Philip Broadhead of Tunkhannock, son of the late Ellis Gregg and Mary Anna Fisher Broadhead Sr. died Monday evening, Dec. 8, 2008, at Tyler Memorial Hospital, Tunkhannock.
He was born in Germantown area of Philadelphia on October 11, 1914, but resided in the Abington/Willow Grove area from August 1921 until 1977 when he moved to Tunkhannock.
He graduated from Abington High School in June 1932 and received a Bachelor of Science in business and public administration with a major in accounting from Temple University in February 1950. From 1932 to 1938 he was employed at Standard Pressed Steel Company in Jenkintown. In the fall of 1937 he obtained employment at Sun Oil Company's Philadelphia headquarters. He was named Assistant Manager of the General Accounting Department (later called External and Special Reporting). In 1955-56 he served as President of the employees 1608 Club. He retired from Sun July 1, 1971.
Following his retirement and with the help of members of the Old York Road Kiwanis Club and many others he was instrumental in organizing Aldersgate, a facility to assist young people in need of help with drug, alcohol, venereal diseases and unplanned pregnancies.
In the Willow Grove area he was active with Troop #1 of the Boy Scouts and with Sea Scout Ship #115 as an Eagle Scout and in later life as a Troop/Ship leader and Merit Badge Counselor.
On February 15, 1941, he was drafted into military service and served until December 1945 during World War II. He received a commission as Second Lieutenant at Fort Knox, Ky., on Aug. 22, 1942, and after several years of service in Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, Germany and Austria he was promoted to Major on June 1, 1945 near Munich, Germany. On May 4, 1945 he captured Hans Frank, one of the major Nazis War Criminals tried and hung at the War Crimes trials in Nuremburg, Germany. He received the Bronze Star. The Croix de Guerre of France and was entitled to wear six campaign medals and a D-Day arrowhead for participation in the D-Day landing in Southern France on August 15, 1944. On February 15, 1951 he was called to active duty with a Strategic Intelligence Team and served until March 1953 in the Pentagon and with Army Headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany.
He joined the Kiwanis Club of Old York Road in Willow Grove in August 1955, served on many club committees and was elected Club President in 1959. In 1961 he was elected Lieutenant Governor of Division 19, which at that time included Kiwanis Clubs from Elkins Park and Lower Bucks County to Pottstown. For 1963 he was elected Governor-elect of the Pennsylvania District of Kiwanis and became District Governor in 1964. In April 1978 he became a member of the Kiwanis Club of Tunkhannock. In 1978 he received the Golden Key award (later called the Key of Honor) from the Key Club District in Pennsylvania. He was a Life Member of Kiwanis, a level four Hixson Fellow, a member of the 21st Century Heritage Society of the Kiwanis International Foundation and the recipient of numerous Kiwanis awards and recognitions. In 1984-87 he was Secretary/Treasurer of the Pennsylvania Kiwanis Foundation and in 1984 started the scholarship program of the Foundation and was active in the children's heart program. On March 17, 1970 he was awarded the Officers Cross of the Order of Merit by the Federal Republic of Germany for his efforts in arranging a visitation program for German Youth with Pennsylvania Kiwanians. On Jan. 20, 1997, he received the Community Service Award of the Kiwanis Builders Club of Tunkhannock Area Middle School.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Ellis Gregg, Jr. on June 27, 1991. He is survived by a niece, several grand nieces and nephews and great grand nieces and nephews.
Mr. Broadhead has requested cremation with private interment of the ashes in the Boadhead family plot in Ivy Hill Cemetery in Germantown, Philadelphia.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Pennsylvania Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship Fund, 800 Corporate Circle, Suite 102, Harrisburg, PA 17110-9346. Online condolences at aplitwinfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Wyoming County Press Examiner from Dec. 17 to Dec. 23, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for PHILIP BROADHEAD

Sponsored by Lance Carlen, grand nephew.

