Edward J. Phillips, age 76 of Rocky Top, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at the NHC Healthcare in Oak Ridge. He was born on February 6, 1947 in Anthers, TN to the late Ed and Wilma Parker Phillips. He was a member of the United Auto Workers Local Union 696 and retired from General Motors after a 32 year career. Edward was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, and just being outside or on the water. He was also a member of the Andersonville Lions Club. He was loved by many and will be dearly missed.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by: sister, Margaret Branam; brother, Billy Ray Phillips; brother-in-law, George R. Richardson; nephew, Ronnie Richardson; and niece, Tammy Huffstler.

He is survived by: children, Eddie Phillips, Jr., Johnny Phillips, Tina Cobb-Morgan; siblings, EJ Phillips, and wife Kathy, Jackie Ray Phillips and wife Leah, Stella Richardson; grandchildren, Briana Phillips, Eddie Phillips, III; several nieces, nephews and other family and friends.

The family will receive friends at the Leach Family Funeral Home and Cremation on Friday, February 17, 2023 from 5-8pm with the memorial service to follow at 8pm with Pastor Jimmy Ault officiating. His final resting place will be at Leach Cemetery.

Leach Family Funeral Home & Cremation is in charge of arrangements.   www.leachfamilyfuneralhome.com