James Edwin  Phillips

James Edwin Phillips, age 89, of Warsaw, Illinois, passed away peacefully on
Thursday, July 2, 2026.
Born on February 27, 1937, Jim proudly served his country as a Specialist in the U.S. Army
during the Cold War. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to his lifelong home of
San Diego, California, where he met Barbara Romero (Shiepe) and welcomed his two boys.
Deeply committed to public service, Jim worked hard to balance a dual career as a San
Diego City Supervisor over the Roads and Water Department while simultaneously serving
as a Reserve Officer for the San Diego Police Department.
In 1969, he married Janet R. Phillips, and upon his retirement, they found their peaceful
haven at Happy Acres Farm in Warsaw, IL where Jim spent his later years enjoying the
quiet and open skies of the land. More than anything, Jim was a fiercely supportive father,
uncle, and grandfather, serving as a steady anchor for his family. His sons' younger years
were rich with outdoor adventures, family camping trips, fishing, coaching little league
baseball, and reveled in the excitement of riding dirt bikes together. Jim carried that same
energy into his role as a grandfather and great-grandfather, taking immense pride in
watching his legacy grow through the generations.
Jim was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Janet; his parents, James Perry Phillips and
Greta Ruhnow; and his sister, Evelyn Lubic.
His love and devotion live on through his surviving family: his sons, James D. Phillips and
Ronnie Phillips; his grandchildren, Audra (Mike) Tibbits, Lynsey (Devin) Beaston, James
Phillips, Zachary Phillips, Cody Phillips, and Sophie Phillips; his great-grandchildren, Jett,
Amelia, and Maverick; and his beloved nephews and their children.
In accordance with Jim's explicit wishes, there will be no formal funeral services, burial, or
public memorial held.  Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw in in charge of arrangements.