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Thomas G. "Jerry" Phillips

1945 - 2020

Thomas G. "Jerry" Phillips obituary, 1945-2020, Charleston, SC

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Thomas Phillips Obituary

Thomas G. "Jerry" Phillips Goose Creek - Thomas G. "Jerry" Phillips, 74, of Goose Creek, SC, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Jerry was born July 30, 1945, in Wilmington, North Carolina, the son of Rita Cohen Phillips and the late Thomas Alexander Phillips of North Charleston. He was a 1963 North Charleston High School graduate, who attended Clemson University and ultimately received his degree from Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester TEC in 1967. Jerry retired from IBM after an accomplished career of over 30 years. In his retirement careers, he ran the custom frame shop of Butchie's By Design and enjoyed being a Senior Tax Analyst at H & R Block for the recent 16 years, enjoying serving his many customers. Respected, loving, kind, thoughtful, generous, dedicated, loyal, son, brother, husband, father, grandfather "Pop", uncle and friend. Jerry loved all things Clemson. Surviving are his mother, Rita Cohen Phillips of North Charleston; two sons, Troy A. Phillips and wife, Kelly, of Mt. Pleasant and Dr. Scott A. Phillips and wife, Jenny, of Anderson, SC; four granddaughters, Emily, Taylor, Macy and Olivia; three grandsons, Carter, Cameron and Landon. Jerry is also survived by his lifelong love and friend, Ilona "Butchie" Phillips of Hendersonville, NC. He will be greatly missed by many, including his buddies of the North Charleston ROMEO (Retired Old Men Eating Out) Club. He was a member of the Holly Hill Country Club, where he was an avid golfer for many years. Jerry was a Brother of Masonic Group Hammerton 332AFM. In addition to his father, he was predeceased by his sister, Linda Phillips Rheuark, of Kinston, NC, and his brother, Roger Harris Phillips, of Greenville, SC. Due to the extenuating circumstances of the Coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic, the funeral services will be private; however, a Celebration of Life will be announced by the family at a later date for Jerry's extended family and many friends. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Apr. 23 to Apr. 24, 2020.

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Brant Roberts

May 1, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and if there is anything we can do please let us know.

April 27, 2020

Both Tom and I are saddened to hear about Jerry. We always had delightful conversations ranging from his Father, Mother, sons, siblings, work, retirement, investments, insurance and politics. We will miss his candor, laughter and smile.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Rita, Troy & Scott.
Tom & Nanette

Rosemary Chapman

April 25, 2020

My heart and thoughts are with all of Jerry's family today, especially with Jerry's mother, Rita Phillips. Jerry was a great and supportive father and grandfather and a loving son. He will be missed and remembered by many. Sincerely, Rosemary Chapman

talmage (tanny &georgia) Hughston

April 25, 2020

PRAYERS FOR YOUR FRIENDS ALONG WITH YOUR FAMILY!!! GOD BLESS!!!

Frances JOHNSTON

April 25, 2020

My deepest sympathy goes to your
Family and my friend rita "your mother" so sorry to hear of your loss

Maggi YERGIN

April 24, 2020

Rest in Peace, my friend. What a wonderful mind you have. So very kind. We will think of you often and remember you with a smile.

Nelle Allen

April 24, 2020

So sorry to learn about Jerry's death.
WE ( Raymond and I) had falls in Feb. then he dies on March 2ns so I haven't
been to see Rita since early Feb. Now, I know I can't visit in the Elms.
My prayers and love to each of you,
Nelle

Charles Reed

April 24, 2020

Troy, sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Your dad was always a pleasure to be around. Barbara and I pray for comfort and peace to you and your family during this time.

Jane Freeman

April 24, 2020

My deepest sympathy is extended to Jerry's family. Jerry was a great Systems Engineer for Santee Cooper back in the IBM days. He was always professional and friendly. I also knew him from Butchies. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Harriet Hughston

April 24, 2020

You will missed.I Love you we had a lot of good times alot of lunches and dinners. I enjoyed sitting in your homes and watching TV together

Peggy Hanson

April 24, 2020

My deepest sympathy to Rita and the family.

Ronnie Broach

April 24, 2020

What a lifetime of memories I had with your family! Mr. Jerry, you will be missed! Thoughts and prayers for the family.

Dee Smith

April 24, 2020

RIP big guy, you were always the one I could discuss a tax question with and turn it into debate...lol
Your client always asked for the nice dressed smell good gentleman....we always knew who they were talking about! Lol

You will be greatly missed

Gerry Jasko

April 24, 2020

To Jerry's family and friends, please accept my heartfelt condolences. Jerry was an integral part of a great IBM team where I worked as a Field Manager during the 80's and 90's.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. God bless.

















jerry

Gerry Jasko

April 24, 2020

To Jerrys family and friends, please accept my condolences. Jerry was part of a great IBM team where I worked as a Field Manager during the 80's and 90's.
God bless everyone; my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tammy Rogers

April 24, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Jerry was our neighbor for many years and we had an opportunity to catch up for an hour or so a couple of months ago in Walmart Market. We had some good times for sure. He will be missed for sure. Rest in Peace

Harriet Hughston

April 24, 2020

You will me missed. Love you Jerry

Barbara Humphries-Miller

April 23, 2020

To the the Phillips Family, I am so sorry that Jerry has passed away. He was just too young to leave this world. I guess he is one of the last IBM CEs to go. I knew him when I worked at Med U in the early 70s and at DuPont when I worked there. Many a day he spent fixing broken machines in the computer room. I saw him at Butchie's after he retired and we always talked about all the guys we had worked with throughout our career. Jerry will be met by my daddy, Hugh, and John B, Jack P, Richard M, John W, Joe and some others I've forgotten. God Bless you Jerry, you were nice to work with. God Bless the Phillips family during this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Barbara Humphries Miller
An IBM kid

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