Obituaries

Daniel J. Phillips
January 2, 1953 – January 1, 2026

Predeceased by his wife Barbara Anne (Butler) Phillips; brother Billy Phillips; and sister Barbara Ann Phillips.

Survived by son Daniel J. Phillips Jr.; grandson Drew Phillips; sisters Kathleen Taylor and Eileen Phillips; stepdaughters Sharon (Dumka) Viator and Ursula Butler; special granddaughter Miracle; and many nieces. nephews, and cousins.

Calling hours will be Friday, January 16th from 12-2PM at Dierna Funeral Home. Interment Riverside Cemetery.

“Long live the King.”

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  1. I will also love and miss Daniel was my first love I will always miss what we could have God rest your soul hope you are at peace.

    1. Too late for should’ve could’ve would’ve and this is not the place to do so this man left this earth with a big heart still loving his wife and family but still wanting a relationship with his biological son that was tainted for

  2. I wouldn’t miss it for the world! I miss you uncle Danny/ father so much! So many good memories laughs and my big supporter! I love you so much and the wonderful memories will continue to run in my head, stay in my heart and make me stronger to know that you’re at peace with you darling wife!

  3. Life long friend, I hope your telling stories and listening to Elvis, until we meet again ❤️❤️

  4. My dear I will always miss you. You have been a blessing in my life with your friendship and words of wisdom. Rest in peace. You will always be in my heart. Love you

  5. Hey Danny Dan Even Though It Was A Short Time When We Met. You Never Held Your Words Back.You Was Funny As Hell. Im Going To Miss You My Brother. God Bless You And Your Family.

  6. You will be missed my great friend I Knew you since 3rd grade and we were in boy scouts together. We have so many great memories together. You were a big part of the Longdue family I know you are a Christian and believe in Jesus and will see you again my good friend.

  7. We going to miss you grandpa London”Levi going to miss you even more we love you I know you with grandma dancing in heaven ❤️❤️❤️

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