John "Cal" Calvin Phillips

John "Cal" Calvin Phillips, age 102 of Silver Springs, passed away on Tuesday November 3, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born on May 25,1924 in the Town of Covington to the late John S. and Florence (Peck) Phillips.

Cal was a self-employed farmer and worked as a custodian for Perry Central School district retiring in 1990 after 20 plus years of service.

He was a member of Perry Baptist Church where he was a former trustee and deacon. He was involved in the "20-40 Class" a group through the church. Cal enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, woodworking, cutting fire wood, doing jigsaw puzzles and camping at his camp in Naples. His biggest joy was being around his family, especially grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is survived by 2 sons: John Phillips of Angelica, David of Silver Springs, 7 grandchildren: Charles (Kate) Matthews, Dave (Judy) Phillips II, Tedd (Julie) Phillips, Sarah (William) Marsh, Andrew (Joy) Phillips, Vern (Laurie) Phillips, Lisa (Eric) Hyde, 21 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Along with his parents Cal is preceded in death by his wife: Elizabeth "Betty" L. (Brown) Phillips, 2 daughters-in-law: Linda and Janet Phillips, siblings: Marshall Phillips, Louise Bannister, Lois Smith, Lena Schmidt, June Hawkins, Doris Spurr, and Mildred Keller.

Family and friends may call from 11am-1pm on Wednesday November 25th at the Eaton-Watson Funeral Home 98 North Main St. in Perry where services will follow at 1pm.

Cal will be laid to rest in LaGrange Cemetery in Covington.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rock Glen Baptist Church 4311 Rt 19 Silver Springs, NY 14550.