Robbie J.

Phillips

Robbie J. Phillips, 73 of Ash Grove, passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2026. He was born on August 29, 1952, to Oren and Anna (Maples) Phillips, in Springfield, Missouri. On April 27, 1990, Robbie and Barbara Stover were united in marriage and shared over 35 years together, before her passing last year, she was Robbie’s true love.

Robbie was a graduate of Nixa High School, where he served as FFA President and earned multiple state and national awards for cattle showmanship. He was a talented carpenter and builder who enjoyed working with his hands. He also loved the outdoors, especially water skiing, boating, motorcycle riding, fishing and camping. He had a special interest in collecting miniature trains.

Robbie was known for his kindness, patience and generosity. He believed in old-fashioned values and that a person was only as good as their word. He lived by the principles of honesty, honor, respect and integrity and made a point of passing those values along to his children, family and friends. He was always willing to share what he had, lend a hand or take the time to listen.

Robbie was preceded in death by his parents, Oren and Anna Phillips and wife, Barbara Phillips.

Robbie is survived by children, Chris Phillips, Rhonda Morris, Barbi Phillips; grandchildren, Justin Robb, Daniel Morris, Joshua Machado, Savanah Booth; sister, Patsy Jenkins; uncle and best friend, Jim McCowan; niece, Christina McCowan; nephew, Chris McCowan; along with other family and friends.