Nash William Phillips (1920-1981) - Find a Grave Memorial

Nash William Phillips Veteran

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11 Jul 1920

Robeson County, North Carolina, USA

Death

1 Feb 1981 (aged 60)

Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, USA

Burial

Cross Creek Cemetery #4

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Father: Lester M. Phillips
Mother: Addie Phipps
Married Dorothy May Honeycutt

Nash Phillips fought along side of John Basilone at Lunga Ridge on Guadalcanal on October 25, 1942 - John Basilone would win the Medal of Honor for actions that night. Nash Phillips and John Basilone were the only surviors of that engagement. Nash Phillips lost a hand during the battle.

Parents: Lester M and Addie Phipps Phillips

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US Marine Corps
World War II

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Sadie Corneila "Kay" Phillips Morrell

1922–1998

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Lester Mack Phillips

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