Philip Wray Phares, 75 of Shelbyville, IN passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2017, at Major Hospital in Shelbyville, IN. He was born on Friday, May 9, 1941 in Shelbyville, IN.   He was the son of Kenneth Phares and Helen (Reed) Phares. Philip married Sandra Phares on  July 10, 1980 she survives. Philip is survived by sons: Pat (Debbie) Phares, Rushville, Kenny (Tammy) Phares,  Ronald Phares, Donald Phares of Shelbyville,  Arthur (Fiancé Tanya) Phares, Brown County,  daughter: Mary Christina (Jeff) Scott of Shelbyville, brothers: David (Mary Jo) Phares,  Mickey (Mary) Phares of Shelbyville, sisters: Donna (Sam) Frogge, NC, Patty (Jamie) Meade, FL,  15 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents. Philip was a former member of Eagles Lodge #766. He was an avid fan of all sports.  He treasured all the times he spent with his children especially his grandchildren.  He was blessed to spend the past 36 years with his precious sweetheart, Visitation will be Saturday, January 07, 2017 from  10:00 AM to1:00 PM at Murphy-Parks Funeral Services, 703 S. Harrison St., Shelbyville, IN. Funeral service will be follow at 1:00 PM  at the funeral home with Pastor Edwin Mohr officiating.

Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery. Funeral Directors Greg, Sheila and Stuart Parks are honored to conduct the services for Mr. Phares. Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.