Tacoma Shade Phillips, aged 27, of Rome, Georgia, went fishing with Jesus on Friday, December 6, 2024. Born on June 17, 1997. Though brief, was one filled with passion, love, and the pursuit of simple joys.
Tacoma was a man whose heart belonged to his wife and his daughters who are left to carry on his legacy. He shared his life and love with his wife, Alicia Phillips, whose devotion and partnership were the cornerstone of his life. Together, they raised four daughters who were his greatest pride and deepest joy. His beautifully treasured daughters’ names reflect the values and qualities Tacoma and Alicia hold dear. Anna Grace, personifies steadfastness and calm; Serenity Sky embodies quiet, peaceful joy; Willow Chevelle, named with a nod to Tacoma’s love of classic cars, reflects creativity and charm; and Harley Nova Quinn, echoes of a playful spirit and zest for life.
Tacoma’s family was his anchor. He is also survived by his loving mother, Brandy Williamson Richerson and Step Father Richey Richerson who helped guide him through life. His bond with his brother, Dakota Phillips (Magan), was one of brotherly camaraderie. His nephew, Draven Phillips, his grandfather, David Williamson and his grandmother, Carolyn Williamson and uncle Nathan (Shannon) Williamson and aunt Rebecca (Steven) Tomlin.
He is also survived by his father Joseph Steven (Michelle) Phillips and grandfather Steve Phillips, his sisters Katey Richerson, Jessica Wilson, Morgan (Jacob) Brown and Ansley Phillips. His brothers Konner Phillips, Noah (Sage) Allmon, Zack (Samantha) Moore. His mother in law Laura Arthur, father in law Glenn Arthur and his brothers in law Preston Hood and Dalton Jones.
From a young age, Tacoma had a deep fascination with motors, a passion that grew into a love of working with cars, especially classics. To him, an engine was more than machinery, it was a story and a challenge.
Tacoma found peace in the outdoors, whether fishing in quiet waters, walking through the woods, or simply basking in the sunlight with his wife and daughters by his side. His life was one of simple pleasures: the satisfaction of hard work, the laughter of his children, the love of his wife, and the serenity of nature.
The light that burned so brightly in Tacoma’s life now guides his family and friends, who hold him close in their memories.
Tacoma’s life, though tragically brief, was one of vibrancy, creativity, and devotion. His memory will be honored with a visitation service on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Good Shepherd Funeral Home and a Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 13 at 2:00PM at Desoto Park Baptist Church in Cave Springs, Georgia (1107 Cave Springs Road Southwest, Rome, Georgia). This gathering will be a time for family and friends to reflect on Tacoma’s life, share memories, and find solace in one another.
The funeral service, also to be held at Desoto Park Baptist Church, Pastor Scott Lambert will be officiating. Tacoma will be laid to rest at Blue Pond Church Cemetery, surrounded by the beauty of the land he loved. Serving as pallbearers will be Dakota Phillips, David Price, Andy Rich, Dallas Daniels, Jacob Brown, Thomas Lyda and Honorary Pallbearer Wiley Leming. These are men who walked alongside Tacoma in life and will now carry him into eternal rest.
Tacoma Shade Phillips’ life, though fleeting, was vibrant and full of meaning. His legacy lives on in the laughter of his children, the stories shared by his family, and the gentle hum of a motor on a quiet Georgia road. He leaves behind an indelible mark on all who knew him, and though his absence is deeply felt, his memory remains a beacon of love, determination, and joy.
