John "Bull" M. Phillips, Sr.

John “Bull” Marshall Phillips Sr., 80, of Edwardsville, IL, passed away at his home on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

John was born on September 7, 1946, in Collinsville, IL, to the late George Russell Phillips Jr. and Barbara Ann (née Marshall) Phillips. He was a 1964 graduate of Collinsville High School and proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, John dedicated 57 years to the electrical trade before retiring from IBEW Local Union #1.

John enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life, including hunting, golfing, playing poker, hot rods, and drag racing. He had a special love for Christmas and took great pride in setting up an impressive model train collection that brought the magic of the season to life.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sandra C. (née Tutka) Phillips, whom he married on October 5, 1968, and who passed away in December 2025; and his sister, Patricia Sheahan.

He is survived by his two children, John Marshall Phillips Jr. of Troy, IL, and Christy Ann White of Shiloh, IL; his grandchildren, Cheyenne Sierra Phillips, Easton Marshall Phillips, Ridge Colton (Hailey Kelley) Phillips, Joseph Robert (Brianna Lopez) Russo II, Jacob Ryan (Edward Newsome) White, and two great grandchildren, Mateo and Natalie; his brother, James (Bonnie) Phillips of Ashley, IL; his sisters, Suzanne Hamilton of Collinsville, IL, and Cindy (Philip) Bowling of Troy, IL; his brother-in-law, David Sheahan of Collinsville, IL; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In accordance with John’s wishes, he will be cremated, and no public services will be held.