Les L. Phillips
Les L. Phillips, 52, of Orange, Texas, passed away on August 7, 2014.
Les was born on July 17, 1962, in Brownwood, Texas to Earl Phillips and Nelda (Ezra) Phillips. He retired after 25 years as an Associate Warden for the Federal Bureau of Prisons and most recently worked as a pumper in the oilfield for BHP Billiton. Les enjoyed cooking and spending time outdoors, especially fishing. Above all he loved spending time with the ones he loved, most importantly being “Poppaw” to his grandson, Tristan and uncle to his nephews, Wyatt and Connor. He loved them with all his heart. Les was a beloved husband, son, brother, father, “Poppaw” and friend to all. He was a respected man with a generous and loving heart who had a warm smile and the best hugs ever. He will be dearly missed by all who loved him.
He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Lori Phillips of Orange, Texas; son, Louis Phillips; grandson, Tristan Phillips; sister, Sammye Risinger and husband, Randy Risinger, niece, Robin Sefzik and husband, Peter; great-nephews, Jake and Levi Sefzik; mother-in-law, Alice Adams; sister-in-law, Erin Wallace; and his nephews, Wyatt and Connor Wallace.
Les is preceded in death by his father, Earl Phillips and his mother, Nelda (Ezra) Phillips.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Les’ name to the Humane Society of Southeast Texas: 2050 Spindletop Ave., Beaumont, TX 77705.
There are no memorials planned at this time.
Condolences
Sammye Risinger
August 19, 2014
Family Chain We little knew that morning God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you You did not go alone, For part of us went with you The day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories Your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you You are always by our side. Our family chain is broken And nothing seems the same But as God calls us one by one The Chain will link again. - Author Unknown- Les was truly an amazing man and I always felt so proud and blessed to have him as my brother! He was simply the best! He will always be remembered as a man of great integrity, kind spirit, and a loving heart and I will always be grateful for the joy he brought to my life and so many others. He's now at peace. Sammye
Jerry Byrne
August 16, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Les and his family. I'm so sorry to learn of Les' passing. We had a lot of good times together in Pecos and he was one of best friends during those days. Unfortunately we lost contact over the years but I always kept up with Les accomplishments through my sisters who worked with Les at FCI. My condolences to Les' family, I know he will be missed greatly. May God bless you Les and your family. Jerry Byrne, Texas Ranger Captain (ret)
Matthew Campbell
August 14, 2014
Lori my prayers are with you and your family. Les was loved by all and I will truly miss hm.
John Gordon
August 13, 2014
My prayers and thougths to Les and his family. We shared some years and laughs at FCI Oakdale together. JK Gordon, Lieutenant FCC Oakdale
Michael Van Horn
August 13, 2014
When Jan and I heard the news about Les, we were broken hearted. He was a good friend and colleague. We enjoyed working with both of you. He will be missed. You have our deepest and most heartfelt condolences. Mike and Jan Van Horn
Eutiquio (Tko) Villarreal Jr.
August 13, 2014
My condolences to the Phillips family. Les was my Lieutenant at Three Rivers. He will be missed.
Carlos Lara
August 12, 2014
Rest on peace ! Great friend !
Sam Davee
August 12, 2014
Lori my prayers are with you. Les was a good friend to me and he will be deeply missed. I won't forget all the times Les and I worked together and the fun we had being friends. Sam Davee
Terry Billingsley
August 11, 2014
Lori, I am so sorry to hear about Les. Being so many miles apart, we lost contact with each other over the years. I'll miss my old West Texas friend. I never forget some of the great Three Rivers days we had. Please know that you are in Traci's & I thoughts and prayers. Terry Billingsley
Cheryl B.
August 11, 2014
Cheryl B. purchased a sympathy card for the family of Les L. Phillips.
