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John Franklin Phillips

John Phillips Obituary

John F. Phillips PALMYRA John Franklin Phillips, 68, passed away Monday, November 19, 2012 at the M. S. Hershey Medical Center. Born October 19, 1944 in Lebanon, he was a son of the late Ralph P. and Florence (Bomberger) Phillips. John retired as a Chief Warrant Officer Five. He served the Pennsylvania Army National Guard for 38 years as a traditional guardsman and over 30 years as a federal civil service technician. John attended Iona High School and received his GED in 1966 while in the U. S. Army. He participated in undergraduate studies in Business at Mercer County College and in Business Management at Lebanon Valley College. Serving with the 28th Infantry Division from February 1972 until May 1997, when he accepted a position with the newly formed PA ARNG. In April of 2000, he was promoted to Supply Management Officer for the PA ARNG Training Site Command and retired in October 2004. John received many military awards, including the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal and the Army Achievement Medal. He also received letters of recognition and certificates of appreciation from other army organizations, non-army agencies, local, state and federal government representatives. John was loving, kind and witty and loved to travel with his loving wife Carol. He was an amazing Grandfather, enjoyed riding bike and making forts for his grandchildren. John will be very sadly missed by his family. Surviving are his loving wife, Carol A. (Underkoffler) Phillips; daughter, Barbara A. Cox (companion John Morrow); stepdaughter, Hope Shomper (Tom); stepsons, Kevin Spangler (Deborah) and Todd Freeman; mother-in-law, Audrie Underkoffler; brother, Ken Phillips (Audrey); sisters, Margaret LaFountain (Wayne), Barbara Huie (Dale), Jean Lineaweaver, Nancy Lane (Denzil), Anne Lear (John) and Catherine Lear (Tim); grandchildren, Jon Cox, Cameron Shomper, Amber Shomper, Samantha Scoblink, Kevin Spangler, Jr.; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brother, Robert Phillips (Carol); sister, Thelma Burkhammer (Larry); father-in-law, Clyde Underkoffler; and step daughter, Jeanette Freeman. A funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 26, 2012 at Buse Funeral Home, 145 N. Grant St., Palmyra, preceded by a viewing from 9 a.m. Interment, with military honors, will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 2405 Park Drive, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Condolences may be shared at BuseFuneralHome.com

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Published by Lebanon Daily News on Nov. 20, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for John Phillips

20 Entries

November 24, 2012

Deepest sympathy to the family. I worked with John at Ft Indiantown Gap for many years.
CW4 (retired) William Wiscount

Charles Rickard

November 24, 2012

My deepest Sympathy to Carol and Barb and the Phillips family. John will be deeply missed by all who know him. He brought happiness in everything he done. Rest in peace.

jim cox

November 23, 2012

Deepest sympathy to Carol, Barb, Jon and the whole Phillips family. What I like most about John was his wit. He had perfect timing with the things he would say and could really make you laugh. God bless you all.

CW5(Retired) John "JJ" Jones

November 23, 2012

My sincerest sympathy to the Phillips family. I worked with John for many years at Ft. Indiantown Gap. He was a gentleman and will be missed.

Peggy, Wayne&family La Fountain

November 23, 2012

Our family will miss our brother John so much. He was a great asset to out family. We started out with 10 and are now down to seven. Praise God we will all be together in Heaven one day.

Peggy La Fountain

November 23, 2012

John was the best brother ever. We all loved him so much. It is so hard loseing a younger sibling. We will miss him so much.

Nancy Lane and Family

November 23, 2012

So sad for Barb and Carol. I know John is in a better place, but we will all miss him so much. John will be missed. Love and Blessings!

Cate Lear

November 22, 2012

Whatever John did he gave it his all. He was the laugh of the party and determined to help where needed. I got my first real job in the PA Army National Guard because of John. He fought the horrible disease of acute myeloid leukemia but he was not cured. There will be a reunion with the Lord and all who have gone before us and what a time that will be! I love you John and will see you in the sweet by and by when we meet on that beautiful shore.

Brian Leonhard

November 22, 2012

He taught me a great deal about the business of logisitcs...and I am still using some of those lessons today. He was a good man.

Charlie Warner

November 21, 2012

My sincere. Sympathy yo the Phillips family. Worked with John for many years at the Gap. Rest in peace John till we meet again Heaven

CW4(RET) Richard Helman

November 21, 2012

My deepest Sympathy to Carol and the Phillips Family. John was my right hand man in the 28th Infantry Division Property Book Office, 28th DMMC and DISCOM. He could always be counted on to complete any project given to him in a complete and efficient way. He was Property Book Team 5 chief for many years and because of his efforts contributed greatly to the success of the office. He will be missed by all who knew or worked with him.

Ronda & John Martens

November 21, 2012

There's nothing to say to lessen the pain when you loose a parent, Barb, but you do have all your memories which will live on forever. Thinking of you and the family during this very difficult time! Love you!

Terry Eshleman-White

November 21, 2012

My sincere condolences to Carol, Barb and the entire Phillips family. I will remember John as the individual who recruited me into the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. Our careers crossed paths often, from the 28th Finance Company, 28th DMMC and DISCOM. When we saw each other - I would say - "It's all your fault" (because he was my recruiter) - He always smiled, gave me "a look" and said - "Well, you know". John was a first class individual. Thank you John! He will be greatly missed.

Judy Kurtz

November 20, 2012

Deepest sympathy to Carol, Barb and the entire Phillips family. I worked with John at Ft Indiantown Gap when the garrison closed and all property was transitioned to the National Guard. I could never have done my job without his guidance and assistance. What a fine man of wisdom and integrity. He will be greatly missed, but now he is suffering no more. He is at peace with our Lord and Savior. One sweet day, you will meet again in Heaven. What a glorious day that will be!

Glenna Cox

November 20, 2012

Deepest sympathy to Barbara, Carol and the entire family. Prayers and thoughts are with you. May God give you peace and strength.

November 20, 2012

The world has changed again; forever. I am so glad for eternity and that Jesus defeated eternal death and we will be resurrected some day! I will see my brother again!

JoBeth Rhen

November 20, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to Carol, Barbie and the rest of the Phillips family. John was one of a kind....such a wonderful person, and he will surely be missed by many. Damn Cancer!
With our love and friendship,
Jo Beth and Bill

Jean Lineaweaver

November 20, 2012

Oh death where is your sting. Oh grave where is your victory. Praise our Lord God that we are more than conquerer through our Lord Jesus Christ Who loves us so. Grace and peace to all those who loved my brother John.

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