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Roosevelt Phillips Obituary

Phillips Jr., Roosevelt T. beloved husband of Sherrie E. Phillips and son of the late Roosevelt and Geraldine Phillips, loving father of Latrice (step-daughter), Jerome, Charese (step-daughter), Ashley and the late Immanuel, dearest brother of Anthony (Debbie) and Gregory Phillips. Visitation and funeral services on Wednesday, February 12, 2003, at 12 noon and 1 p.m., respectively at Greater Walters A.M.E. Zion Church, 8422 S. Damen Ave. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 11, 2003.

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Andrea Robinson

February 14, 2003

You are in my prayers every night and I hope you find the strength and courage to pick up and move along. God bless you. (A former classmate of Immanuel's).

Chanetha Pierce

February 12, 2003

I'm very sorry for the loss of your husband. I didn't have the pleasure of actually meeting him but he appeared to be very concerned about Immanuel. I went to school with him and he was always there trying to be a part of his education. My heart goes out to you once again.

- Chanetha Nicole Pierce

Cecilia Corbin

February 12, 2003

May God bless you and rest your soul in the heavens above... You will always be apart of my prayers.



Love,

Cecilia

Melanie Moore

February 12, 2003

Mr. Phillips u and Sherrie were like a second mother and father to me. I really thank u for always welcoming me into your home. I know that u are with god. Ashley, to u and your family keep your head up because i love u all.

YOLANDA ASKEW-DAVIS

February 12, 2003

YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS

LaNita Walker

February 11, 2003

May God hold you and your family in his ever loving arms

Annie & Samuel Taylor

February 11, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your times of sorrow Sherrie. I know there are no words that can express what you are feeling now.However, time does heal all pain.

Vicki Coney

February 11, 2003

Our prayers are with you.

Malinda Moore

February 11, 2003

Roosevelt we will miss you.

My prayers to all of you.

God Bless you.

Irene

February 11, 2003

Nothing can be said but its very heart breaking over what has happend. May the lord bring you peace with knowing that your husband is with the Lord and that is a much better place than earth.. May you seek comfort with the great memories of him

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