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Fred Phillips

July 17, 1928 - November 30, 2012
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Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Monday 12/3
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Sunday 12/2, 2:05 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705

Fred Phillips, 84, passed peacefully from this earth on Friday, November 30, 2012 and was welcomed home in the loving arms of his Lord. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Monday, December 3, 2012 at First Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Sunday at the funeral home.Fred Phillips was born July 17, 1928 to Edgar and Virgie Phillips in Howard County. He attended Howard County schools and graduated from Big Spring High School. He graduated from Howard County Junior College, attended McMurry, and received a BBA from West Texas College in 1951. He served in the Korean War before returning to Big Spring to farm.Fred married Dora Yater, his wife of 50 years, on August 25, 1955. They began their life together in Knott, Texas and later Big Spring.Fred was a devout Christian and was a member of First Baptist Church. He loved supporting and going to church.Through many years of farming, Mr. Phillips accumulated land in Martin and Howard counties. He loved the process of growing cotton. He was selected Agricultural Producer of the Year in 1993 as was his father earlier and his son later.Fred enjoyed life. Not only did he love work, but he found pleasure in family and friends. He loved his 42 bunch on Saturday night, his fishing trips to Lake Mathis, family trips to the Lake LBJ in the summer, and the Dallas Cowboys.Mr. Phillips was preceded in death by his wife, Dora; his parents, Edgar and Virgie; and his sister, Dot Yater.He is survived by his children Marcus and wife, Genia of Big Spring; Ilene Phillips of Coppell, Texas; granddaughter Brandie Phillips; step-grandson Andy Neel and his daughter Tatum, all of Big Spring.Mr. Phillips has 3 surviving siblings, Frances Ringener of Big Spring; Edgar Allan Phillips and wife, Amy of Granbury; and Sandra Beard and husband, Bubba of Granbury.Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.The family wishes to thank Jovita Jimenez, Irene Hinojosa, Philip Ringener, Alex Hinojosa, Kay Graham, Mary Sanchez and Delia Ybarra for their caretaking.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to Home Hospice 111 E. 7th St., Suite A, Big Spring, Texas 79720 or to First Baptist Church, 705 W. FM 700, Big Spring, Texas 79720.Pallbearers are Phillip Ringener, Sam Calvio, Craig Dunnam, Bubba Beard, Jim Sinclair and Gregg Newton.Honorary pallbearers are Alex Hinojosa, Ben Aguinaga, Jose Aguinaga, Manuel Pina, Mauro Aguinaga, Juan Cervantes, Pablo Baldebas, and Silvero Aguinaga.Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,

Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Monday 12/3
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Sunday 12/2, 2:05 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map

Fred Phillips, 84, passed peacefully from this earth on Friday, November 30, 2012 and was welcomed home in the loving arms of his Lord. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Monday, December 3, 2012 at First Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PMContinue Reading

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Janene Shive Gryder left a message on January 7, 2013:
Marcus, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I know it leaves a void that can never be filled. Janene
Terry Phillips left a message on December 3, 2012:
It is with great sorry that I learned today that Fred had passed away. He was one of the finest men I know and one of my favorite cousins. He will be greatly missed by all those that had the honor of knowing him. To his family and friends - Linda and I offer our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy.Terry PhillipsMidland, Texas
Kandis Myrick Brown left a message on December 3, 2012:
Ilene, Marcus and family -I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. We are praying that the Lord wraps his arms around you all during this very difficult time. Your Dad was such a sweet man. Cherish the memories.Hugs and Prayers, Kandis
Don Phillips left a message on December 3, 2012:
Fred and I were not close as cousins, but I had a great admiration for his farm work, business sense and interest in the family. Bless all of you on his departure.Don
Local Adult Sunday School Class left a message on December 1, 2012:
Our Adult Sunday School Class is committed to praying for those who are grieving. Please accept our sincere sympathy in your loss and be assured of the prayers of the members of our class.
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Emily Wilkin left a message on December 1, 2012:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Ilene and your family at this most difficult time.Emily Wilkin
donna bonenberger left a message on December 1, 2012:
At peace in God's hands a kind and loving man and wonderful caring friend. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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