Fredric A. “Freddy” Phillips, 75, of Swampscott entered eternal rest on Saturday January 21, 2017.
Born and raised in Lynn, Mr. Phillips worked as a clothing manufacturer. Later he owned and operated Samples clothing store on Atlantic Avenue in Marblehead. He was well known in the Swampscott community as advocate and organizer on many local issues. Mr. Phillips often volunteered at My Brother’s Table, loved cribbage at the senior center and was active at the J.C.C. in Marblehead.
He was the devoted husband of Elinore S. “Ellie” (Borkum) Miller; beloved father of sons Joshua Miller and Gabriel & wife Lisa Miller-Phillips; and dear brother of Jeffrey & wife Carol Phillips.
Services will be held at Congregation Shirat Hayam, 55 Atlantic Avenue, Swampscott on Tuesday, January 24 at 11:00AM. Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park. Condolence calls may be made at his late residence following the interment Tuesday until 8PM and on Wednesday between 3-8PM. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to Congregation Shirat Hayam, 55 Atlantic Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907.