Charles F. Phillis was born on April 4, 1936, to Lonnie and Odessa Phillips in Quinlan TX. Charles departed this life on April 1, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family.
Charles was the fourth of five siblings. Charles received his education in Quinlan, TX until the eighth grade and graduated from Burnett High School in Terrell, TX. Charles married Dorothy L. Ware in May 1959. To this Union five children were born: Debra, Charles Jr, Phyllis, Fred and Constance. Charles served in the United States Army for 2 years and the National Guard Reserve for 25 years until he retired.
Charles became Terrell First African American Postal Carrier in May 1963. He was encouraged to take the Civil Service Examination by Principal Joseph Jones of Burnett High School. He scored above the 85% percentile and was offered a position as a Mail Carrier by the United States Postal Service. He held this position for 29 years until he retired.
Charles spiritual journey started at a early age under the leadership of Minister K P Primus, his Grandfather of the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. As an adult he cast his lot with Shiloh Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. M H Cathcart. He served as Chairman of the Deacon Board, President of the Male Chorus and served on the Finance Committee. Charles also served as a member of the Mason Lodge.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, two siblings: J.P Phillips and Irma Phillips; two
daughters: Debra Land and Phyllis Phillips; three grandchildren: Lil Earl Smith, Ja’Niyah Ward and Jeremie Phillips.
He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Dorothy of 62 year;, his children, Charles Jr., Fred Lee, and Constance Renee’. Twelve grandchildren, six great grandchildren; brother, James E. Phillips and sister Mary Helen McQuinney; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Special Friends: Lake Charles Dye and Keith Furlough.
Services: Public Viewing: Friday 5-7 DuBose Funeral Home
Homecoming Celebration: Saturday, April 8, at 11:00 PM
Shiloh BC-321 Frank St., Terrell, Texas
Burial: DFW National Cemetery