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Rex PHILLIPS Obituary

PHILLIPS, Rex Howard. Son of the late W R and Lily Phillips, died suddenly at Taranaki Base Hospital on 10 May 2020, in his 88th year. Loving husband and best mate of Jane for 61 years. Very loved father and father-in-law of Sally, Mary and Hugh, Andrew and Anna, Jamie and Aimee. Adored Boppa of Josh, James, Bex, Kate, Nicholas, Sophie, Milly, Kernow and Poppy. A 'Legend of a man', who always put his family first. Messages c/- Townhouse 41/71 Barrett Road, New Plymouth, 4310. In adherence to the current COVID restrictions, a private funeral will be held.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on May 12, 2020.

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Sophie Kurota

May 24, 2020

We are very sad to hear of Rex passing. Rex and Jane have been regulars at our restaurant for many many years and we loved having chats with him. It was only last month he replied to my email newsletter wishing we could deliver food to Auckland. Thank you so much for your custom over the years and you will be sorely missed. RIP Rex San. With love from Sophie, Ken and Minami Kurota (Sushi Ninja)

Belinda Burke

May 24, 2020

Dear Jane & family,
I am so sory to hear of Rex's passing.I always enjoyed the chats we had and had a lot of time for you both. Please know that my love and thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.
Kindest regards
Belinda Burke

Del Philips

May 15, 2020

So sorry to hear about your sad loss. I worked for WRP for 21 years and always had a laugh and joke with (sexy Rexy) as he was called by some of the old girl staff. Best wishes to all of the family.
Best regards Del and Graeme Philips.

Bruce Lang

May 14, 2020

Dear Jane and Family Very sorry to hear the news our thoughts are with you, both Cath and I have great memories both in New Plymouth and Kuratau All the best Bruce Lang & Cath Murray

Rosemary Parker

May 13, 2020

Dear Jane, we send our warmest thoughts to you and your family. What a complicated time to be coping with the loss of your loved Rex, but rest assured Mary and Parky are waiting for a 'catch up'. Arohanui, the Parker family.

Alison Pask

May 13, 2020

Dear Auntie Jane, Sally, Mary, Andrew, Jamie and families. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. We have many happy family memories of our younger days together. Sending you our love Alison, John, Catherine and Simon Pask

May 13, 2020

To Jane and all your family,our thoughts
are with you at this sad time.
Rex was a great manager and friend.
Bill & June Summers.

Margaret Garrett

May 13, 2020

Dear Jane and family my deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of Rex your beloved husband and father.
Margaret Garrett

Robert Bullot

May 13, 2020

To the Phillips Family>condolences at this time of your loss>Rex was my first Boss >As i did my appreticeship as a Mechanic>I have fond memories of him>And his and all the other leaders at WR PHILLIPS made me so happy to go to work>Cherish your memomories>RIP Rex>Robert Bullot>Inglewood>

Brenda Toplrss

May 13, 2020

Was saddened to hear of Rex passing.Th valet girls at WR PHILLIPS will miss him and his boxes of chocolates. We always had time to give his car a quick clean. R. I.P

Susan Hughes

May 12, 2020

Dear Jane I am so saddened to hear of Rex's passing. You and Rex mean the world to me and I always loved seeing you both. Fun times with the bingo will always bring me laughter. My deepest sympathy Jane and a big hug. Susan xx

May 12, 2020

So very sorry to hear Jane and family,thinking of you and all your extended family, all lifelong friends.
Fay Looney

Grant Carter

May 12, 2020

So sad to hear of Rex's passing. My warmest thoughts and condolences to Jane and family. A man I had huge respect for. Rest In Peace Rex

Bill and Leonie Soffe

May 12, 2020

To Jane and family,
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Rex was a real gentleman, considerate, happy and a great work colleague.

Ashley Heydon

May 12, 2020

Remembering Rex a friend and business colleague of 70 years. Saddened to hear of his passing and sending my deepest condolences to his family.
Ashley Heydon
Heydon Priest Ltd.

Rae Hancock

May 12, 2020

My sincere condolences to all the Phillips family. Earth is poorer for his loss , but heaven is richer for his gain

Rex Phillips - WR Phillips

W.R. Phillips

May 12, 2020

The team at W.R. Phillips will miss Rex at the Dealership for his Wash and Vacuum and his catch up with whats happening in the Motoring Industry. Our thoughts are with the Whole Family

May 12, 2020

So sad to read of Rex's passing. He was a true gentleman and so thoughtful in all things he did. Hold on to all the wonderful memories. Helen McCarthy

Liz Dobson (Quay)

May 12, 2020

Very sad. Such a lovely man who was always positive and cheerful .
RIP . Thoughts to you all from all the "Quay " Family remembering great times x

Geoff Wood

May 12, 2020

Geoff and Robyn send our deepest sympathys to all the family,on the sad passing of Rex.

May 12, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Fond memories of a previous neighbour. Bruce & Jocelyn Gilmour

Beryl Gunn

May 12, 2020

My deepest sympathy to Jane and the Phillips family on the loss of their dear Rex.

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