Lynnfield - George C. Phillips, III, 82, of Lynnfield and loving husband to Marilyn Anne (Trapasso) Phillips, passed away January 17, 2025 at Salem Hospital after a short illness and surrounded by the love of his family.

Born December 4, 1942, George was son of the late George Charles Phillips and Louise (Ciampi) Bird and son-in law of the late Frank S. Trapasso and Anne (Petrillo) Trapasso.

Growing up in East Boston, MA, George joined the U.S. Marine Corp in 1960. George was incredibly proud of his time in the service.

George and Marilyn have run their beloved Phillips' Clock Shop located at 330 Essex Street, Swampscott, MA for over 50 years. George's talent and immense knowledge of antique watches and clocks was highly regarded. A skilled clockmaker and horologist in his trade. Proud member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors since 1968.

George's passions also included his love of Classic Cars, especially Cadillacs and early LaSalles.

George was also a strong, proud father of three who valued his family above all. George is survived by his son and daughter; George C. Phillips, IIII and Tina Rose Phillips, of Lynnfield, MA. He is also survived by his granddaughter, London Rose Rollins, whose incredible mother, Tanya Anne, left this world way too soon. George is survived by his brothers; Steve Phillips, and Gregory Phillips and his wife Brenda, of Auburn, PA, and a number of brothers and sisters-in-laws, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be private. A celebration of life ceremony to be held at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of the McDonald Funeral Home, Wakefield. In lieu of flowers, donations in George's name may be made to the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors at 514 Poplar Street, Columbia, PA 17512 or https://www.nawcc.org/donate/.