[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 57 (Thursday, April 19, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E586]
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                       HONORING BRIDGET PHILLIPS

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                       HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 19, 2012

  Mr. McCOTTER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the extraordinary 
life of Bridget Phillips and mourn her upon her passing at the age of 
79.
  Born on December 19, 1932, Bridget Phillips grew to be a woman loved 
and revered by all who knew her. Mrs. Phillips was the proud matriarch 
of a three generation Michigan based business. She was gifted with a 
gracious, thoughtful and philanthropic spirit, generously dedicated to 
local organizations, such as St. Mary's Hospital, Madonna University, 
Angela Hospice and The Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund.
  Regrettably, on April 17, 2012, Bridget Phillips passed from this 
earthly world to her eternal reward. She is survived by her beloved 
husband of 57 years, William and her cherished children Lynn, Donna, 
Lisa, Terry, Scott, Bob, Amy and Sean. She will be long remembered by 
her much-loved siblings Bill, Derm, Mary, Fran and Terry. She leaves a 
precious legacy in her grandchildren Sarah, Erin, Meghan, Ben, Lauren, 
Max, Caleb, Haley, Laine, Jarred, Molly, Amy, Andy, Matt, Alia, Zane, 
Jack, Will, Luke and Owen. An amiably benevolent woman, Bridget will be 
sorely missed.
  Mr. Speaker, Bridget Phillips is remembered as a devoted wife, loving 
mother, adored grandmother, treasured sister, compassionate neighbor, 
and a valued friend. Bridget was a true lady who deeply treasured her 
family, friends, community and her country. Today, as we bid Bridget 
farewell, I ask my colleagues to join me in mourning her passing and 
honoring her dedicated commitment to her family, our community and 
country.

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