Phillip Maurice Askew

Obituary For Phillip Maurice Askew

Askew, Mr. Phillip, a resident of Montgomery, AL, departed this life on Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Phillip Askew is survived by his wife of 19 years, Annie. He was predeceased by his mother Mary Askew and grandmother Carrie Askew who raised him with the teachings of our Lord and Savior. Phillip (Poppie) leaves to mourn daughter, Anita Wilson and grandson Joshua Wilson, Raleigh, NC. Two sisters, Frances Smith, Petersburgh, VA and Carrie (Winston) Knottingham, Silver Springs, MD. Brother William (Gayle) Sparrow, Roanoke, VA. A loving Aunt, Margaret Cuffie, Virginia Beach, VA. A devoted sister-in-law, Pearl Bowser and brother-in-law, Alfonzo Martin, both of Montgomery, AL. Sister-in-law, Ruby Askew, Norfolk, VA. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Phillip served our country under the branch of the Marines and fought in the Vietnam War. He was a dedicated member of the American Legion. Mr. Askew was an honorary member of the Four Chaplains. Although he has held many honored positions, he wanted his friends and family to know most of all that he was redeemed and had freely accepted the salvation gifted us by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

The family would like to express our thanks for the wonderful help and care of Hospice Amerisys. The staff was compassionate and attentive to Mr. Askew's needs. We would also like to extend appreciation to Phillips Riley for their professionalism, care, and timeliness of taking care of Mr. Askew's homegoing needs.

Mr. Askew will have a viewing on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 from 12-5PM located at PhillipsRiley (2284 W Fairview Ave,Montgomery, AL 36108) with a burial following in Alabama National Cemetery

Annie would like to thank everyone for their comforting words and kindness and would love to see everyone come to celebrate Phillip's homegoing. Light refreshments will be served. God bless you all.

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