He was born November 3, 1936 in New London, the son of the late William Phillips Sr. and Angie (Taylor) Phillips.
He married his loving wife of 60 years Barbara (Przybysz) April 23, 1960 at St. Joseph Church in Norwich.
He then was drafted into the United States Army, where he proudly served until his honorable discharge on January 10, 1961.
William loved working on cars and worked as a mechanic at Hilltop Motors in Colchester and at Padgett and Sons Auto in New London. He loved animals and had two horses, Brandy and Ginger, whom he and his wife entered in many shows. He was extremely involved in the Boy Scouts, serving as Commissioner for the Mohegan District CT Rivers Council.
In addition to his wife Barbara, William is survived by his sister Carol Beisel and husband Gottfried of Montville, brother Robert Phillips of Danielson and by many nieces and nephews.
A graveside funeral service with full military honors will be held at St. Joseph, 815 Boswell Ave. in Norwich on Monday, August 10, 2020 at 1pm. There are no calling hours.
To leave a message of condolence for William’s family, please visit www.labenskifuneralhome.com
Memorial donations may be made to Boy Scout Troop 60, 752 Norwich Salem Tpke, Oakdale CT 06370.
The Labenski Funeral Home, Norwich, is assisting with arrangements.
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