David Phillips

Rochester, NH - David Phillips, age 58, of Rochester, died Sunday June 12, 2016 at home with his family by his side after a long illness.     He was born Sept. 16, 1957 in Rochester, the son  of the late Herman and Margaret (McIntyre) Phillips. He grew up in Lebanon, ME and served in the U. S. Army. David worked as an auto mechanic for several years, then drove trucks for HP Hood. He was a participant of the Emmanuel Advent Christian Church. David enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, camping and especially riding with his wife on their motorcycle. He was vigilant in aiding friends in everyday life, especially repairing their vehicles.     He will be greatly missed by his wife of 38 years, Denise (Lilljedahl) Phillips, also, daughter, Jennifer Phillips and fiancé Jason Downs, Farmington; son Brian Phillips and fiancée Colleen McDonald, Wakefield; grandchildren, Jadda, Gage, Coby, Zoey; siblings, Nancy Annis and husband Ernie, Michael Phillips and wife Penny, Dianna Cole and husband Bob, Barbara Labrecque and late husband Norm (Frenchie), Brenda Fitzgerald and husband Rick; brother in laws Donald Lilljedahl, Robert Lilljedahl and Beth Hensley; many nieces and nephews.   Family and friends may visit Saturday July 9, 9-11am, followed by a "Celebration of Life" and reception at Emmanuel Advent Christian Church, 34 Eastern Ave., Rochester, NH. Burial will be at a later date. Cremation is under the care of the R. M. Edgerly & Son Funeral Home, 86 South Main Street, Rochester, NH. To sign the online guestbook, please go to www.edgerlyfh.com