Charles "Chuck" Arthur Phillips was summoned from this life by his Lord Jesus on September 22, 2026. He was born December 1, 1956 to Ruth and Arthur Phillips in Spokane and grew up in Mead, WA. Chuck was hard working and a quick learner even as a youngster taking jobs and learning by doing to repair and rebuild things mechanical and otherwise, a skilled "motorhead". He joined the Air Force at 17 and after completion returned home and worked mostly in construction and truck driving although his skills were many and varied. He drove for Cunningham and Central Pre mix before starting his own business, Bark Boys Landscape Supplies in 1996 and ran it until 2018.

Chuck followed up on his desire to fly and became a skilled pilot. He enjoyed flying his Cessna 172 from Deer Park and Mead Always working on projects, Chuck restored many classic cars and trucks and was quick to lend a hand to others often spending his time in the shop at home or wherever someone could use help and his knowledge. Determined and focused he did not leave his projects unfinished.

Chuck was a true outdoorsman enjoying hunting, fishing, camping, boating, water sports and outdoor activities as well as Harley riding and 4 wheeling . Strong, bold and generous he could operate, build, do or fix just about anything and enjoyed friends and conversation. Chuck was a leader, a brave and good man who delighted heartily in providing for those around him. Chuck is well loved and deeply missed by his family and friends.

Chuck is predeceased by his parents and two sisters Sharon and Charlene. He is survived by his beloved wife Cheri and brother Alan Phillips, son Brandon Phillips, step daughters Danielle Peterson and Rachel Richards as well as grandchildren and nieces and nephews and many good friends.

 Funeral mass will be celebrated at St Joseph's Catholic Church (3720 E. Colbert Rd in Colbert WA 99005) on Friday, October 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM followed by reception in parish hall and committal service at 2:30 PM at Holy Cross Cemetery in Spokane (7200 N Wall St, 99208).