John Franklin "Frankie" Phillips, 77, passed away Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Conway Medical Center. He was born April 24, 1944 in Georgetown County, a son of the late Clarence Ellison and Lottie Pearline Cribb Phillips.

In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his wife, Margaret Skipper Phillips and brother-in-law, Edsel Davis.

Frankie was a true southern gentleman, who loved his family. Whether it was the holidays, special occasions or just a family get together, he enjoyed spending time with them, along with all the good food. He enjoyed sports, especially NASCAR and the Daytona 500, along with music, which he loved to sing along with. After twenty years of being an electrician he decided to retire and enjoy life.  He had a love for the outdoors, where he enjoyed hunting and fishing on the Black River. Frankie was a loving father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend to everyone.

Mr. Phillips is survived by his children, Tommy Smith (Tara) and Rodney Gasque (Susie); grandchildren, Breanna Smith and Luke Gasque; siblings, Barbara Phillips Davis and Jo Phillips Camlin; nieces, Susan Stone and Robin Camlin; nephew, Kevin Davis and many other family and friends who will miss him.

Funeral Services will be held 3pm Sunday, February 27, 2022 at Watson Funeral Services Chapel with Rev. Darrell Ricketts and Rev. Dickie Knight officiating.

Burial will follow at Antioch UMC Cemetery.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Please sign a guestbook at watsonfuneralservices.com Watson Funeral Services and Crematory, 2300 Hwy 378, Conway, SC is serving the family.