Friday, September 11, 2020 at the age of 92 . Ernest, also known as Ernie, will be
forever remembered by his daughter, Robbie Farewell, and daughter in law, Kathy
Krohn. Ernie will also be remembered by his 6 grandchildren, Lindsay, Eric, Steven,
Mark, Kaylee, and Timarie. Ernie also had 11 great grandchildren.
Ernie is preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Phillips, and son, Clifford Phillips.
Ernest C. Phillips was born in Big Spring, Texas on April 27, 1928. At a very young age
he joined the Army Air Corp, which later split into 2 branches of service. For Ernie, the
split led to a career with the US Air Force. While stationed at Hickam AFB, Ernie met
the love of his life, Ruth. They married in Texas and had a 30 year career in the Air
Force.
While in the Air Force, Ernie was stationed in Texas, Hawaii, Germany, Philippines, The
Netherlands, Greece, Thailand and California. Ernie had many TDY’s all over the
world. With his wife and two children, Robbie and Cliff, Ernie traveled throughout many
countries. In 1976, while stationed at Beale AFB, he finally retired from the Air Force
and settled in Yuba City, California.
Retirement from the Air Force did not mean completely retired. Ernie decided to open a
small engine repair shop. He maintained the shop for over 20 years before he officially
retired. Ernie was a long time resident in Yuba City and later moved to Sacramento to
be closer to his daughter.
Ernie loved to trap shoot, bowl, camp, travel and was best known for his dancing. At
parties, Ernie and his wife were typically the first ones on the dance floor and last ones
to leave. Ernie was extremely social and enjoyed eating out. He and his wife became
regulars at many local dining spots. Ernie was devoted to his family and loved spending
time with his children and grandchildren.
A graveside celebration of life service in the memory of Ernie will be held on September
30, 2020 at Sutter Cemetery, 7200 Butte Ave., Sutter, CA at 11 AM.
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