Dorothy Jean Phillips , age 82, of Stockton, IL passed away Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Galena Stauss Senior Care Community. She was born June 18, 1942 in Freeport, IL to the late Merle and LaVerne (Yeoman) Wise. Dorothy married David Phillips on June 11, 1965.

Dorothy dedicated her early years to being a stay-at-home mom to her two beloved children, Jeff and Pam. Later in life, she found joy in working at the Warren Schools cafeteria, where she made many friends and cherished memories.

Dorothy had a passion for baking, sewing, painting, gardening, camping and watching birds. She was deeply involved with her church, where she made lifelong friendships, especially with the Women of Calvary. Above all, Dorothy adored her grandchildren and loved spending time with them, whether it was baking cookies, making forts, or attending their various activities. She also spent much of her time caring for others and was known for her amazing popcorn, a favorite snack among family and friends.

Dorothy is survived by her husband, David of Stockton; her daughter, Pam (Tom) Ackerman of Winslow; her son, Jeffrey (Rachel) Phillips of Stockton; her grandchildren, Keegan Phillips of Daytona Beach, FL, Jace Phillips of Stockton and Zack (Chelsey DeVries) Ackerman of Pearl City; her great granddaughter, Miah Ackerman; and her brothers, Donald (Elaine) Wise and Carl (Sharon) Wise. She was preceded in death by her parents; her mother-in-law and father-in-law; her brothers, Ivan, Lester and Gerald; and her sister, Joyce Zipsie.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Calvary Church of Stockton at 2:00 p.m. with a visitation beginning at 12:00 p.m. Interment will take place at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens at a later date. A memorial fund has been established.