Michelle A. “Mickie” Phillips, nee Pauley, age 67, of Brookfield. Beloved wife of the late Donald J. Phillips; loving mother of Nicole (Cesar) Garcia; grandmother to her grand dogs Wicket and Peach; daughter-in-law of Mary Phillips; sister of Carter, Thomas, Gilbert, JoAnn, Candace, Sandra, William, Lonny, Karen and Denise; aunt and great-aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Honorary Mother to the Sessler, Hamilton, Duncan, Jackson and Galloway families. She was a special part of many children’s’ lives throughout the community. Member of the Brookfield Elks Club Lodge 1510. Mickie was an avid Chicago Cubs fan and enjoyed bowling.
Services will be held at a later date, per the family’s wishes.
Arrangements entrusted to Hitzeman Funeral Home & Cremation Services 9445 W. 31st Street, Brookfield, IL 60513
Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL
Information 708-485-2000 or www.HitzemanFuneral.com
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Please accept our deepest condolences at Mickie’s passing. She was a good wife to my best and lifelong friend D.J. She was also a good mother, friend, and 2nd mom to many children. She is with Donnie watching over all of us.
So sorry for your loss
As a fellow Elk member i will always remember with a smile on her face
Truly a beautiful woman inside and outside. She will be missed
Dear Nicole,
I worked with your mom at Brook Park. I feel so lucky to have known her. She was such a genuine and caring person. You and your mom are in my prayers.
Mickie was one of a kind with a heart that gave deeply. She will be treasured & missed. Keeping Nicole, Cesar & her family in our thoughts
My heart breaks at the Earthly loss of you Mickie. Your caring, generous Heart is a great light gone.
I will miss you so VERY much!
Linda Michiels
Mickie, you will be truly missed! I loved your smile and friendship. Thoughts and prayers for your family!
The Earth lost one of its true treasures Always smiling witty and caring Donnie welcoming her with open arms- a perfect beginning to her afterlife
We would like to give you our deepest sympathy.
Mickie was a very giving woman and a very devoted Elk. She will be miss dearly.
Sandy & Brian Supancic
Chicago Northshore Elks lodge 1316
So sorry to hear of the loss of sweet Mickie. Loved having her in the classroom with me. I hope that your many happy memories will be a comfort to you now and always. Jane Fiala
Nichole I’m so sorry for your loss. Mickie was a great person to everyone she met. Friends and family Mickie was always there for whoever needed her. I know we all loved and will miss her. To you Nichole our deepest condolences.
Clara and family
As you know, Nicole, your Mom made every event and activity fun. Her positivity and loving embrace of life were rare and admirable traits that made us all better for knowing her.
I cannot overestimate your loss and grief.
Huge hugs,
Nancy Luiz
Mickie was selfless, loving, caring, helpful in so many ways to so many people, always there, smiling, laughing, and doing…I know my heart is not the only one hurting, just so sad.
Sweet Nicole, sending hugs to you!
Nicole, Mary and Mickie’s honored families and friends,
Mickie has left her family and community a very special legacy.
Live, give and love during life to the fullest.
In some ways I’m sure there are many people including myself who feel she was available to help, or care for each of us at some point during her time on earth.
Rest in God’s loving arms for you have lived life well.
Dearest Nicole and family~ I am so sorry for the profound, heart-breaking loss, but I know that your mom lived a full and happy life! She was always so proud of you and adored you! She was one of the most giving people I have ever met and she enriched my life. I have happy and fond of Mickie and will cherish them. She was a good woman, a great woman and a blessing to the world. Now, she is an angel in Heaven watching over us. I love you, Mickie and Nicole! ~Cheryl xoxo
Mickie helped me so much during my early years at RB. I always looked forward to her visits, often just to chat. It gives me comfort to know she is at Abraham Lincoln cemetery – just south of my Laraway School, where I taught before my career at RBHS. I’ll always remember seeing both of you at mama’s nursing home in Knoxville several summers ago when you made the long trip to Galesburg. What a wonderful surprise and just about as thoughtful as could be. Sending much love to you, Nicole!