Terrence (Terry) Phillips
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Surrounded by his family, Terrence (Terry) Phillips died May 1, 2023, of complications from bladder cancer.
Born November 20th, 1957, to Lewis and Carolyn Phillips, Terry married Deanna Tebo in 1996 at First United Methodist Church, Lawrence They have one daughter, Madelyn Anne Irene.
After graduating from New Mexico State University with a business degree, he was employed by Sprint/Ericsson for 39 years as a highly respected Manager, Transport Engineering.
His passion was taking meticulous care of his yard, gardening at the farm and watching and listening to Kansas thunderstorms from the porch at home or the lake. He loved watching Jayhawk football and basketball games. And he thrived on taking care of his family and absolutely loved being Madelyn’s father. He had a real soft spot for his dog, Harley.
Terry is survived by his wife and daughter, sister Constance (Rick) Soloway and brother Jon (Vickie) Phillips as well as his sister-in-law Dana Tebo, and his nephew Chris (Emma) and nieces Taylor and Katelyn.
A Celebration of Life will be held May 8th, 2023, 11:00 am at First United Methodist Church, 946 Vermont St., Lawrence.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial donations to LMH Health oncology services in recognition of the outstanding, kind and compassionate care Terry received. Donations may be sent in care of the Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Our hearts go out to the Phillips family, and to the Tebos. Also we send love to Harley.
Deanna, Maddie….I am so sorry, keeping you both in my heart and prayers.
Linda Lester
As long as you live, he too shall live as your remember him.
My deepest condolences to you and yours. You’ll
meet again in Heaven. And he’s no longer suffering.
Craig
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this tough time.
I will miss Terry. When I heard the news, I was stunned. Every interaction I had with Terry was positive. We worked through some challenges together, and he always found a way to help the team get things done. Never rash, always calm, very pragmatic. He’s part of our Ericsson family, and we will miss him.
One of the best men, and dear friends, that I have known in my lifetime. We worked together nearly every day for 14 years, and I had the privilege of knowing Terry both professionally and personally. True friendship is centered on accepting the person for who they are, while also helping them become who they can be – Terry was that friend for me and many others. He was defined by his commitment to personal excellence, patience in all things, and kindness in the face of chaos. Terry always displayed grace, class, and kindness to others. I will truly miss his wisdom, mentorship, and conversations trivial and significant we shared over the years. Looking forward to soon remembering Terry not in the sorrow of the moment but in the joys of the past.
I am very sorry for your loss. No words of sympathy can convey our hearts to you.
I will miss Terry. His compassion and patience were always front and center. After 20+ years as a manger I worked with every day, he was definitely a special person in my life. My heart goes out to all of his family. We should all celebrate such a great life as Terry.
So very sorry you have lost Terry, Dee and Maddy. Sending much love and hugs. Blessings and prayers are winging your way this day.
My sincerest condolences to the family of Terrence Phillips. I was blessed to work with Terrence on many occasions over the years at Sprint/Ericsson. I admired his unwavering passion for people and results. He will truly be missed. I pray you find comfort in your heartfelt memories.
Our hearts go out to you
My condolences to Terrence’s family. Terrence was my manager for many years in the 911 group at Sprint/Ericsson we had good time and bad times but I can honestly say he was instrumental in choices I have made that led me to where I am right now and that is a good thing.
May Deanna and Maddie find the peace and comfort that need to help them through this difficult time.
The absolute best uncle I could ever ask for