited with Margie again. We will always miss you and remember you fondly. Barbara and james Coop.

    Barbara Coop

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    Walter "Wayne" Phillips was in my RLT graduating class of 1963. He married my cousin and was a valued member of our family. He was always so kind and helpful to all he met and knew. It is hard to believe he is gone, but I know he is now in Heaven and is reunited with Margie again. We will always miss you and remember you fondly. Barbara and james Coop.

6 thoughts on “Phillips, Walter Wayne”

  1. Joseph Nicholson Jr

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Wayne. He was a really good man. He took really good care of my Aunt Billie, his mother in law. I remember him giving me some advice years ago when I was a very young man and thought that I knew everything. He served his country proudly in Vietnam and took care of his family and would help anyone in need. Rest in peace Wayne. Condolences to the family of Wayne Phillips.

    Joseph Nicholson Jr

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Wayne. He was a really good man. He took really good care of my Aunt Billie, his mother in law. I remember him giving me some advice years ago when I was a very young man and thought that I knew everything. He served his country proudly in Vietnam and took care of his family and would help anyone in need. Rest in peace Wayne. Condolences to the family of Wayne Phillips.

  2. Rachel C. Phillips

    Wayne was my last surviving uncle on my dad, Ronald’s, side of the family. I have fond memories of family luncheons after church, gathered tightly in Grandma’s old house in Farmer’s Branch. Uncle Wayne & Aunt Margie were good people, who will be missed and remembered always with love. See you again on brighter shores!

    Rachel C. Phillips

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    Wayne was my last surviving uncle on my dad, Ronald's, side of the family. I have fond memories of family luncheons after church, gathered tightly in Grandma's old house in Farmer's Branch. Uncle Wayne & Aunt Margie were good people, who will be missed and remembered always with love. See you again on brighter shores!

  3. Years ago, Wayne used to be my brother-in-law, as I was married to his brother, Ron. I remember him as a kind man, totally devoted to his wife, his son, his mother and the rest of his family. Sorry to hear of his passing. Heaven is a much better place filled with those who went before him. My sympathy to Gary and family.

    Julie Scott

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    Years ago, Wayne used to be my brother-in-law, as I was married to his brother, Ron. I remember him as a kind man, totally devoted to his wife, his son, his mother and the rest of his family. Sorry to hear of his passing. Heaven is a much better place filled with those who went before him. My sympathy to Gary and family.

  4. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Wayne was such a sweet man. He always had a smile on his face. Billie Gary and Kristy and family you are in our thoughts and prayers

    Kelly Romans

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Wayne was such a sweet man. He always had a smile on his face. Billie Gary and Kristy and family you are in our thoughts and prayers

  5. kaypemberton815@gmail.com

    Wayne was a wonderful friend to so many of us at Northway Church. He will always be remembered in our hearts.

    kaypemberton815@gmail.com

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    Wayne was a wonderful friend to so many of us at Northway Church. He will always be remembered in our hearts.

  6. Walter “Wayne” Phillips was in my RLT graduating class of 1963. He married my cousin and was a valued member of our family. He was always so kind and helpful to all he met and knew. It is hard to believe he is gone, but I know he is now in Heaven and is reunited with Margie again. We will always miss you and remember you fondly. Barbara and james Coop.

    Barbara Coop

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    Walter "Wayne" Phillips was in my RLT graduating class of 1963. He married my cousin and was a valued member of our family. He was always so kind and helpful to all he met and knew. It is hard to believe he is gone, but I know he is now in Heaven and is reunited with Margie again. We will always miss you and remember you fondly. Barbara and james Coop.

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