Dottie is preceded in death by her brother Bob Simons and sister Joyce Wise.
She is survived by her husband, Bruce Phillips, brothers Glenn Simons and Roger Simons, and a blended family of Julane Ritchey, Laurie Salazar, Stefani Probst, Catamara Rosarium, Shannon Black, Michael Phillips, and Kimberly Phillips. Along with 11 Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren.
Dottie moved to Arizona in 1977. She married Bruce M. Phillips on July 15th, 1994. As a young girl she always loved horses and her passion for them continued to grow throughout her life. She married Bruce on July 15th, 1994, and shortly thereafter they moved to Waddell, Arizona to a home with horse property. She loved and continued to care for horses until her passing. Dottie and Bruce enjoyed many travels and vacations over the years, traveling the world from Alaska to New Zealand.
She sang in the choirs at Shepherd of the Valley, New Song, and Christ Community Methodist Churches. She crocheted newborn baby hats and small lap blankets for cancer patients, which were donated to the area hospitals, through Hooks and Needles. She also served as a Steven Minister for many years. She served on the Walk to Emmaus many times and loved the Lord. She was a dear friend to so many.
A celebration of Life will be held at Christ Community Methodist Church. 104 W. Western Ave. Avondale, Arizona 85323 on July 16th, 2022 at 11:00 A.M.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance.
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