Jim V. Phillips
March 18, 2010
Phillips, Jim V., 57, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Thursday, March 18, 2010. He is survived by his partner of 26 years, Charles Baker; brother, Wyatt (Amy); niece, Morgan; nephews, Jon and Adam; brother, Dale (Lisa). Jim retired from the Social Security Administration in Washington, D.C. in 2006 before moving to Wichita. A memorial service will be held 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at Downing Lahey Mortuary East, Wichita, KS. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with Heifer International, P.O. Box 8058, Little Rock, AR 72203-8058, which combats world hunger.
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Jim, Kathy Jones, and I made up a formidable trio for many years. It is hard to grasp that he’s gone. His wonderful sense of humor. His wild laugh. His full heart. In the course of our long friendship, Jim was in a truly terrible auto accident in his beloved brown mini. During his recuperation, once he was out of the hospital, I think I got on the permanent bad side of his mom when she came to pick him up and found him absolutely plastered and having a GREAT time on an old aluminum lawn chair in front of my apartment. I remember the best of that time–Jim hilarious, unhinged, and having the time of his life. I’ll miss him. Joan Carter
We are shocked and deeply saddend by Jimmys passing. Although we’ve been out of touch, we remember him fondly; so vibrant, so intelligent, and so loving. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, may they be well.
Charlie, My heart hurts for you today as we celebrate Jim’s life. What a generous person he is….may we all learn from his giving and creative way of energizing those around him. I am thankful I was included in his ‘Circle’ I am honored. Love you, Gaylin
Dear Charlie~ You are the only family of Jims that we know and our heart goes out to you. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here when you need to talk. Our condolences to Wyatt and Jims nieces and nephews.
Charles, We were so sorry to learn of your loss. Please know that our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Lynn (runner at East Y) and Annie Kneller