Bill, you will always be a part of my earliest memories. My defense kept your offense out there scoring points for the Knights. Friday boys nights out. Convertible rides listening to the Beach Boys on hot summer nights. Hope we meet up again somehow, someway! God Bless,
George Freeland

 Bill was my childhood neighbor and was always nice to me when I would play at their house with Mary. His big, gentle smile was so welcoming for  a little girl six years younger than him.  He bore and honored his father’s name proudly. Love to his family. 

Bill and I grew up in Mt.Prospect. I've had the honor of knowing Bill since  we were in Jr. High We participated in Little league and Midget football together as well as in sports throughout our high school days.  Mike was our QB during my sophomore and junior years and Bill assumed that position when Mike graduated. Bill was our quarterback during the 64 football season when we tied for first place with Glenbrook South. Fortunately I was able to "find" Bill and we had quite a few phone conversations over the last few years.  He remembered all those fun times at PHS regularly even through his declining health. He was one of those people you grew up with that will always be your friend and thankfully one of mine. I will miss him greatly. My sincerest condolences to the Phillips family as well as his dear friends
"Klu"

Bill and I shared our high school year senior year together in Mt. Prospect , IL  We both played many sports including football , basketball, and baseball and developed a close friendship. We lost track of each other during our college years and never contacted each other again  until now. I have been trying to locate him and reconnect.  Just saw his obituary sent from another high school buddy.  What a shock. 
I was too late trying to find him. 
Sorry we never got to talk about our time together, but I remember you being my best friend and I will miss you. 
Best thoughts to your family and brothers and sister. 
Steve Kerr 1965 Prospect High School. 

Truly, Bill was one of the good guys and a great athlete, but,  to maybe " lighten " a little and add some cheerfulness, I always recall something very memorable at his house.  Forgetting the exact year in the mid-60's, it was then rumored that by frying and/or baking the scrapings from the inside of a banana peel and then " rolling " them you could get a " high ", so to speak. We tried that in his Mount Prospect kitchen, it didn't work, of course it was a hoax, but what did work was Bill being a very nice, genuine, and fun guy to always remember. 

Bill was a great friend and teammate at Prospect High School. We were both moved to JV basketball our Sophomore year and to Varsity our Junior year. In football, he was the Quarterback that I received his passes throughout the 4 years we played together. 
We lost touch with each other as we went to opposite ends of the US after college. I regret that. 
So sorry to hear of his passing. May God grant His comfort and mercy to Bill's family and friends. May he rest in peace.
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My hopes and wishes are that you have finally found the peace and freedom  from self ,that was so elusive to you here . That the beauty of your heart is reflected back to you everyday.  Love love love, Jules

He was one of the funniest and most loyal people you will ever meet. He loved his daughters and his Chicago Cubs, Bears and Blackhawks. I love you Bro and wish life would have been more fair to you. May you Rest In Peace with Mom, Dad, Mimi, Lin, Johnny, Mary and especially Curran .  God rest your soul.

OBITUARY

William Lloyd Phillips Jr.

September 9, 1947 – February 12, 2021

Pegg, Paxson & Springer Funeral Chapel

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