Phillip was born on February 7, 1956 in Mexican Water, Arizona. He attended Elementary and High School in Red Mesa, Arizona. After High School he went onto Blanding, Utah where he attended college and studied to be an auto mechanic. He later met Sharon Duncan who he married in 1993. He worked at various types of jobs. He was a concrete finisher, laborer, carpenter helper and also worked with underground mining. These jobs allowed him to travel to many states, such as Arkansas, Nebraska and others. He enjoyed watching Rodeo on TV and also attending them in person. Family time with his grandkids and other family members were his favorite time of all. He will greatly be missed by them all. Services have been held.