Charles (Charlie) Wilbur Phillips

Charles (Charlie) Wilbur Phillips, of Toledo Ohio, affectionately known as husband, Dad and most importantly, Papa, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Sept. 30, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 77.

Charlie was born in Fremont, Ohio to Cloyce & Betty (Marsh) Phillips. He was raised in Gibsonburg, Ohio. Charlie graduated from Gibsonburg High School and was drafted into the US Army. He worked for the railroad and retired from Johnson Controls. Second to his family came Charlie’s love of cars, fishing, and playing cards with his wife Judi and friends Betty & Dave Ross. He also enjoyed many years relaxing at the campground. Charlie was always working on something, and usually not for himself but for others. You could count on Charlie to know how to fix or build something. He often did it without being asked, that was Charlie.

 Charlie is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Judith (Genson) Phillips, sons Tom (Kristy) Phillips, Nicolas Avalos (Melissa), daughters Jennifer (John) Pratt, Jodi (Brian)Fryman-Reed, Jill (Jacob) Duwve; 15 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; long time family friend, Betty Ross; and special neighbor and friend Josh Sobczak. He also leaves behind sister Kathy (Nelson) Boice, along with several nieces and nephews. We can’t forget Jaxon, his canine companion and side kick who rarely left his side during his final days. He was proceeded in death by his parents; sisters Sharon McDaniels and Jonnie Haunlorst; and best friend AKA “brother from  another mother”, Dave Ross.

  Family and friends are invited to celebrate Charlie at 11:00 a.m. on Friday,October 18, 2024, at Athens Missionary Baptist Church, 101 Breckman St, Walbridge, Ohio 43465.

Special thanks to Hospice of Northwest Ohio for your compassion and guidance and Athens Missionary Baptist Church for offering your community of service.