Neal was born July 16, 1944, in Walnut Springs, Texas to William Bath Phillips and Alta Veda Strange Phillips. Neal married Patricia Ann Pudgurney on October 23, 1968 at St Mary's Catholic Church in Bremond, Texas.
Neal proudly served in the United States Navy. As well as a member of the American Legion Post #17 in Greenville, Texas.
He and his wife Patrica owned N & P Motor Freight and Phillips Lock and Key.
Neal is survived by his son, Patrick Neal Phillips and wife, Kimberlee; daughter, Shaun Marie Hilliard. Sister, Barbara Powell; grandchildren, Jessica Phillips, Summer Phillips, Jordan Phillips, Hannah Mae Thornton, Cole Hilliard, and Story Hilliard, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Neal was preceded in death by his parents; wife; Patricia Ann Phillips, brothers, John Lowery Phillips, James Phillips, Billy Joseph Phillips and sisters, Helen Cathrine Phillips, Agnes Patricia Strnad and Alta Marie Bonner.
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Sandy Hartzell
Hayden, ID Wednesday, January 17, 2024 My heart goes out to you guys. I have fond memories of Uncle Neal's booming voice and feeding the catfish. May the Lord give you His comfort and peace.Lisa and Mark Williams
Rockwall, TX Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Kim and Patrick and the rest of the Phillips family. Please know that we love and adore you all. We are here for you if you need anything. Sending love .Blair Ulring
Heath, TX Monday, January 15, 2024 Our thoughts and prayers go out to Patrick and Kim, and the family and friends during this very difficult time. Blair & Lisa UlringKay Haroski Sims
Mexia, TX Sunday, January 14, 2024 I’m sorry to hear about your Dad’s death. Neal and I were class mates at Teague High School. I’ll never forget walking down a street in Memphis, TN and seeing an man wearing an orange and white football jacket and wondering if it could be someone I knew from Teague. Sure enough, it was your Dad! He was stationed there in the service. Prayers for all your family. Kay Haroski Sims