Bradley A. Phillips

Bradley A. Phillips       

KENMORE, N.Y.---Bradley A. Phillips, 62, of Kenmore, formerly of Lockport, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2018 in Buffalo General Hospital, Buffalo, after a long illness.

Born on December 18, 1955 in Olean, he was a son of Walter F. and Beverly J. Wilson Phillips. 

Bradley was a graduate of Lockport Senior High School, Class of 1974 and earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Buffalo in 1995.  He held several positions throughout years, his last being a loving caregiver to his granduncle, Henry Sustakoski, helping him to stay independent and able to live in his home.

He was an avid golfer and loved his animals and being with his family.

Surviving are four siblings, Lorrie R. Rigby of Cottage Grove, Ore., Karen J. (Shannon) Vineyard of Whiteville, N.C., Rodney S. (Karen DiNatale) Phillips of North Tonawanda, and David C. Phillips of Wilmington, N.C.; his stepmother, Rita J. Phillips of Wilmington, N.C.; six nieces and nephews; a grandniece and a grandnephew, who he held dear to his heart; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside burial service at 10am on Saturday, August 4, 2018 in the East Sharon Cemetery, Shinglehouse, Pa.  The Rev. Russell J. Horning, pastor of the First Baptist Church, Shinglehouse, will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Bradley’s family has entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, Pa.

To express condolences or share a fond memory of Bradley, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com