Phillip Eads

Phillip Eugene Eads, 74, of Franklin, IN passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026 at Franklin Meadows.

He was born November 7, 1951 in Franklin, Indiana to Eugene Childress Eads and Kathryn Alice (Carty) Eads.

Phil was a 1970 graduate of Franklin Community High School where he played football as quarterback, basketball and baseball. He later attended Indiana Central College in Indianapolis where he played football.

He retired as a driver for Johnson County Access for several years.

Phil enjoyed spending time with his family, his sons and grandson. He also had coached Franklin Little League and Community Youth Sports.

Survivors include his sons Marcus W. Eads of Franklin, IN, Travis R. Eads (Heather) of Franklin, IN, David A. Eads (Samantha) of Longmont, CO and Kevin A. Eads of Franklin, IN, his grandson Austin P. Eads of Franklin, IN, his former spouse Deborah L. (Webb) Eads of Franklin, IN, his sisters Brenda Twining (Robert) of Fishers, IN and Shiela Kalmon (Dennis) of Bloomington, IN.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Michael Eads and sister Debra Eads.

A private family service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Franklin Boys and Girls Club, 101 Hurricane Street, Franklin, IN 46131 or at www.bgcf.net or Franklin Little League, 2616 Younce Street, Franklin, IN 46131 or at www.franklinlittleleague.com.

Swartz Family Community Mortuary and Memorial Center, 300 South U.S. 31 (Morton Street) in Franklin, IN is handling the arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.swartzmortuary.com. Information 317-738-0202. 

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