11 Entries

JoAnn Fisher Goble

February 19, 2014

I'm sorry I did not know of Phil's passing sooner. I wish I had known him.

Pat Mulhern

December 21, 2008

Phil had an uncanny view of the world and in particular the Tunkhannock Community. He saw things that needed to be changed and rather than just talk about change, he acted. Many times his actions changed lives. He was instrumental in seeing that the Builder's Club at the Tunkhannock Area Middle school came to fruition. Many of his good deeds were done without fanfare because he frowned upon being in the spotlight.

Charles Kishbaugh

December 21, 2008

It was an honor and a privilege to have known Phil over the many years since my involvement in the Kiwanis organization. He trully was dedicated and encouraged me in all my Kiwanis endeavors. We will all miss Phil greatly.

Charles Kishbaugh (President - Dallas Kiwanis)

Jim Dillon

December 20, 2008

Phil Broadhead will never be replaced. His service to the Kiwanis and Wyoming County was outstanding. Phil gave generously to all organizations he was involved in. Kiwanis was his first priority and he was always available with advice and financial support...and he never wanted any publicity. His advice was always given freely, and if he couldn't answer your question...you would get a phone call the following day with the information you requested. A quiet man...Phil always listened to everyone and gave us priceless advice and recommendations. The Kiwanis Club of Tunkhannock, and the Kiwanis Wyoming County Fair, were Phil's special interest and he gave freely advice that was unmatched. We will miss him greatly...but Rest Well
Phil until we meet again.

Jim Dillon

December 20, 2008

Phil Broadhead will never be replaced for his dedication and financial support of not only Kiwanis, but all organizations he was involved in. The Tunkhannock Kiwanis Club and the Kiwanis Wyoming County Fair will always be grateful for his services. Phil supported all organizations he thought were doing something special to encourage children to participate. He volunteered his knowledge and financial support to make sure the organizations would continue to serve mankind...and did it without publicity . He was always available...and if he couldn't answer your question...you would receive a phone call the next day with your answer. The Tunkhannock Kiwanis Club and the Kiwanis Wyoming County Fair will always be indebted tp Phil for what services and advice he gave us. Rest well dear Kiwanian until we meet once again.

Philip Tuhy

December 19, 2008

It was an honor and a privilege to have be able to work with him and to be mentored by him.

Major Philip Broadhead, a real hero and true servant leader.

December 19, 2008

Tom Cometa, Region 6 Trustee

December 19, 2008

Phil was a dedicated Kiwanian and enjoyed working with our sponsored youth groups (Key Club & Builders Club). He didn't seek public recognition for his service and was very proud of his work with the Pa. District Foundation and the Children's Heart Program. His vision to start a Pennsylvania Kiwanis Scholarship Program and the countless people he inspired with his leadership talents are a lasting legacy Phil has given to the community. He still attended Kiwanis meetings until just a few weeks before his death and will be remembered as Mr. Kiwanis.

Lenore Parker

December 17, 2008

Uncle Phil was a private, humble person who probably never knew how many lives he touched! His passing is our loss but his rewards will be great in Heaven. A man of such stature can never be replaced, but his memory will be forever in our hearts. The Parkers (Grand-Niece & family)

Karen Walker-Meyer

December 17, 2008

I went to TAHS from 1984-1989 and was very active in the Key Club. Mr. Broadhead was always so nice and so helpful when I was coordinating the Christmas tree fundraisers and while I was president senior year. He was a positive influence and source of support to myself and many Key Clubbers. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this difficult time.

Lance Carlen

December 17, 2008

Uncle Phil,

Although distance seperated us for many years you were always in our hearts and prayers. You will be deeply missed but I will always have the fond memories of our trips together, especially New Orleans and the times during the summers spent at your home on top of Tunkhannock mountain. Have some Booberry cereal for me in heaven, unless of course you would rather have your corn flakes and orange juice. May God bless you and some day we will meet again.

Love always,

Your nephew Lance,
My wife Cassandra and your great grand nehpews, Ryan, Corey and Sean

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