Phillip A. Folkers

Berwyn Booking Officer for 10 years and Cicero Booking Officer for 25 years.

Loving husband of: Carol A. ( Thezan)

Cherished father of: Amanda Brost, Kelly Brost, James Brost and Katherine Folkers

Dearest Grandfather of: 7

Phillip's Loyal dogs: Sasha and Scrappy

Funeral Visitation, Sunday, July 17, 2011 at Mount Auburn Funeral Home, 4101 S. Oak Park Ave., Stickney, IL. 2pm – 8pm.

Funeral Services, Monday, July 18 at Mount Auburn Funeral Home 10:00 a.m. Service. Followed by procession to Woodlawn Cemetery.

Please celebrate Phillips’s Life and visit www.mountauburnfuneralhome.com for info 708-749-2033.

Arrangements under the direction of Mount Auburn Funeral Home, Stickney, IL. Connie rodriguez, Funeral Director.

When someone is identified as a natural leader, certain images come to mind. First thoughts are of a no-nonsense, tough-minded, dedicated and disciplined loving person, who could cut loose when needed. This description accurately fits Phillip who was indeed a born manager. He will be remembered as being highly organized, practical and realistic. He was a person who always carried a strong sense of duty with him throughout his life. Possessed with traditional “old school” morals, Phillip was an individual who clearly communicated to those around him just who he was and what he was all about. Everyone acquainted with Phillip knew him as a well-respected and loved man.

His parents were Charles and Earlene. Phillip was raised in Chicago and Cicero. Even as a youngster, Phillip learned to be objective and decisive. His faith in the principles of authority and dependability was something that he carried with him throughout his life.

As a young boy, Phillip was able to put his natural abilities to work. He was a bit like the sergeant of the family, helping to make sure that the others did what they should do and that they avoided those things they weren’t supposed to. In other words, he liked to organize and direct. Phillip was

raised with Two siblings.An older brother Kenny and an older sister Vivian. Phillip with his own family had an inborn appreciation for the order in the family. And owning up to the responsibilities of that order. This was a natural order of life, one he gladly embraced.

Phillip's matter-of-fact attitude about most things was developed during his childhood. As a young boy, Phillip enjoyed being part of teams, and organizations and groups of other kids who shared similar interests. Hockey was his sport his position was goalie, both on and off the ice protecting the ones

he loved.

In school, Phillip was a logical and focused thinker, Phillip was always good at following directions and meeting his schedules, whether they were set by his teachers or were self-imposed. Phillip’s personal motto could well have been, “Do it right the first time.” He graduated from Morton East High School, Cicero, IL in 1980. He enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers. His favorite class in high school was Math. He participated in Distributive Education.

Phillip was sociable and approachable. Because he was always so straightforward in how he approached relationships, friends and family knew, that what they saw was always what they got. He enjoyed the camaraderie of being with a group of friends. When Phillip was a member of a group, his

interaction worked to keep the others grounded. He wasn’t afraid to confront his friends and, when necessary, he challenged them to stick to the task at hand. Those close to Phillip came to expect his high standards of performance. While growing up, his best friend was Pat Burti. Later in life, Carol became his best friend, co-worker and loving devoted wife. Don Pelikan aka Rock was his

co-worker who became his fishing buddy. Many of Phillip's co-workers were also his friends

An objective and conscientious individual, Phillip reveled in the security of his family. On March 9, 1992 when Phillip exchanged wedding vows with Carol A. Brost at the Chapel of Love " That's Vegas Baby ". He also took on total responsibility of Carol's 3 children who grew to love him and call him Dad. One of Phillip’s most endearing qualities was his uncanny ability to remember important dates and anniversaries, and his unending enthusiasm for organizing a celebration when the

holidays and birthdays arrived for his family and friends.

