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2023
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Dian Phillips Obituary
Dian Phillips, 83, of Willard, passed away Monday, June 12, 2023, at Willows in Willard.
She was born July 12, 1939, in Tiffin, to William Deibert and Janet (Aiken) Utz. Dian was a 1957 graduate of Bellevue High School. She married Gerald E. Phillips on June 15, 1957.
Dian worked at R.R. Donnelley and Sons, Pepperidge Farm, Pamida, and Wired Coffee Bar. Dian was a member of Nugent's Yacht club, Bismark Senior Center, Donnelley Club, and volunteer at the Mercy hospital gift shop. She enjoyed playing bingo, card games, reading, and taking gambling trips. Dian also loved to travel and attend all of her grandchildren's activities.
Dian is survived by six children, Carrie Snook of Willard, Stephen (Janet) Phillips of Willard, Jeffrey (Evelyn) Phillips of Attica, Susan Frisch of Willard, Gerald (Susan) Phillips of Willard, and Jeanne (Doug) Lillo of Willard; siblings, Margaret Phillips and Mike (Sheila) Deibert; 15 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and one on the way; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gerald E. Phillips; siblings, Sara Weiker, Janet Biller, and Wesley Deibert; sister-in-law, Delores Heil; brother-in-law, Melvin G. Phillips; granddaughter, Nicole Anne Phillips; son-in-law, Michael Snook; and dog, Buddy.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Secor Funeral Home, Willard. Dian's funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 16, 2023, at St. Gasper del Bufalo Church with Father Joseph officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Southern Care Hospice, American Cancer Society, Bismark Senior Community Center, or donor's choice.
Online condolences can be made to Dian's family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
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Lynette Barclay
June 19, 2023
Love and prayers for you all. Dian was such a sweet lady. Enjoyed working with her at RR Donnelley.
Dan Fry
June 16, 2023
Love And Prayers For Gerry And Family At This Difficult Time. So Very Sorry For Your Loss.
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