Shirley Phillips's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Grinnell, Iowa

Shirley Phillips

January 17, 1942 - October 15, 2025 (83 years old)

Grinnell, Iowa

Shirley Phillips's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Grinnell, Iowa

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Smith Funeral Home

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Shirley Phillips

January 17, 1942 - October 15, 2025 (83 years old)

Grinnell, Iowa

Shirley Phillips Obituary

The passing of Shirley Phillips of Grinnell, Iowa leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on October 15, 2025 at the age of 83. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Shirley Phillips to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Homer Dodson and Dorothea Shirer Dodson; and her husband Paul Phillips. She is survived by: her child Kelly Wiley (Doug) of Pella, IA; her grandchildren, Shawn, Rachel (Tyler) and David; her son Frederick Phillips (Kim) of Braselton, GA; her grandchildren, Jamie and Madison (Megan); her daughter Kimberly Streich (Glenn) of Cresco, IA; her grandchildren, Tori (Greg) and Coulton; her daughter Kathryn Ryerson (Brian) of Platte City, MO; her grandchildren, Hailey, Makenzie and Kaedon; Donna Keup (Sam). She is also survived by seven great-grandchildren.

If desired memorial contributions may be designated to the Grinnell Newburg School District to benefit the Paul Phillips 8th Grade Campout.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Funeral Home



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