Susan
August 11, 2014
Lori, Paul and I are so very sorry for your loss. We have many fond memories of Les. He was truly a great man. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers and may God comfrot you during this difficult time. Love, Paul and Susan Notarfrancesco
Cheryl Barenberg
August 11, 2014
While I only met Les on a couple of occasions you could tell he was truly a good person, caring husband, father and grandfather. My heart breaks knowing that his family does not understand why he was taken at such a young age. Know that while I am physically out of the country and could not be there to support you in your time of loss please know that my prayers are with you daily. See you in September Cheryl Barenber
Gisela Hughes
August 11, 2014
Lori, I also just found out this morning about your husband. My condolences, prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May God comfort you in your loss. Gisela Hughes
Kirk Derrick
August 11, 2014
Lori, I am so sorry. I just heard this morning about Les and I am in complete shock. Les was a mentor to me and was always so calm "in the storm." He and I enjoyed a few hunts in east Texas, and was always so much fun to be around. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Santiago Hernandez
August 10, 2014
Les was a good officer and mentor during my time at FCI Three Rivers. He will be greatly missed. Our condolences to the family. "The few, the proud, the Three Rivers Crowd"
Amy Lemoine
August 10, 2014
Lori, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sending hugs your way. Scotty and Amy Lemoine
Cindy Afams
August 10, 2014
So little can be said to comfort Lori and the family. Please know that we love you and pray for you. Carl and Cindy Adams
John Wilson
August 10, 2014
My prayers are with.you your mom and family my friend in all you..do..be blessed buddy..God is good.. (much love always JOHN WILSON)..
Vicki Sachtleben-Woodcroft
August 10, 2014
My prayers and heart goes to Lori and your entire family. Les was a very caring, fun loving, altogether a positively good person. I am so saddened by your loss. I have known both of you for many years, in Three Rivers and in Beaumont. I count myself fortunate to have known Les. My husband also sends you his sympathy. The Lord weaves a life for us. sometime the weave strand is doubled, sometimes it it singular. He is always with you. Place all your troubles onto The Lord and he will ease your burdens. God bless the Phillip's family, Vicki and Richard Woodcroft
Cindy Patton
August 10, 2014
Our love goes out to Lori, Louis and their entire family. Les was lots of fun, full of smiles, a great neighbor and just a good guy in general. We worked with him in Three Rivers, then in Oakdale. God bless you all, your in our prayers. Jimmy and Cindy Patton
Tony & Sheria Boyd
August 10, 2014
Our hearts and prayers goes out to Lori and the rest of the family. Les worked with both Tony and I, as members of the Exec. Staff at FCC Beaumont. We had some great times together. I am still in a state of shock! What many of you probably don't know is he was a big prankster when we most need him to be. When things appeared too tensed Les would do something to make us all laugh. We love you Lori! Tony & Sheria Boyd
Deanna Roerick
August 10, 2014
I am grateful i had the opportunity to work with and get to know such a good man. He was always honest and down to earth and you always knew where you stood with him. He will be missed.
Miriam Chavez
August 10, 2014
My condolences go out to Les family. I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope you may find comfort in God's promise of a resurrection. For he is the God of all comfort and he cares deeply for us. He never meant for us to die. He wants to reunite your family and live the way he wanted us to live without sin and sickness. May the hope of seeing Les again bring you comfort and something to look forward to in the near future. (John 11:21-25, John 5:25-29, Psalm 37:29, Revelation 21:4)
Jessica Cooper
August 9, 2014
It was a true privilege and blessing to have known Les. He is going to be greatly missed! I'm so glad I got to see him in July and he got to meet Darrell and Dominic. He always warmed my heart whenever I was around him. We love you Lori!
Crystal Morrison
August 9, 2014
I can remember when we all hunkered down at Les and Lori's house for hurricane Ike. Les had to stay at the prison, We couldn't get the generator to work, so he came home to try to help us get it to work, and we still couldn't get to work so... we filled up all the bath tubes with water and what ever else we find that would hold water before the storm hit. It was scary time but one of the best memories I have. Les was a good man and you are missed.
Susan Brookings
August 9, 2014
Les was such a positive influence for Wyatt, Connor and Tristin. He was always there to watch Wyatt's games and give him encouragement. All the boys loved spending time at Les and Lori's house! Les will be greatly missed. Randy and Susan Brookings