William L. Philip

William L. Philip Mason Age 77, born March 4, 1933 in Ecorse, MI to Earl and Emma (Valentine) Philip; passed away June 6, 2010. A forty year resident of Mason, MI, he was very active in the community and served as a founding member of the Mason Downtown Development Association. Bill was an Elder and assistant treasurer for the First Presbyterian Church in Mason. He also enjoyed his involvement with many Masonic organizations. A Korean War Veteran, Bill served 4 years in the United States Navy, before attending Michigan State University. After graduating from MSU, Bill spent most of his career in banking. As past President of Mason State Bank, retiring after 9 years of service, Bill then worked in the leasing industry as a private consultant, and also taught classes at Lansing Community College. He was an avid golfer and Spartan fan (and cookie eater)! Bill was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Barbara J. Kellogg. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 55 years, Carma (Riley) Philip; daughter, Susan (George) Hubbard; son Rob (Betty) Philip; and sister, Earleen (Daniel) Bailey. Beloved grandchildren include Rob Hubbard, D'Arcy (Jeff) Peplinski, Riley Hubbard, Emma and Jacob Philip. Also his great grand-children, Skylar and Julius, and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held on Friday, June 11, at 11:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Mason, 131 E. Maple Street, Mason, MI 48854, with Rev. Bill Pinches officiating. Private graveside services will be held at a later date. The family will receive friends at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Ball Dunn Chapel, 621 S. Jefferson, Mason, MI on Thursday, June 10 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Mason Lodge #70 service. We will be ever grateful for the tender loving care Bill received at Green Acres in Mason. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society, P.O. Box 215, Haslett, MI 48840; or First Presbyterian Church of Mason, 131 E. Maple Street, Mason, MI 48854 in memory of Mr. Philip. On line condolences may be made to www.gorslineruncimanmason.com