The memory of Richard B. Phillips of Muskegon, Michigan, born in Boyne City, Michigan, who passed away on May 1, 2024 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Walter D. Phillips and Christina May Phillips (Taylor); his wife Janet Millis; his son-in-law Dennis Heaton; his siblings, Walter, Robert, William, Rudy Phillips and Flossie VanAvery; and his close friend Esther Trojanek.

He is survived by : his daughter Susan Heaton; his granddaughter Andrea "Andi" Adamson (Chad); his sisters, Dorothy Bush, Barbara Benton, Donna Maxwell (Donald) and Dianna Ockaski; and his close friend Sheila Cooley. He is also survived by 5 great-grandchildren.

Per Rich's wishes, the family requests no flowers. Instead, memorial contributions can be given to Church of God United, 1630 Harvey Street, Muskegon, Michigan 49442, or to Poppen Hospice Residence, 2065 E. Mt Garfield Road, Muskegon, Michigan 49444.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home