of Clute, TX
August 8, 1929 - August 23, 2020
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He was born August 8, 1929 in Collin Co. Texas, the firstborn to Floyd Clinnie Phy and Hazel Mae Darr Phy. He grew up in Garland, Wichita Falls and Terrell. He graduated from Terrell High School in 1948. He met Peggy Joan Reed at Calvary Baptist Church in Wichita Falls. They were married on February 26, 1949. They moved to Garland and started their family. Duane worked as a carpenter and other various jobs. He was called to preach on July 4, 1952 in Vernon, TX and was ordained by the Calvary Baptist Church of Wichita Falls. He preached everywhere and at any time someone would allow him to, including the radio. He started a mission in east Garland, TX in 1953 that became Belt Line Baptist Church. He pastored there from 1953 to 1969. Then he moved to Clute, TX and pastored the First Baptist Church. He retired as pastor in 1996. He and Peggy moved to Lake Livingston. Even in retirement Bro. Phy was still involved in the ministry by preaching revivals, fellowships, conferences and he officiated countless weddings and funerals. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.
He is preceded in death by his parents and wife.
He is survived by five children, Floyd D. Phy, Jr (Butch) and Peggy of Clute, Joe Phy and Vikki of Fort Worth, Steve Phy and Gloria of The Woodlands, Donna Hamlet and Robert of Clute, Cheryl Ferguson and Joel of Hurst, thirteen grandchildren, Lance Phy, Justin Phy, Wendi Cartwright, Kaye Dee Lutes, Ean Phy, Jenny Phy, Amanda Rainey, Jonathan Phy, Rachel Huntington, Sarah Dunn, Josh Ferguson, Katie Mayfield, and Lauren Snyder; twenty seven great-grandchildren, Peyton, Natalie, Emma, Drew, Hana, Jase, Noah, Heather, Shelby, Bailey, Haiden, Reece, River, Lindsey, Lexie, Chase, Will, Autumn, Wyatt, Summer, Ella, Lane, Ace, Jack, Reese, Reagan, and Blake; and five great great-grandchildren; his b rother Finis Phy and JoAnn; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Special thanks to the staff at Country Village in Angleton for all their loving care and to the A Med Hospice team who care d for our dad.
Due to the covid pandemic the family will have a private grave side service.
A Memorial service will be planned for a later date.
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17 Condolence(s)
Mike Croft
Marshfield, MA
Thursday, June 24, 2021
The greatest man I have ever known.
Patsy Randles Mitchell
Heath, TX
Saturday, October 24, 2020
I am a cousin .My mother was his aunt. Vernelle Phy Randles.
David Boyd Schafer
Garland, TX
Friday, September 4, 2020
Me and my parents CD and Wilma Schafer were members of Belt Line Baptist Church from the day it started till the mid 60s
I gave my life to Jesus one Sunday night on Bro Phys shoulder at the age of 9 I believe. My dad was a deacon at Belt Line and my dad and bro Phy traded houses so he could add on to the house as his family grew.
AC and Susie Gerdes
, TX
Thursday, August 27, 2020
Bro Phy & Peggy we're always so much fun to be around. Truly a man of God, who blessed so many people. We loved hearing him preach God's word. Heavens looking sweeter every day.
Richard Shepherd
Garland, TX
Thursday, August 27, 2020
R.I.P. Floyd Phy.
Robert Jones
Ft Worth, TX
Thursday, August 27, 2020
Bro Phy no longer in pain but rejoicing in Heaven with Peggy and a host of preacher friends
Cindy Blakely
Forney, TX
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
What a wonderful man God he was. Praise God he's with the one who died for us in heaven!! Blessings and comfort to you that are family. Till we meet again on the other side!
