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John “Jake” PhillipsPassing: August 2, 2014

Service:

First Christian Church

Funeral Service

Wednesday, August 6th @ 10:30 am

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Tuesday, August 5th @ 3:00 - 8:00 pm

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Wednesday, August 6th

MITCHELL – John “Jake” Phillips, 63, passed away at 6:28 p.m. Saturday, August 2, 2014, at his home.

Born December 19, 1950, in Bedford, he was the son of Edward and Barbara (Harrison) Phillps.  He married Rita (Wilson) Kesterson May 3, 2008.

He had been employed at Regal Beloit 33 years and retired from Whitney Tool.

Jake was a U. S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War Era, a past commander of American Legion Post No. 250, and a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9107. He was a member of Orleans Masonic Lodge No. 153 F&AM, and past president of La Or Ma Shrine Club.

Surviving:        wife, Rita Phillips, Mitchell
                       son, John David (Pam) Phillips II, Orleans
                daughter, Melissa (Shawn) Qualkenbush, Orleans
                stepsons, Troy Kesterson, Paoli
                               Brady (Kerrie) Kesterson, Mitchell
         grandchildren, Hannah Jo Phillips
                                Jocelyn Phillips
                                Sophie Phillips
                                Devin Qualkenbush|
                                Madison Qualkenbush
    stepgrandchildren, Sadie Kesterson
                                Kameron Kesterson
                                Austin Kesterson
                   siblings, Patrick (Cathy) Phillips, New Albany
                                Steven (Donna) Phillips, Orleans
                                Pam Grimes, Mitchell
                                Tim (Sandi) Phillips, Crosby, Texas
                                Kris (Jeff) Grissom, Mitchell

His parents; and sister, Kay Wedgewood, preceded him in death.

The funeral service will be in the First Christian Church, where he was a member, at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 6, with Brother Mike Collins, Patrick Phillips and John David Phillips II officiating.  Burial will be in Mitchell Cemetery with military honors accorded by American Legion Post No. 250 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9107.

Friends may call from 3:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center and from 9:30 a.m. until the service on Wednesday at the church.

The Orleans Masonic Lodge No. 153 F&AM and Mitchell Masonic Lodge No. 228 F&AM will conduct a memorial service at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.  

Memorial Gifts:  Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services

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13 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Tim Taddie | HomerCity, PA
    Date: August 7, 2014
    Tim, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. You have my deepest sympathy.
  2. Guest: Paul & Kathy Stroud | Mitchell, IN.
    Date: August 7, 2014
    Our thoughts and prayers are with the families....God Bless!
  3. Guest: Geri Espy | Clearwater, Florida
    Date: August 6, 2014
    I am sad to hear about Jake. I always appreciated his positive and optimistic outlook and his commitment to doing a good job. I know he will be missed, but also remembered. With sincere sympathy, Geri Espy
  4. Guest: Debbie Cain | Orleans, IN
    Date: August 6, 2014
    My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Jake was a good man.
  5. Guest: ENGLISH CONSTRUCTION, INC. | Bloomfield, IN
    Date: August 5, 2014
    May God be with you during this difficult time of loss. We know this experience will change you forever. Just remember all the good times shared with Jake and all the love he gave throughout the years. He is not gone. He will live in his families hearts forever.
  6. Guest: Suzie Batchelor Leatherman | MitchellIN
    Date: August 4, 2014
    To the family: Jake & I grew up on Frank St in Mitchell & attended Riley School together. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the memories and great times and he will be with you always
  7. Guest: Mickey Hayes & Family | Bedford, Indiana
    Date: August 4, 2014
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
  8. Guest: Robin Eager | Porter, Texas
    Date: August 4, 2014
    Our thoughts and prayers from the Eager Family in Porter Texas.
  9. Guest: Shaunta Cornwell Dunbar | FortHoodTX
    Date: August 4, 2014
    Missy, John and families: I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I have so many memories that make me smile of him and all the years we spent off and on at your house when we were growing up. He was a great man, and will be truly missed. RIP: Jake. God Bless you all
  10. Guest: Rose Carpenter | WestBadenSp.Indiana
    Date: August 4, 2014
    I know his brother Steve. I work for. French Lick. Laundry and wanted to send my deepest sympathy.
  11. Guest: Cara Conner | Orleans, Indiana
    Date: August 4, 2014
    I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
  12. Guest: Natalie Fraser | Marshall, IL
    Date: August 3, 2014
    So many memories are flooding my mind. I feel so lucky to have had an uncle like Jake. He was very special and will hold a special place in my heart.
  13. Guest: Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services | Bedford, In
    Date: August 3, 2014
    To the family and friends: We are all so sorry for your loss. All volunteers, Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services

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