Doris M. Phillips
January 9, 2008
Phillips, Doris M., 80, ret. Receptionist at Wesley Medical Center, passed away Wednesday, January 09, 2008. Rosary 7:00 P.M., Friday, January 11, Downing Lahey Mortuary East. Funeral Mass 10:00 A. M., Saturday, January 12, Church of the Magdalen. Preceded in death by her husband Robert A. Phillips. Survivors include son; Robert A. (Patricia) Phillips Jr. of Wichita; daughter; Mary (John F.) Mathis of Glenview, IL; sister; Regina Regan of New Rochelle, NY; grandchildren; Robert A. III, Lauren and Alex. Memorial has been established with Church of the Magdalen, 12626 E. 21st, Wichita, KS, 67206.
Rosary 7:00 P.M., Friday, January 11, Downing Lahey Mortuary East.
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Dear Mary and Family, You have our deepest sympathy. We were so happy to have had Doris in our family. She came to us with kindness and understanding. She will be deeply missed. Love, Theresia Mathis
Mary, You are in my thoughts during this difficult time following the loss of your mother. I’m sure that the devotion you showed and the care you gave to her especially after her move to KS was felt and appreciated. Thank you for your friendship and if there is anything I can do for you in your gried please let me know. With sincere sympathy, Jon.
Mary and Family, I am very sorry about the loss of your Mother. I know that she was a special person in your life. Although, I had never met her, I feel as if I had known her. You had always shared so many wonderful stories and memories about your Mom with me. She must of been a very kind and caring woman since she raised you to be the same. Even though she is no longer with you on earth, I am sure that she is your angel in heaven and will be watching over you. May God bless you through this time of sorrow.
Dear Mary, John and Family, Mary, my deepest sympathy at the passing of your Mom. I remember meeting her and she was a lovely, sweet woman and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are extended to you. Love, Bill
Dear Mary, You know I wanted to meet your Mom and that it didn’t happen. Reading all of the tributes from those who did, only reinforces my wishes to have been able to know her. I know her influence lives on in you and would like to repeat Catherine’s compliment because it says very clearly how I feel……. She raised a wonderful, caring, witty daughther, who honored her mother. I truly appreciate you and your friendship. My thoughts and prayers have been with you during this time of letting go and they will continue. Paula
Dear Mary, John and Family, We were saddened to hear of about Doris’ passing. She was a lovely lady. She always had a smile on her face which of course made us smile in return. We feel lucky to have been able to meet and spend time with her. We send you and your family our love during this time of sorrow. Love, Kristen, Fred & Brandon Johnson
Dear Aunt Mary, Uncle John and family, I can still remember the first time I met Doris and how hard it is to think about what has happened to her in such a short period of time. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all for your loss. Love, Michael
Doris was a wonderful woman, full of laughter and light-heartedness! She was one of the first participants that I got to know after joining the staff at the House of Welcome, and her memory will remain with me always. She would laugh and laugh when I told her I ‘coveted’ her cute shoes. She would dance with great abandon–which I appreicate! And she always spoke of her family with love. May you all find peace.
Dear Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. I never had the chance to meet your Mom, but after reading some of the tributes,I feel like I knew her. Mothers touch our lives and hearts in so many ways. May God give you comfort, rest, and peace. Your Mom will be with you always in your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mom, You were a character, had character, and loved characters! I loved you and knew how much you loved me. I will cherish the many years you traveled with me and know that you will still be teaching me things all the days of my life! The greatest compliment anyone can give me is to say that, ‘You remind me of Doris.’ Thanks for being yourself, Mary
Dear Doris: Our time together was short but I will cherish it forever. You enjoyed life embraced the good times and didn’t much worry about the challenges in life. I will miss our time together. Love John
Dear Mary and Family, Doris will always be with you and I’ll never forget the lady I called ‘Mom’ whenever we were together. She embraced life, laughed, and she will be missed. A toast to a very special lady. Take special care Love Sue
Mary and John I was so sorry to hear about your Mom – your family is in my thoughts and prayers as you go thru this time in life. I know you will get thru this –probably shedding many tears -and a few laughs along the way as you celebrate your Mom’s life. Love always
Dear Mary, John and Family – All our thoughts go with you at this time of mourning and remeberence. Doris was such a free spirit, I always found great joy in just being around her. Her quick wit made conversations come easy and endeared her as an instant memeber of the extended family. She will diffinently be missed and fondly remembered by us all.