Nancy Stanley
Highland, AR
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Bro. Pay was a special friend to Bro. Jack Stanley's family! His godly influence and love for our family will never be forgotten! He and his wife, Peggy were dear friends!! Gal. 2:20
Jim and Susie Mendenhall
Angleton, TX
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Our deepest condolences to the entire Phy Family and prayers of comfort for you as you continue your earthly walk waiting for that GREAT REUNION. We loved Bro Put so much and are so thankful for the time we were under his preaching at First Baptist Church in Clute. He was a great man of God and we were blessed beyond measure to have known him.
Al and Suzana Celaya
Lake Jackson, TX
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and the family!
Larisa Manning
Richwood, TX
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
He baptized both my kids, Jarrod Manning & Gabby Rojas. I will always remember Bro. Phy saying "Hey Kid", See Ya Kid", "Miss Ya Kid"😀. We will miss him on this earth but a comfort to know he is now worshiping at the feet of Jesus along with many friends & loved ones who have gone before him.
Praying for peace & comfort for your precious family🙏 Larisa & Paul Manning
Judy Darr Smith
Wichita Falla, TX
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
He will be missed but I have the comfort in knowing he is rejoicing with all his loved ones in Heaven.
Robbie
, TX
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
I'm so sorry praying for your family.
Lee Watson
Bay City, TX
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
My friend, mentor, and Pastor. What I Know about pastoring I learned from him. I will miss him, but will join him soon. I love him dearly.
Gary & Ramona Phy
ROYSE CITY, TX
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Ramona - I loved Uncle Duane. He was loving , funny compassionate and a man of God. He will be missed by all who knew him. May he forever rest in peace. All my love to the family!
Gary -My uncle preached the Word in Texas since I was just a tiny little boy. I must have heard him preach 2,000 sermons. He preached all of them with joy. I was privileged to attend Belt Line Baptist Church in Garland, Texas where he was my pastor until he was called to lead the First Baptist Church in Clute, Texas when I was 16 years old. He baptized me. He married Ramona and me.
He loved God. He loved his family. He loved his church. He loved those he ministered to. He loved to laugh. He loved a good joke and funny stories. He rarely called me by my name, always called me 'kid' he called everybody younger than him 'kid.'
He made a significant impact on my life. When I was 12 years old I overheard a young pastor ask him what he would tell someone who asked him whether there was really anyone named Jesus and why should they believe in Him. He replied, "I have asked myself that same question." I can't quote what he said next word for word, but it went something like this:
"Sometimes I ask them 'have you ever needed a friend?' Someone who loves you, no matter what you do or say? Someone who will forgive you of your sins and gave his life to give you eternal life? Do you need someone you can count on to help you in your time of need? Eases your pain when you are hurting? Gives you peace when you are troubled? Listens to your prayers and always answers, maybe not giving you what you asked, but giving you what you need? Gives you courage when you are afraid? I have a friend like that. I'd like to introduce you to my friend. All you have to do is admit you are a sinner and that you believe and trust in Him as your Savior. It is that simple."
I realized at that very moment that I wanted this friend. I then asked Jesus to be my friend.
This is my tribute to my uncle. Out of the 2,000+ sermons I heard him speak, this is the one I remember the most. What he said was Truth. I knew it. I don't know how many people he led to the Lord in his ministry, probably thousands. If you are reading this and you already believe, you know what I am talking about. If you have not admitted you are a sinner and that the penalty of sin is death, and if you do not believe that Jesus Christ died for your sins, was buried and rose again, all I ask is, "have you ever needed a friend?"
To his family, my cousins Butch (Floyd, Jr.), Joe, Steve, Donna and Cheryl, may you find peace and comfort in your time of sorrow. Your dad was a great man. He is in Heaven rejoicing with Aunt Peggy and all of his family and friends who have passed before him.
Judy Mitchell
West Columbia, TX
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Bro Phy was a blessing to our family. I always enjoyed hearing him preach. He will definitely be missed! My dad Charles Brown also sends his condolences and love to the family.
Lyndon and Anne Pettijohn
Dallas, TX
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
We are grieving and rejoicing at the homegoing of our dear friend and fellow-servant in the ministry. Bro. Phy will be greatly missed but the reunion in Glory will be sweet.