Mark Allen Phillips, Sr., 71, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at his home surrounded by loving family.

He was born Aug. 12, 1954, in Coshocton to the late Ray C. and Betty (Mills) Phillips.

He was the owner & operator of Amera Heating & Cooling, and the family-owned Phillips Home Improvements.

Mark enjoyed stock car racing, playing pool, camping, using his riding lawn mower and golf cart. He was able to fix anything and would help anyone out that had something in need of repair. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who will be missed by his many family members and friends.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Kathy S. Phillips of Coshocton, whom he married Jan. 6, 1973; his children, Mark Jr. (Jody) Phillips, Shawn Phillips, Coen Phillips, Tabitha Turnbull (Nick Kincaid), Christian Phillips, and Sabrina Phillips (Ray Banks); his grandkids, Brodie Phillips, Bella Phillips, Sheea (Johnny) Ray, Shea (Jesi) Archer, Sarah (Jordan) Lusk, Rachel Jacobs, Robbie Jacobs, Casey Turnbull, Lexie Phillips (Kyle Ignatowski), Cassidy (Casey) Moore, Cole Fisher, Corey Phillips, Dallas Turnbull, Kylee McNichols, and Kinley McNichols; many great-grandkids; two sisters, Susan (Bob) Porth, and Ardonna Albert; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Danny Phillips; two grandchildren, Kylor Fisher and Reston Price; and his dog, Lila.

A memorial service will take place 5:00 p.m. Monday, March 30, 2026, at Fischer Funeral Home in Warsaw, with Rev. Chris Miletti officiating. Visitation is one hour prior to service time at the funeral home. FischerFuneralHome.com

Mark's family would like to extend special thanks to the staff at Genesis Hospice and encourage memorial donations to them at 713 Forest Ave. Zanesville, OH 43701.