The resolution expresses profound sorrow over the passing of Phillip Mays from Montgomery, Alabama, on January 19, 2026, while also celebrating his fulfilling life. Born on September 25, 1946, in Crawford, Mississippi, Phillip was a devoted husband to Vera Walls, with whom he shared a loving marriage since 1970. He served honorably as a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and continued his commitment to service in the National Guard. Phillip was an accomplished scholar, earning degrees from Auburn University and Troy University, and had a meaningful career as a Mental Health Psychologist III for the State of Alabama.

Phillip Mays is remembered for his wisdom, integrity, and quiet strength, leaving behind a legacy that touched many lives. He is survived by his wife, daughter, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a wide circle of family and friends. The resolution acknowledges the void his departure has created and offers tribute to his life and the impact he made on those around him, sharing in the grief of his loved ones.