I met Adrian at work, at Onstar. I was having a bad day when out of nowhere a piece of candy landed in front of me. I looked up and there was this bear of a man, smiling, behind me. His smile and a little piece of candy changed my whole day. 

I started to talk to him after that, and found a friend. He helped me through the problems I had with my children. I gave him the nickname of Sweetbear.  That is what he was to me.

I just found out about his passing. My world is a little bit darker since he is not in it. I will miss talking to him.

I remember Adrian when he, my brother Duane Neal, and my other lil brother,  Derek Nimmons, when they were the 3 posses'.

He was absolutely the coolest, warmest,  and humble person I've ever met. Smart! Funny, and full of life. 
I hate the fact he was taken so soon, but he's an angel, just like my mother, so I send my prayers and thoughts to your family.

Adrian was an awesome human being.

I knew Adrian from about the age of 9.  He was a neighbor and one of my best friends.  Most of my memories growing up in Hidden Valley involve him.  He was someone that had a lot of things thrown at him throughout his life, but I rarely ever remember him in a bad mood.  He was kind to me and to everyone and he took care of me.  He showed me what hard work and taking care of your loved ones was about.  He listened to me share whatever was on my mind and offered advice when needed.  He's an example of what a man should be.  He probably never got the due praise he deserved while he was here on earth because he never demanded it.  He just lived life and that's what makes him so great.  I am a better man in part because of him.  I am only sad because he is not here anymore, but when I think about what Adrian brought to this world, I can only smile and thank God I got to know him for a short time.  I can go on and on talking about this man, but I will stop here because the tears won't stop.  I love you Adrian.  Thank you for being you.

Damon

I knew Adrian through working with his wife Crystal. I know how much she loves him and always will. He was so dear to her and I loved to hear her speak of him because it was so evident that they share such a great love. The world seems sadder when a person like Adrian leaves us. My prayer is for peace and strength for all the family, especially for Crystal!

I remember that when I hit an rough patch I found the shop and he was one of the ones who tought me how to play magic the gathering saving my life.  I loved his hugs laughter and  I hated his decks but he was fun to play with and be firend.

I had a memory of a few years  back when my mom got put in the hospital and dre stopped what he was doing and drove me down their because he over heard the phone call while he was walking  by me and ever since then I knew he was one of the kindest and greatest people in this world I give my condolences to the family and freinds he was a wonderful person

Crystal Hope Edwards

Marrisa Mason-Rhillips

George Ray Phillips

Persephone Phillips

James English III

Simone Antoinette Bellamy

Star Edwards

Carothers Funeral Home at Gaston Memorial Park

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Adrian Masonray Phillips

January 25, 1974 – June 17, 2019

Carothers Funeral Home at Gaston Memorial Park

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