Dean Phillips
February 9, 1932 - March 31, 2020

"Dear Dee, My heart and thoughts are with you. It seems like it wasn't that long ago we were delivering the Learjet 31A. And the countless NBAA gatherings, events, and stories at the house were priceless. Both of you have been great friends, and an inspiration to my flying for decades. Truly nicest and most genuine people of my aviation career. If you make it to Vegas, or there is anything I can do for you please don't hesitate. Steve Rahn and Katie."

"Dear Dee and family. On behalf of the Molyneux family, I extend love and heartfelt sympathy to you during very sad time. No doubt you are navigating the hardship as best as you can and hopefully finding the joy in memories of this wonderful man. You were very generous to us when we met you in Aspen all those years ago and my brother and I still have very fond memories of being flown out to visit your family in Missouri. What an adventure it was for our Australian family! And of course it would not have been possible if it weren't for the generosity of Big Dean-O! We raise a toast to him and send our love to you all. ??? ???From John, Eve, Skye and John-Ed"

"I didn?t know Mr. Dean Phillips very well but I can say with certainty he was very caring and generous towards my parents Hal and Nicky Jackson. In 2010 when my Dad was having a difficult time recovering from cancer surgery, both Dean and Dee flew my folks from Quincy out West. My sister Linda, brother Daniel, Pamela (my spouse) and I were able to care for them. As a result, we were able to have seven more quality years together as a family. Upon landing, Dean jumped out of his pilot?s cockpit and trotted to the rear cargo and unloaded the baggage before I knew what happened! I will always remember Dean with fondness for his generosity and with the highest respect "

"I didn?t know Mr. Dean Phillips well but I can tell you he was very kind to my parents Hal & Nicky Jackson and my family. After Dad was diagnosed with cancer when living in Quincy, Dean and Dee Phillips flew my folks from Baldwin Field out West to be with my brother Daniel, Pamela (my spouse) and me. Because of Dean and Dee?s selfless actions, we had many more years of additional quality family time together. I shall always be grateful to Dean and Dee for their care and generosity towards my family. "

"from Noel Palmer - Simply put, a first class man. A man I looked up to and learned from since 1972, other than my dad. Still flying because of him. Thoughts and prayers go out to Scott, Connie and Kay. He had a good run. "

"My condolences to Scott and the entire Phillips family. Your father will be missed by many, especially in the banking industry. There are many wonderful stories about Dean that I hear while living and working in the Lewistown area. I am thinking of your family during this difficult time. "

"Dean supported the Quincy Elks Lodge #100 with his membership of 63 years. He was proud of the Elks Lodge and its community works. Thank You Dean - you will be missed."

"Phillips and Murfin Families - I am sorry to hear the loss of Dean. I remember my first plane ride was when Dean took Laurie and me to Colorado to visit with Tere. He was an amazing singer."

"Dee, Kay, Connie, Scott and family, Dean was a best friend to Tom from when they first met in biology class at Culver-Stockton College. That was the beginning of a long and wonderful friendship that later included our entire family. Tom cherished their hunting trips, skiing trips and additional ventures together to Australia, China, and Aspen. Dean loaned Tom his N3517Y to fly to Alaska to celebrate Hannibal?s sesquicentennial which ultimately led to the polar bear! Dean was affectionately called ?Uncle? Dean by Tom and Betty?s girls, Cindy, Andrea and Heidi. Our family all loved Dean and will him so much. Love, Betty Fischer and girls "

"Dee ,Scott, Connie, and Kay, Dean was a remarkable man, always thinking of creative ways in business that no one else could begin to imagine! He was my good friend! My sons and I will miss him greatly as he was such an inspiration to us. Ed Sauer,Drew Sauer, Bradley Sauer, and Jeff Sauer"

"Kay Phillips, I was sadden by the news of your Dad's passing. It seems like everyone knew him, or knew something about him. What a gentleman he was indeed. Prayers for all the family ."

"I have vivid memories, great memories of the philips Murfinand norris families back in the fifties and sixties and seventies. Quail hunting, business enterprises, and some things that probably can't be mentioned. Dean was a great person, a pillar of the community, and gave me my 1st loan to get started in business back in 1978. I will remember him fondly and send my deepest sympathy to the family. Doctor John Norris"

"Scott, and the whole family: I am so sorry to hear about his passing! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this tough time!"

"Dean was a true success story in Lewistown and was well thought of by so many people. He will be missed by so many but will leave behind a huge legacy for so many. He was a great friend to all. When my son was born dean flew my mom to Kansas City to see her new grandson. Thank you Dean. John Wills "

"Dee, Scott, and Scott?s family. We are so sorry for your loss. The world has lost a brilliant, first class gentleman. I had the privilege of flying with Dean around the world. I witnessed his passion for flying, adventures, and his love of family and friends. You guys always treated me like family and I will always remember him. The world has lost a Legend. Love, The Hanson?s"

"We send our sympathy to all of the family. We have a fun memory of sitting around a table one evening telling stories and lots of laughs, cherish your memories."

"Dee and family, I am truly sorry to hear that Dean recently passed away. I loved listening to his thought provoking ideas and stories; whether they involved currency swaps at Mercantile, LaGrange casino's, slamming martinis in the Denver airport and WGR, hand pumping aircraft fuel flying downunder into Koramba, and last Dee, when you two went flying in a small plane and he decided that he didn't care for teaching and flying in the right seat. Thank you Dean Phillips,and Dee remember, "when you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight?. Chris Whitnell"

"My condolences to Scott and family. Dean was a respected banker and gentleman. His presence will be missed in the banking community."

"April 2, 2020: As I sit back in my chair this date and reminisce about past times and experiences, I vividly recall Dean Phillips and upon what an awe-inspiring Tenor voice he had. In my much younger years when buying and selling Real Estate, I encountered a variety of business excursions thus spending a great deal of time flying with Dean Phillips. Dean Phillips was truly a gifted transcendent man; accomplishing the unbelievable for himself and shining forth as the illustrious leader that he was. I relish the time I spent with Dean Phillips and my most complacent thoughts of mourning are now placed within the immediate family. Don Wallace, C\O The Illinois Veterans Home, Quincy, Illinois"

"Dee and family. Our profound sympathy with the passing of Dean. We had so many wonderful memories with you all and Dean had a curiosity gene like no other. Take care at very trying time for your family and the world. Bill and Elizabeth Huffman. "

"We are saddened to hear of Dean's passing, yet we are grateful for having known him. May his memory be Eternal. "

"Deep condolences to Dee, Scott , Kay and Connie and your whole family. Dean was such a great inspiration to us all and he had a big influence on our lives .We are deeply grateful for the wonderful times we have shared. Our memories will always be cherished. Lots of Love from Ernie, Rachel and Dino."

"Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. He was a remarkable man. "

"So sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a genuinely nice man. He will be missed. "

"Dee, sorry for your loss .Dean was a special friend to dad, prayer to your family."

"My thoughts and prayers are with your family. He was definitely a man with many talents."

"Dean was a man bigger than life. There was never a moment when his brain was not going at the speed of light churning up new ideas or solving problems. He had more energy and love of work than anyone. His presence will be missed tenfold. My prayers go out to Dee and his family. May your wonderful memories sustain you in this time of grief. Sharon Fraind"

"Scott and families. So sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you all "

"My love and prayers are with the family at this most sad time; the loss of a truly remarkable man."

"Dear Phillips Family, Thinking of you and remembering a remarkable business man. Dick & Pat Wentura"