Presvytera Mary Phillips

It is with great sadness to share the passing of Presvytera Mary Phillips on March 6, 2016. At the time of her passing, she was surrounded by her loving husband, Very Reverend Father Theodore Phillips, and her daughter Erys Phillips. She is also survived by her son, Theodore, grandson Erik, sister Rose Linardos, brother and sister-in-law John and Yiota Economou, Niece Stephanie Linardos, Nephew George Linardos, Niece Erasmia Economou and Nephew George Economou along with many extended family members all who grieve her passing. Presvytera Mary was born on April 7, 1930 in Pasadena, CA. After she completed school, she met and married Father Theodore Phillips at Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Los Angeles on July 5, 1953 and they enjoyed 62 years together until her passing. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, who was always eager to help others and brighten their lives through her cheerful disposition and her warm sense of humor. She was active in sports and enjoyed reading and traveled the world with her beloved husband. In addition to her support of parish ministries including Philoptochos, Newcomer Welcoming Committee, and hosting the Inquirer’s Class for Orthodoxy in their home, Presvytera Mary was involved in other charitable works throughout her life including Church Women United, volunteering at the State Hospital in Stockton, California, and she worked with the blind. She was a pillar of strength for her husband’s ministry and worked closely with him on the building of Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Cardiff-By-The-Sea. The Trisagion Service will be prayed on Wednesday, March 9 at 6:30 p.m., and the Funeral will be held on Thursday, March 10 at 10:00 a.m. Both services will be held at Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 3459 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007. A Makaria meal will be offered at the church immediately following the funeral. At the family’s request, the interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, it was Presvytera Mary’s desire that donations in her memory be made to Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church and offered for college scholarships to deserving students. May her memory be eternal!