Robert Earl Phillips

Robert Earl Phillips, 66, of Hardin, Kentucky passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026 at Baptist Health in Paducah, Kentucky.  

He was born on Tuesday, November 10, 1959 in Murray, KY to the late JoAnn Darnall Phillips and Earl Phillips. Robert was a man of many trades, although he was most proud of being a brick mason. He loved to hunt and fish, but not as much as spending time with his grandchildren. Robert loved them dearly. He also loved to pester the women in his life, whether it be family or coworkers. 

Robert is survived by his daughter, Deonne Miller (Toby) of Hardin, KY; son, Robert Brandon Phillips (Laura) of Almo, KY; four sisters, Veronica Clark (Joe) of Benton, KY, Donna Thompson of Benton, KY, Christine Henderson of Brewers, KY, Deidra Jones (Robert) of Anderson, Indiana; as well as seven grandchildren, Keylee Miller, Ty Miller, Brylee Phillips, Styles Miller, Layla Phillips, Ryleigh Miller, and Hadley Phillips.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Danny Pat Phillips. 

Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2026 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Collier Funeral Home 

A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 21, 2026 at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at the Marshall Co. Memory Gardens.

Collier Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling arrangements.