John G. Phillips III, 79, passed away on February 27, 2016 in Encino, New Mexico. He entered this world on August 11, 1936 in Highland Park, Michigan to the late Gordon and Caroline Phillips. On November 9, 1988 he married his best friend and soul mate Martha Apodaca in Santa Fe, NM. John served in the United States Navy. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Douglas Phillips. John is survived by his beloved wife, Martha Phillips of Encino, NM as well as numerous cousins. A Rosary is to be recited on Saturday April 2, 2016 at 10:30 A.M. with the Celebration of Mass to follow at 11:00 A.m at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Encino, New Mexico. Arrangements were entrusted to the Harris Hanlon Mortuary.