James “Jamie” Paul Phillips, 45, died unexpectedly in his sleep in his residence July 27, 2015, in Sylvania, Ohio. He was born July 21, 1970, in Warsaw, to Don and Pattie Painter Phillips. He was a treasured gift to them. He worked many places and lived in several states and cities in his life. Ultimately, he was a baseball player who became a car guy. At his core, he was a genuine people person who always wanted to have fun and enjoy life. The greatest enjoyment of his life was being with, teaching, coaching and having fun with his son, Jacob. Bo said, "Those who stay will be champions.” For those who knew Jamie, we can help champion the love that Jamie showed throughout his life for his family and for his son as we honor his life. Survivors are: his best friend ever, and son, Jacob Phillips, Maumee, Ohio; his mother, Pattie, Leesburg; brother, Jeff (and spouse Jennifer) Phillips, Leesburg; two nephews, Wyatt and Lincoln Phillips, both of Leesburg; a niece, Radley Phillips, Leesburg; aunts, uncles and cousins in Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Arizona. He was preceded in death by his father, Don Phillips, and a niece, Adele Phillips. A celebration of life was Sunday at Jed’s in Maumee; and another will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Aug. 23 at his brother’s residence, 5403 N. Sawgrass Lane, Leesburg, ***** Memorials to Jacob and gifts will be accepted in his name at the celebration. Gifts can also be mailed to 1245 Westfield Dr, Maumee OH 43537.