Dear Mary and John: I am so sorry to hear about your mom. You have been a great daughter to her; you loved her and cared for her. Hopefully, you can continue to reflect on good times God allowed you to have in this earth. Only the Lord can give you comfort and peace during this dificlut time. May this note remind you that His (God’s) loving kindness never ceases and His compassion never fails; they are new every morning. May God’s guidance and peace be with you. Love, Susie
Mary and family, I was so sad to hear that you lost your mom. She was a wonderful lady with a spirited personality that I always enjoyed seeing at Cody’s Birthday Parties. She not only loved the four legged friends but brought joy to anyone she was around. Doris will be truly missed.
Dear Mary, I was sorry to hear about the passing of Doris. She was a lovely person who seemed to have something pleasant to say about nearly everyone. She was unique and will certainly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary- Even though we didn’t have the opportuity to meet Doris, we know that a part of her spirit will live through you. In seeing your kindness, love of life, and sense of humor, we can see that she set an awesome example of how life should be led. Our thoughts and prayers are with you to find a peace and calmness in knowing that she is in the place that God has intended for her.
Doris was a vey special member of our group at the House of Welcome. Her infectious laugh and positive additude always carried me thru the day. We loved to compare socks and shoes! A highlight of my days with Doris was if she paid me a compliment on my clothes! I still have earrings that make me think of her. I am wearing them in her honor now. I miss her and think of her often.
Mary, We are so sorry for your loss. You have shared many wonderful things about your mother that I feel I kind of know her in some way. She sounded like one pretty terrific lady and special mother. I hope that those warm feeings you have about her in your memory always comfort you when you need it most.
Dear Mary, So very sorry about the lost of your mother. From the many converastions I had with you during her illness, I can say without hesitation that you are a loving, caring and dedicated daughter. May your mom rest in peace. Warmest regards
Mary, John and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your mothers passing. It is so hard to lose you mother, I know first hand what a loss it truly is. The world seems like a different place the moment your mom is gone from it. I will pray that the Lord comforts you and your family as only He can at this time in your lives. May you all have some peace in knowing that she is no longer suffering and she is reunited with her husband and her creator. Take comfort in the fact that one day you will be together again.
Dear Mary and John – I was sorry to hear of Doris’ passing. My deepest sympathies on your loss. She had such a bubbly personality and was always good for some witty comments. I’ll fondly remember the dinners all of us had together when you brought Doris along. Doris will definitely be missed.
Dear Mary, John and Family, What can be said at a time like this? Although I didn’t spend very many hours with Doris while she was alive, I felt as though I did know her, from conversations with Mary over the years. She raised a wonderful, caring, witty daughther, who honored her mother. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Call anytime, Catherine
Dear Mary and family, I was so sad to hear about the loss of your mom, Doris. We so enjoyed having her at HOW and getting to know your family. We will always remember her sense of humor, her sense of style, and her delightful personality. You were an incredibly loving and devoted family. And, if a woman is measured by the family she leaves behind, Doris is mighty tall. Deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Mary and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. I am sorry I am unable to attend the service. When I think of Doris, I remember a very sweet, spirited, trendy dressed mom, enjoying lunch and an afternoon of shopping with the girls.(Mary and friends) We shared many such afternoons.
Mary, You were Doris’s earth angel during her last few years here on earth. She loved you. I am sorry that her passing is so very painful. I am sorry I can not be there to support you and your family.
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Rob and family, I am so very, very sorry for your loss. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mary and Family — sending my condolences to you. No words can really express the loss of a family member but to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers.