Charles E. Phillips, age 90, passed away May 13, 2022. Born, November 28, 1931 in Bixby, Oklahoma to Helen (Earp) and Roy D. Phillips, he resided in Irving, TX since 1963. Charles was a social person, who never met a stranger. Known for his sense of humor and the telling of stories, you could not help but be engaged by his presence. He enjoyed reading, cooking brisket on the grill, and being a father to his three boys. Most of all Charles cherished his 64 year marriage to the "love of his life", Virginia "Ginny" Phillips. Married June 7, 1957 in Collinsville, Oklahoma, they were the symbol of a faithful, devoted, loving couple. Charles was an army veteran. Serving his country during the Korean war conflict, he will be honored and laid to rest at Dallas Ft. Worth National Cemetery. Charles was preceded in death by his sister, Verna "Sis" Swander. He is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley Virginia "Ginny" Phillips; three sons, David Phillips, Doug Phillips and wife Pam, and Patrick Phillips; brothers, George Phillips and wife Aline, Jimmy Phillips and wife Bryanna; three grandchildren, Ryan, Blake and Dana; and two great-grandchildren, Denver and Jackson. There will be a visitation from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Wednesday, May 25th at the funeral home with a graveside service with honors at 10:15 AM on Thursday May 26th at DFW National Cemetery. SERVICES

Visitation

Wednesday, May 25, 2022 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Colonial Funeral Home 606 West Airport Freeway Irving, TX 75062

Graveside Service

Thursday, May 26, 2022 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery Lane 2 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas, TX 75211