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Keith "99" Phillips

April 4, 1960 — April 16, 2026

Cairo

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Keith "99" Phillips, who passed on April 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at his home under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice, after a year long sarcoma battle.

Born on April 4, 1960, in Henderson, Kentucky, Keith was the son of the late Murt and Sharon Lee (Allen) Phillips.

Keith was a deacon of the Corydon Missionary Baptist Church and a proud chief with the Cairo Fire Department. He lived for his family, and his happiest moments were spent with his beloved grandson, Preston. If you knew Keith, you knew he was known for his BBQ Chicken and his Burgoo. He was more than just a husband and father he was a guiding light, always ready with a joke, a smile, or a helping hand.

He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Tammy Phillips, and their two wonderful daughters, Lindsay LaRue (Charles) and Ashley Montgomery (Dan). One loving grandson Preston LaRue; He is also survived by his sister Kim Palismo (Steve) from Southern California, his nephew Justin Palismo, his aunt Brenda Phillips, and cousin Ralph Snider. Of course, we can't forget his furry companion, Izzy, who always brought him joy.

Friends and family will honor Keith’s life with a service on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM at Tomblinson Funeral Home, where Michele Nally will officiate. Burial will take place at Fairmont Cemetery following the service.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 20, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and again on Tuesday morning from 9:00 AM until just before the service.

Pallbearers will be, Chris Watson, Jarrod McGraw, Paxton McGraw, David Garber, Kirk Hayden, Dorrel Hillyard, Donnie Braden, Mark Whitson, Keith Griffin, David Denton, Wade Denton, and Glenn Powell.

Honorary Pallbearers will be, Larry Koeber, Fred Vandiver, John Guthrie, Jean Wright, Jodie Greenwell, Jimmy McGill, Dude Snider, and David Dennis.

In lieu of flowers, we invite you to make memorial contributions to St. Anthony's Hospice, a place that provided comfort and care to Keith in his final days.

As we gather to celebrate Keith’s remarkable life, let us remember his kindness, laughter, and love that will forever resonate in our hearts.


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Service Schedule

Upcoming Services

Visitation

Monday, April 20, 2026

2:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)

Tomblinson Funeral Homes

325 1st St, Henderson, KY 42420

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Funeral Service

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Starts at 12:00 pm (Central time)

Tomblinson Funeral Homes

325 1st St, Henderson, KY 42420

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Burial

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Tomblinson Funeral Homes

325 1st St, Henderson, KY 42420

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