Robert Lee Phillips III, a 16-year-old African American male from West Columbia, Texas, tragically lost his life on April 20, 2025. Born on July 24, 2008, in Galveston, Texas, to Robert L. Phillips Jr. and Nancy Phillips, Robert was remembered as a vibrant and joyful presence who brought light to those around him. His untimely death has left a profound void in the lives of his family and community.
Robert is survived by his mother, Nancy Phillips, and her partner, Robert Johnson; his sister, Natalee Milner, and her husband, Joseph Milner; his niece and nephews, Scarlett, Joseph Jr., and Theodore; his grandparents, Reyna Trejo and Arnulfo Paz; his aunts, Paola Trejo and Orizela Paz; his uncle, Sergio Paz; and cousins, Anna Galvan and Mercedes Davidson. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert L. Phillips Jr.; his grandparents, Robert Lee Phillips Sr. and Eva Mae Phillips; and his great-grandfather, Gregorio Trejo.
A visitation for Robert was held on Monday, April 28, 2025, at C.T. Baker & Sons Funeral Home in West Columbia, Texas, followed by a service and burial at Paradise Cemetery. A repast was held at Iglesia Centro Cristiano, where family and friends gathered to honor his memory.
As of now, there is no publicly available information regarding any arrests or identification of suspects related to the death of Robert Lee Phillips III. The circumstances surrounding his passing remain unclear, and no official statements have been released concerning potential suspects or ongoing investigations. The community continues to mourn his loss and seeks answers to the tragic event that claimed the life of this young individual.
