Brenda Gail Key Phillips, 72, of New Hope, passed away Sunday.
Brenda worked at the local bank in New Hope for over 20 years and loved helping all the local patrons with the banking needs. After a long career she retired in 2007 to take care of her mother who fell ill. In 1988, Brenda and Henry worked tirelessly with Louise Mathews to establish the Elizabeth Carpenter Public Library where they volunteered their time for 7 years. Before her banking days she spent 10 years as a stay at home mother taking care of her children where she helped with school activities such as volunteering as the school nurse, class parties and nurturing her children. For several years she and Henry served as band booster and athletic boosters. She was fierce in her faith with grace and courage and a proud member of the Hebron Church of Christ in Hebron, Al. She enjoyed being part of a close net community. When the need arose Brenda served as treasurer on the Hayden Cemetery Board for several years. A true community supporter who loved her community will be missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents Ollie Lee and Viola Lucille Bridges Key and half-brother Kenneth Wayne Key.
Survived by her Husband of 51 years, Henry (Butch) Engene Phillips and their 3 children. Rickey Eugene Phillips (fiance Linda Tidsdale), Tina Leanne Phillips Clark (Gerald), and Lisa Gail Phillips Hastings (Keven). Also, 2 sisters Judy Elaine Key Powell (Robert) and Patricia Ann Key Sublett (Mike), with many nieces, nephews and several extended family members and friends.
She was a very proud Grandmère to her 6 grandchildren: Andrew Ross Phillips, Phillip Austin Clark (Masi), Riley Cordell Phillips, Emma Louise Fisher, William Henry Clark and Rhealyn Lucille Hastings.
Visitation will be Wednesday 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at New Hope Funeral Home. Services will be held at Hebron Church of Christ, Thursday at 1:00 PM with Bro. Bobby Starnes officiating.
Interment will be in the Hayden Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers send donations to Hospice Family Care 10000 Serenity Lane Huntsville, Alabama 35803 Attn: Tammie Droppleman.
