Deputy Sheriff, Joshua C. Phipps, 38, of Columbia, KY passed away in the line of duty Monday, September 16, 2024 in Russell Springs, KY. He was born in Lemoore, CA on September 6, 1986 to Donnie and Pam Phipps of Columbia, KY who survives.
Deputy Phipps passed away doing what he loved, serving and protecting the community. He was an avid gun collector and enjoyed shooting guns, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family and friends.
SURVIVORS:
His parents: Donnie & Pam Phipps of Columbia, KY
1 sister: Rachel Phipps Adams (Matt) of Russell Springs, KY
Nephew: John William Adams
Maternal grandparents: Lonnie & Brenda Lane of Columbia, KY
Paternal grandfather: Codell Phipps (Pat) of Columbia, KY
His beloved dog: “Lizard”
Several aunts, uncles, friends, & other relatives, including a special aunt, Shannon Evans of Russell Springs, KY
He was preceded in death his paternal grandmother, Loretta Mills.
Funeral service: Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00pmCT at 3trees Church, 3515 KY-80 Russell Springs, KY 42642 with cremation to follow the service
Visitation: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 10:30am-2:00pmCT at 3trees church in Russell Springs
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary is honored to be entrusted with the care of Deputy Phipps services.
