Phillip Grey Ariola's Obituary
Phillip Grey Ariola, age 84, of McKinney, Texas passed away on April 11, 2023. He was born on August 8, 1938, in Center, Texas to parents, Robert and Oneida (Bussey) Ariola.
Phil loved sports. His favorite teams were the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers and Dallas Mavericks. He enjoyed playing and watching tennis. He also loved the outdoors, especially camping and fishing. He was a prolific reader and a big fan of political and military history. Most of all, Phil loved his family. He was an amazing father and grandfather. He would do anything for his kids and grandkids. He put everyone else before himself. He was the true definition of selfless.
He was survived by his son, Michael "Tad" Roberts (Kelsy) and their 5 children, Michael, Brendan, Kaitlin, Nicholas and Skye and by his daughter, Tasha Ariola and her daughter, Chloe.
A private family graveside service was held.
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