Jack N. Phillips, 86, of New Alexandria, Ohio, passed away Monday March 21, 2016, in his home.

He was born April 17, 1929 in Hundred, WV, a son of the late Floyd and Grace (Dixon) Phillips. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter, Debra J. Phillips; two brothers, Fred and Ronnie Phillips; a sister, Genova Lough; and a daughter-in-law, Judy Phillips.

Jack was a buggy driver for Weirton Steel Corp., retiring after 42 years of service. He was a member of the New Alexandria United Methodist Church; the Liberty Grange; and was an honorary member of the New Alexandria Fire Department. He enjoyed working with timber and helping his sons at their sawmill.

Surviving are his wife of 67 years, Doris J. (Hinerman) Phillips, whom he married on December 21, 1948; three sons, Homer (Milene) Phillips of Rayland, Ohio, Steve Phillips of East Springfield, Ohio and James "Mike" (Kaye) Phillips of New Alexandria, Ohio; thirteen grandchildren and twenty six great-grandchildren.

Friends will be received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Wheeler Funeral Home, 712 Third St., Brilliant, where services will be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Jimm Woods, officiating. Interment will follow at New Alexandria Cemetery.

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