Phillip Tollett

Phillip Duran Tollett, a beloved pastor and family man, passed away on May 1, 2025, he was born in Rockwood, Tennessee, on July 16, 1948, Phillip dedicated his life to serving others and spreading the word of God. His journey led him to serve the Centertown United Methodist, New Short Methodist, Allens Chapel Methodist, and Buckners Methodist churches, creating lasting impacts on each congregation. Phillip was a man of many interests, with a love for fishing, woodworking, shooting guns, and losing himself in the riveting tales of Louis L'Amour.

Phillip is survived by his children, Amy Smith (Steve), Jonathan Tollett (Rachell), and Jeremy Tollett (Beverly); and brothers, Vic and Tim Tollett. He was a proud grandfather of 11, Kacey Tollett, Andrew Tollett (Katelyn), Adam Tollett (Bailey), Elijah Tollett (Maggie), Taylor Smith (Heaven), Bradley Smith (Kayli), Joshua Tollett (Summer), Matthew Tollett, Paige Tollett, Greg Dixon, and Kristen Stafford (Caleb) and a great-grandfather of 15, each of whom he adored. Phillip was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Alma Tollett, and his loving wife, Luanna Tollett.

The visitation service will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 2:00 pm CDT at Tolletts Chapel Methodist Church with service to follow at 4:00. He will be buried at a later date in Tollett's Chapel beside his wife.