Donald Wayne Phillips

Donald Wayne Phillips went to live with Jesus on May 13, 2023.

Don was born on February 9, 1939 in Dodd City, Texas to parents Pearl Hopkins and Harless Phillips. He graduated from Bonham High School in 1958 and went on to marry his high school sweetheart Pam Ware on July 22, 1960. Hard work and determination was at the core of Don. His first job was at the age of 6 delivering newspapers. As a young man, his love for cars turned into a career where ultimately he became president and managing partner of his very own Chevrolet - Buick dealership. Don also took great pride serving on the Chevrolet Dealers council board. With a servant's heart Don enjoyed being on the Chamber of Commerce, Master Mason for over 60 years, president of  the Kiwanis Club, Jaycee member, and being on the finance committee at 7th and Main Baptist Church. He also volunteered with the Bonham Heart Association and Special Olympics. He championed the creation of Bonham Trade Days which is thriving and still in existence today.  Don's passion for flying led to him getting his pilot's license. Bright and early on weekend mornings you would find him taking to the sky. When he wasn't in the air he was on his tractor or enjoying his small herd of Brangus cattle. Don never met a stranger and loved everyone he met. Some of his favorite times were spent telling stories or jokes with his Coffee Club friends. Don will be forever loved and missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by parents, Pearl Evans and Harless Phillips, sister, Ginger Powell and great grandson Dawson Sewell.

Don is survived by wife, Pam Phillips of 63 years, daughters, Donna Thomas and husband Terry, Kelly Swayne and husband David, grandchildren, Taylor Sewell and husband Clay, Zach Thomas, Tanner Swayne and wife Krys, Garrett Swayne and wife Sydney, six great grandchildren, sisters, Judy Phillips and husband Rocky, Patti Stone and husband Talmadge, brother, Larry Phillips and wife Deborah, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Please join the family on May 18, 2023 for a graveside service at Carson Cemetery starting at 10:00am.