ORANGEVILLE - Glen E. Phillips, age 92, passed away on May 5, 2015 at home surrounded by his cherished family. Glen was born on January 16, 1923 to Leland and Emma (Clark) Phillips in Browntown, WI. On November 25, 1949 Glen married Lauretta Stelter of Woodford, WI.
He is survived by his son Wayne (Diane) Phillips of Rock Grove, IL; his daughter Glenda Hensal (David Stocks) of Lena, IL; five grandchildren, Kristen (Mario) Aguirre of North Aurora, IL; Kara (Brad) Dummer of Pecatonica, IL; Kiley (David) Yates of Janesville, WI; Korey (Christie) Phillips of Dickson, TN; Nathan (Karen) Hensal of Lena, IL; and eleven great-grandchildren.
Glen was an area farmer for most of his life. After retiring from farming, he was employed by Swiss Colony for 14 years. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed gardening and feeding backyard birds. Creative and thrifty, he also enjoyed woodworking and repurposing items in a useful way long before it was trendy. Glen was a very special, humble, and giving person; a one-of-a-kind man. His loving, caring heart and unique sense of humor touched the lives of all who knew him. Glen and Lauretta were intimately involved in the raising of not only their children but their grandchildren as well, which continues to foster a loving, tight-knit family. Glen was an exceptional husband, father, and grandfather, who appreciated all the precious time spent together with family. His kind, encouraging words, and memorable stories will never be forgotten. He leaves behind many who will treasure his friendship and kindnesses. He will be missed greatly.
He was preceded in death by his wife Lauretta, parents, six brothers and two sisters.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday May 16, 2015 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Lena, IL. Interment will take place at Lewis Cemetery in Browntown, WI. Following the services, there will be a luncheon at the church. A memorial has been established in his name. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com.
He is survived by his son Wayne (Diane) Phillips of Rock Grove, IL; his daughter Glenda Hensal (David Stocks) of Lena, IL; five grandchildren, Kristen (Mario) Aguirre of North Aurora, IL; Kara (Brad) Dummer of Pecatonica, IL; Kiley (David) Yates of Janesville, WI; Korey (Christie) Phillips of Dickson, TN; Nathan (Karen) Hensal of Lena, IL; and eleven great-grandchildren.
Glen was an area farmer for most of his life. After retiring from farming, he was employed by Swiss Colony for 14 years. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed gardening and feeding backyard birds. Creative and thrifty, he also enjoyed woodworking and repurposing items in a useful way long before it was trendy. Glen was a very special, humble, and giving person; a one-of-a-kind man. His loving, caring heart and unique sense of humor touched the lives of all who knew him. Glen and Lauretta were intimately involved in the raising of not only their children but their grandchildren as well, which continues to foster a loving, tight-knit family. Glen was an exceptional husband, father, and grandfather, who appreciated all the precious time spent together with family. His kind, encouraging words, and memorable stories will never be forgotten. He leaves behind many who will treasure his friendship and kindnesses. He will be missed greatly.
He was preceded in death by his wife Lauretta, parents, six brothers and two sisters.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday May 16, 2015 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Lena, IL. Interment will take place at Lewis Cemetery in Browntown, WI. Following the services, there will be a luncheon at the church. A memorial has been established in his name. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com.