Mary “Jenny” V. Phillips, 85, of Apple Creek passed away, Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Wooster Community Hospital.
She was born on October 14, 1940, Beallsville, OH to Harry and Mary Zuercher Kinney. On May 11, 1957, she married Arlen Gene Phillips.
Jenny worked for many years at Rubbermaid until she retired. After retirement she drove Amish. Jenny enjoyed socializing, quilting, stained glass, and was very active in the church.
She is survived by her children Teresa (TJ) Landes of Wooster, Dee (Daryl) Crowner of Shreve; grandchildren Bryan Phillips and Kayla (Jarrod) Beyler; great granddaughter Eliza Phillips; sister Phyllis (Freddie) Moore of Woodsfield, OH.
Jenny was preceded in death by her husband Arlen, her parents; her sons Thomas Phillips and Billy Phillips; daughter in law Stephenie Phillips; brothers Ralph Kinney and Charles Kinney; sister Wanda Thomas.
Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Apple Creek United Methodist Church, 269 W. Main St., Apple Creek with Rev. Aimee Hare officiating. Calling hours will be held 1 hour prior to the service.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster assisted the family with arrangements.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
Such a lovely lady. Was glad to have known her.
Teresa and T.J.,
I’m so sorry to see the loss of your mom.
May God hold you close to him for peace.
Much Love,
Connie Richards Simpson
I worked with her at rubbermaid she was always a sweet lady. Best to her family.
I enjoyed working with her at Rubbermaid.
She was a very kind and special lady.
Deepest sympathy to the family.
RIP Jenny. It was a pleasure working with you at Rubbermaid. God bless and comfort your family and friends left to celebrate the wonderful person you have been.
Jenny, was a very talented and special lady, she could do many things. I worked with her at Rubbermaid and she was a pleasure to work with. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family and her dear loved ones, she will be deeply missed by many.
Dee and Teresa. So thankful for your mom’s friendship. Like her beautiful works of art, she is truly one of a kind. So many memories to treasure and share. We may not see her Easter Sunday, but she’ll be there.