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Philip Overholt Obituary

Philip J. Overholt

LEXINGTON: Philip J. Overholt, 58, of Lexington, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2014, following a lengthy illness.

Philip was born on May 26, 1955, in LaGrange, IN, to Homer and Ima (Hershberger) Overholt. He worked at MedCentral Hospital as a respiratory therapist, and then later as a manager. Philip's greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family, and he loved being a dad and grandpa. He also loved collecting antiques, cooking, and traveling.

Philip is survived by his wife, Julie (Daniels) Overholt; three children, Lyanna (Shane) Hudson of Lexington, Jessica (Tyler) Burkhart of Bowling Green, and Seth Overholt at home; two grandchildren, Baylee and Ayden Hudson; and three siblings, Diane Fisher of South Bend, IN, Patricia (Ervin) Yoder of Berlin, and Anthony (Suzanna) Overholt of Indianapolis, IN.

Philip was preceded in death by his parents and one niece, Dee Fisher.

Calling hours will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 14, 2014, at Werner-Gompf Funeral Services, LTD., 1106 Park Avenue East (St. Rt. 430E), Mansfield. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Rob Kurtz officiating. Burial will be in Lexington Cemetery.

Online condolences may be made at www.wernergompf.com

Published by News Journal on Mar. 12, 2014.
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Condolences to you and your family Julie, sorry to hear of your loss.
Jennifer S. Night Shift Unit Clerk SICU/SSD

Jennifer S

March 15, 2014

My prayers & condolences go out to the Overholt family.

Michelle Hinton

March 13, 2014

To Phil's family--
Phil was a good man. He touched a lot of hearts through his compassion and work in health care. We will miss him. May the Lord give you strength at this sad time.

Deborah Hudepohl

March 12, 2014

Lyanna, so sorry, sending prayers for your Mom and little brother. Nancy Dingess, Lauren's grandma

Nancy Dingess

March 12, 2014

We will miss you. Love Bryan and Toni.

March 12, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Phil will be greatly missed.

The staff of Short Term Care

March 12, 2014

Julie, My prayers go out to you and your family in this difficult time. Remember all the good times when the going gets rough.

Pam Ringer Braddock

March 12, 2014

Sad to see you go..I'm gonna miss you big Phil

March 12, 2014

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