Laura Jean Phillips, 50, of Fayetteville, passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021 at her home. She was born July 27, 1971 in Springdale to Mark and Eunice Sams Laughter.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Laura and her husband Kevin served as a foster home for over 30 children. She and Kevin have fifteen children collectively with eleven of those children being adopted.
She is survived by her husband Kevin Phillips to whom she was married in 1999, of the home; children, Rachel Phillips (Trevel Young) of Elkins, Meagan Harris of Alma, Dakota Ricketts (Kortney) of Ft. Smith, Samie Musick (Jeff) of Prairie Grove, Chris Phillips of Fayetteville, Jessica Vitug of Springdale, Elizabeth Bransteitter of Hardeeville, SC, Samantha Phillips of Fayetteville, Katelyn Dyke (Ezra) of Wesley, Lauren Phillips of Fayetteville, Ricky Phillips of Fayetteville, Tyrell Phillips of Fayetteville, Buckly Phillips of Fayetteville, Kristy Smith of Farmington, and Kelsey Fornoff (Chris) of Elkins; 5 sisters, Carolyn Covey (Brett), Edith Edgmon (Bruce), Andria Taylor (Mike), Elana Martin (Rocky), and Rachel Stone (Robert); her mother-in-law Louise Phillips; 19 grandchildren; and a host of extended family and friends.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Beard’s Chapel.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, December 2, 2021 at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Goshen Cemetery under the direction of Beard’s Chapel.
What a beautiful soul. So sorry for your loss, Kevin.
Sorry for your loss. Lots of memories in helping raising this beautiful young lady. She has touched a lot of hearts in her 50 years on this earth. Love you Laura you will always be in my memories.
She was a sweet, gentle soul!
I am so sorry to hear about Laura’s death! She was a kind and beautiful soul!! I will keep your family in my heart ❤️ and
I’m so sorry for your loss. She was an Angel on lease. Thankful to our heavenly Father for defeating death. 1Corinthians 15:50-58. You have my prayers and deepest sympathies.
Tyrell and family,
I think of you and wish for healing in your hearts.
A loving, kind, and generous heart who graciously cared for the Fayetteville Police over many years with Thanksgiving meals. We were blessed to have her in our lives.
Laura was such a loving and wonderful person who helped so many children and families! My condolences to her amazing family. Laura will remain in our hearts.
Stacey Zimmerman
To Tyrell and your family. So sorry for this terrible loss. Praying for your peace.
I am so sorry for your loss and praying for God’s peace over you all. She had such an impact on my life and the lives of so many.
So sorry.for your loss. May God give peace and strength to you.
What a wonderful woman. Her spirit is unforgettable.
Elaine Dowdy. Such a beautiful lady. So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family
Laura,
Even though I may not be here with you at this time, you know how much that I care for you and Kevin. You are as much family that I could ask for. I will miss you.
Love,
Gene
I’m so sorry for yet another loss to your family, Heaven received another angel with Laura’s passing. My deepest condolences to the family.
Kevin, I am so sorry for your loss. I can say the same for Sofia and all of your friends at Northwest Arkansas Mall. You and your family will be in many prayers. Much, much love and condolences to you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Tyrell and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Someone as special as a mother is never gone from this world. May you still see her smile in your mirror and hear her voice singing in your heart. Take your time grieving your loss. Sincerely, Ms. Wright
THANK you