Martin Eugene Phillips

May 17, 1952 – January 31, 2021

Martin E. Phillips 68, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away January 31, 2021, with family at his side. Born to H. D. Phillips and Wanda McGee, “Marty” grew up in Kansas City and graduated from

Westport High School in 1970. After high school Marty attended the University of Kansas in

Lawrence, KS, pledged Triangle Fraternity, and graduated with an Architectural Degree—a

BS in Environmental Design in 1974.

Marty began his career as an architectural detailer with

Burns & McDonnell in KCMO preparing production drawings and layouts for project managers. Thereafter, for 26 years Marty became part of A. Zahner Company, a creative architectural metals and engineering firm with a strong presence in K.C. Thus began Marty’s role as a Project Manager specializing in design, fabrication, and installation of industrial building exteriors, managing projects from the stages of project consultation to project end. Key career projects included: Federal Bank of KCMO, Nelson Atkins Museum, KC Art Institute, Union Station, Bartle Hall Pylon Ornaments, Kauffman Foundation, RLDS Sanctuary and Administration Complex, and Midland Theater as well as projects outside of KCMO. Marty ended his nearly 40 years of service to the Kansas City area as Senior Project Manager with Delta Innovative Services, Inc., continuing to handle large metal construction projects notably including: Two Light Apartments, Crossroads Hotel, KCVA Emergency Room, and Kansas Bio-Science Building.

Throughout his career, Marty served as an active KC Chapter Member of the American Institute of Architects serving on various committees: Executive, Programs, & Tours promoting his belief that architecture strengthens communities. Marty also had a passion for the preservation of historic homes, best illustrated by the historic home in which he and wife Susan Sullivan lived. And for 15 years this couple hosted lavish gatherings for friends and family to cheer on the Chiefs and relish in Super Bowl parties.

Serving both as Vice-President and as President of the Historic Old Hyde Park Homes Association the preservation and renovation of the Midtown area prospered under Marty’s leadership.

Marty had an undaunted zest for life that will be missed by friends and family. From his early days at Norman Elementary to his last days, he enjoyed adventures experienced and memories recalled of his trips: skiing, boating, fishing, hunting, as well Royals and Chiefs games attended—A Life Well Lived! Survivors include his wife Susan Sullivan, step-daughters Rachael Crocker, Nicholle Major, and

step-son Brandon Hill (Courtney) and 5 step-grandchildren; his sister Cheryl McIntosh (Ted), nephews Phillip Hof, Nathan Hof, and Jonathan Hof and 4 great-nieces and 1 great-nephew.

PRIVATE FAMILY SERVICE. To watch the Facebook Live Funeral Service Information: Search for Newcomers Floral Hills Funeral Home and Floral Hills Cemetery on Facebook and click “Like.” Once you like the page, you will be able to see posts. Go to the Funeral Home site five minutes before the service on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 10:00 and look for the video title for Martin E. Phillips. The service will stay on the Funeral Home Facebook Page for future viewing. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at FloralHillsFuneralHome.com