Teresa Phillips

PRINCETON - Teresa Ann Phillips, 59, of Princeton, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025. Born June 26, 1966 in Princeton, Teresa was the beloved daughter of Phyllis Bowling Phillips of Princeton and the late Jimmy Phillips. She was a devoted mother to her two sons, Jared Farmer and wife Autumn and Jordon Farmer and wife Kristie both of Bluefield. Teresa was also a proud and loving Nana to Traiven Farmer, Jazilyn Farmer, and Joanna Farmer. Throughout her life, Teresa was known for her dedication and hard work. She served as a secretary for the Mercer County Courthouse Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and was a licensed insurance agent. Her professionalism, warmth, and kindness touched the lives of many. Teresa loved skulls, butterflies, music, and spending time with her beloved dog and cats. Most of all, she cherished every moment spent with her family. A private service will be held at a later date to honor Teresa’s life and memory. Arrangements by Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.bailey-kirk.com. Her family shares this heartfelt tribute: “Butterflies from Heaven” When you see a butterfly drifting slow, Remember it’s me, just letting you know. For every flutter, gentle and bright, Carries my spirit on wings of light. When you are lonely, weary, or near tears, Look for the butterflies—they will appear. They are little messengers, gentle and free, Bringing Heaven’s love from me to thee. Butterflies are like angels in disguise, Filling the earth, the stars, the skies. By day, they brighten the world with grace, By night, they shine in Heaven’s embrace. Remember me in the smallest of things, In petals of flowers, in butterfly wings. When you pray or whisper, “I wish you were here,” Know in that moment, I’m always near. I sit in Heaven and watch you each day, Sending you signs—I never went away. So live your life, laugh again, be free, Each breath that you take is also for me. Don’t cry for me, please don’t be sad, Hold on to the memories, the times we had. Feel my soft kisses, light as the air— Butterfly kisses, to show I still care. And in every butterfly drifting above, You’ll see me living on—in light, in love.

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Teresa Phillips

June 26, 1966 - September 29, 2025