John Robert Phillips

John Robert Phillips, a beloved brother and uncle, 60, of 2 Bushnell Street, Bradford, crossed over Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo NY. 

Born March 23, 1960 in Bradford, he was a son of the late Bertha H. (Stewart) and Robert "Geesey" Phillips.

John was a 1978 graduate of Bradford High School where he lettered in Wrestling and Football.

He served in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard from 1978 until 1986.

John worked at Walmart, Bradford Era, University of Pittsburgh @ Bradford in maintenance, the Water Authority, and his last employment was at BRMC in Linen and Trash Collection. 

He was a member of the NRA, and enjoyed socializing with the community. He was a former member of the East End Presbyterian Church. 
 
Surviving is one sister, Denise C. Britton, of Bradford, one brother, Joseph (Colleen) Brown, of Fayetteville, four nieces and nephews, Kyle Britton, Kara Britton, Paige Schneider, and Anna Domzalski, 11 grand nieces and nephews, and one uncle Charles Stewart.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Stephen Brown who died in 1992.

At John's request there will be no public services. Private services will be held for family.

Memorials contributions if desired, may be made to the a charity of the donor's choice. 

Funeral arraignments are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Condolences to John''s family...he was always a presence in the neighborhood...and always willing to chat...
— David M Wells

Me and my husband''s condolences to John''s family. He always sent us a Christmas card every year. He was a good friend to my husband.
— Theresa Elofsson

I always enjoyed talking with John when I worked with him at Walmart. He loved his family. My prayers go out to you.
— Vicki Compton

I''m so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to all. ????
— Joannie Ransom

John was an occasional visitor to the Bradford Landmark Society. He was keenly interested in his Phillips lineage and his family''s participation in Bradford High School Sports. He will be remembered for his polite nature and his wealth of knowledge. Heartfelt condolences to his family.
— Molly Lindahl

John was one of my classmates and I’m so sorry of the passing of John.. My thoughts and prayers are with his family..
— Kathy (Timblin) Anderson

John was one of my classmates and I’m so sorry of the passing of John.. My thoughts and prayers are with his family..
— Kathy (Timblin) Anderson

U will be missed my friend RIP
— Marlin

Love you John !
— Denise

Condolences

  • Condolences to John''s family...he was always a presence in the neighborhood...and always willing to chat...

    — David M Wells
  • Me and my husband''s condolences to John''s family. He always sent us a Christmas card every year. He was a good friend to my husband.

    — Theresa Elofsson
  • I always enjoyed talking with John when I worked with him at Walmart. He loved his family. My prayers go out to you.

    — Vicki Compton
  • I''m so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to all. ????

    — Joannie Ransom
  • John was an occasional visitor to the Bradford Landmark Society. He was keenly interested in his Phillips lineage and his family''s participation in Bradford High School Sports. He will be remembered for his polite nature and his wealth of knowledge. Heartfelt condolences to his family.

    — Molly Lindahl