Donald Wayne Phillips – North Texas e-News

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

Don was born on February 9, 1939 in Dodd City, Texas to 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 were at Don’s core. His first job was at the age of 6 delivering newspapers. As a young man, his love of cars turned into a career where he eventually became president and managing partner of his own Chevrolet – Buick dealership. Don also proudly serves on the Chevrolet Dealers council board.

With a servant’s heart, Don enjoyed being in the Chamber of Commerce, Master Mason for over 60 years, president of the Kiwanis Club, Jaycee member, and being a member of the finance committee at 7th and Main Baptist Church. He also volunteers with the Bonham Heart Association and the Special Olympics. He championed the creation of Bonham Trade Days which thrives and still exists today.

Because of Don’s passion for flying, he earned his pilot’s license. Bright and early on weekend mornings you will see him ascend into the sky. When he is not on the air he is riding 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 joking with his friends at the Coffee Club. Don will be forever loved and missed by all who knew him.

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

Don is survived by his 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 husband Krys, Garrett Swayne and wife Sydney, six great-grandchildren, sister, Judy Phillips and husband Rocky, Patti Stone and husband Talmadge, brother, Larry Phillips and wife Deborah, along with many nieces, nephews and cousin.

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

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