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William Joseph "Willie" Phillips

William Joseph "Willie" Phillips, 60 of Carlisle passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2012. He was born August 23, 1951 in Carlisle, Arkansas. Willie married Barbara Townsend on May 25, 1973. He was preceded in death by his father, Otis Phillips and brothers, Orville Phillips and J.D. Phillips. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Barbara; son, Richard; granddaughters, Haley and Baley; mother, Faye; brothers, Vernon, Kenneth and Randy and their wives; and sister, Etta and husband. Willie was "Papaw" to several other grandchildren and great-grandchildren that he loved. Willie's greatest pleasure in life was helping others unselfishly, not expecting anything in return. He served his community as an auto mechanic and had many cherished friends that were there for him through the last several months of his journey. He would want these friends to know how much he loved them. Visitation will be Friday, May 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Weems Family Funeral Services in Carlisle. Graveside service will be May 19 at 10 a.m. at the Old Carlisle Cemetery. Arrangements by Weems Family Funeral Services of Carlisle.

Published May 18, 2012

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