Phillip was ever watchful of his children. He worried about them and was deeply concerned for their development as they grew up. He maintained a firm hand in their upbringing. Phillip would give his stamp of approval to their requests, as long as he could see how they might benefit. He also had the

ability to enforce the rules as needed to ensure that his children were properly raised. He were also blessed with 8 Grandchildren. Anthony "Big Tone", Augustin; "Auggie Doggie", Adrian "Adrie", Andrew " Crazy ", Raul " Titi", Nick "Monster Man",Addison " Lil Princess " and Marissa. Those who knew Phil knew he had a nickname for everyone,and had quite a few attached to him. All that will make you laugh, which he loved to do.

Being a hard worker who praised efficiency, Phillip was always striving to make improvements where they were necessary. He was able to analyze situations and problems, keeping everything and everyone on track. An excellent project supervisor, Phillip was a person who could quickly make decisions based on the information available. He worked cooperatively and expected the same from his colleagues. In both his personal and professional environments, Phillip upheld his standards. His primary occupation was Police Booking Officer. He was employed at Walgreens and Cub Foods In his young adulthood. At 21 he became a Cicero Police Auxillary officer,and then qualified to part time police officer. At 24 he became a Cicero Lock up Keeper, For the past 10 years he worked part time as a Berwyn booking officer. Phillip was a team player who certainly lived

out the motto of “give me a job, and I will get it done.”

Phillip approached his leisure time in the same manner that he approached his life. A person who enjoyed being neat and orderly and one who understood the nature of things, he appreciated the hours he was able to devote to his various hobbies. His favorite pursuits were fishing, gambling, camping, travel, watching football & hockey, and playing with the grandkids. Phillip always enjoyed his favorite pastimes with family and friends. And loved to share his interests with others.

Playing by the rules was a natural thing for Phillip to do in life and that carried over to his enjoyment of sports. In high school, Phillip participated in boxing & bowling. Recreational sports included bowling & racket ball, martial arts. He also was a sports fan and enjoyed watching Hockey, Football, and UFC whenever he got the opportunity. Tops on his list were watching the grandkids play baseball. And watching his son Jim develop into a Triple AAA hockey player and traveling with the team, to numerous states and Canada.

When it came time to travel or take a vacation, Phillip used his scheduling expertise to make sure everyone and everything was ready to go. That also meant that he made certain no single person was overworked in putting the trip together. Phillip had a knack for making sure that everyone who was

involved had their specific tasks and that those tasks were completed. Favorite vacation spots included WI Dells, Michigan City, IN, Gatlenburg, TN,.

Phillip also had a love of animals and cherished his pets. Major was Phil's childhood dog. Bandit was his daughter Kathy's dog. Rosie, who was a rescue. They were best friends for 12 years. His family was rounded out by, Bear, the Gentle Giant, who crossed the Rainbow Bridge in February. Scrappy, a rescue, and Sasha, his new shity shih tzu..

Phillip’s retirement never arrived . Phillip never got the pleasure. Phillip wanted to retire to a log cabin on a Wisconsin lake ,and spend the days Fishing with Carol.

Phillip passed away on July 13, 2011 at Mac Neal Hospital in Berwyn, IL. His death was caused by Myocardia, " an enlarged heart ". He is survived by his wife Carol, his children Amanda, Kelly, and James Brost. Katherine Folkers. Amanda’s children Anthony, Augustin, Adrian, Andrew, and Addison.

Kelly's children Titi and Nick. And Katherine's daughter Marissa. Services were held at Mount Auburn Funeral Home. Phillip was cremated.

All who knew him would agree that Phillip was a loving and faithful husband devoted to his family and friends. He lived his life with his feet firmly on the ground. He had a strong work ethic, was pragmatic in his thoughts and acts. He was willing to share his ideas and knowledge for the benefit of

others, so that they could accomplish more in their lives. Phillip A. Folkers did his best to ensure that his family, friends, loved ones, co-workers, and everyone whose life he touched was given the chance to become a better person. His friends and family appreciated his sense of humor. Phillip will be truly

missed by all.