He was born in Union county to the late Milas Burgess and Sara F. Burgess.
Phillip was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He is survived by five sisters and two brothers.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 P.M., Saturday July 11, 2015 at McEwen Funeral Home of Monroe.
Online condolences may be offered by visiting www.mcewenmonroechapel.com.
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