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Obituary for Martha Jane Phillips

Martha "Jane" Phillips (nee Gamble) age 91, passed away on December 14, 2017, surrounded by family and loved ones.

She was the daughter of the late, Wilson and Helen (Huff) Gamble, and the wife of the late Harry C. Phillips.

Jane was born in Glenolden, and resided for many years in Yeadon before moving to her late residence in Swarthmore, PA. While living in Yeadon, she was a lifelong member of St. Michael's Episcopal Church, where she was an active member in many church activities. During her working years, Jane was employed at Beneficial Bank and Station WHYY. Jane leaves behind her devoted son, Stephen H. Phillips,Sr. two cherished grandchildren, Stephen H. Philips,Jr. (Dana) of Media, and Heather A. Phillips, Sea Isle City, NJ, two great grandsons, Zachary and Derek Phillips and a cousin, Harriet (Robert) Clawson. She was cared for by her devoted friends and a special thank you to her caregiver,Jen.

Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral service, Wed., Dec. 20, 1:30 PM at Trinity Episcopal Church, 301 N. Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA, 19081. There will be a Visitation 12:30-1:20 PM Wed. at the Church as well. 

Interment: Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill, PA.