Phil Hankins

Benjamin Phillip “Phil” Hankins, 64, of Grays, SC, passed away on Thursday, February 5th, 2026 after injuries sustained from a vehicle accident.

Phil was born on September 12th, 1961, in Hampton, SC to the late Arnold Benjamin “Benny” Hankins and Linda Simmons Hankins.

Phil was an electrician by trade, but had interests in so much more. You could always find him tinkering, thrifting, strumming a guitar, or in his favorite rocking chair. Phil loved the Lord and was a member of Spirit of Life Church in Varnville, SC.

Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Linda; daughter, Krystal; grandchildren, Ansley (Dylan), Isabel, and Lukas; great-grandson, DJ; sister, Samantha (Jamie) Brown; niece, Brittany (Timber) Hexamer; and great niece Indie. He was preceded in death by his father, Benny, and infant sister, Brenda Lee.

A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 2:00 pm at Spirit of Life Ministries Church, 235 Chanel Dr., Varnville, SC. The family will receive visitors beginning at 1:00 pm at the church.  

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