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Phillip B. Speer

Tucson, Arizona

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Colonel Phillip B. Speer made his transition on June 17, 2011 in the loving hands of a dozen close family members. Phil was born the youngest of 15 children on January 31, 1927 in Deering, MO to Dr. Asier Jacob and Bertha Speer. Prior to graduating high school, Phil was drafted into the Army...

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Bompy, you were a loving father (in-law) to me, and a splendid, "love them cheeks" grandfather to my children. There is not a day that passes that I don´t think of the beautiful times we shared as a family. I will love you and your precious Sylvia, forever.

Hi! My name is Elizabeth Schultz ruth frazell ( speer)is my grandmother. My condolences go out to you and your family. I have been trying to find family members and I am sorry I had to find out this way.

The nicest man I ever met. We will miss you.

My grandfather was no ordinary man, no Sir; he was my hero and an American treasure. I looked up to him in many ways...his humble nature, positive attitude and enthusiasm for life are things to model a life after. He shaped my life in more ways than I can describe and I intend to pass along his philosophy and methodology to his great-grandchildren. His legacy will live in me, forever.

You are an inspiration and the bedrock of the Speer family. Thank you for setting such a...

Sylvia, Craig and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, our loss. I am especially sorry that I could not be there for you and for Phil. I am happy that he and I were able to talk. His was a good life, he lived it well, and our thoughts of him will always be ones of love, fondness, and respect.

Jared,
Your grandfather was an accomplished man and true American! My thoughts are with you and your family in this time of loss.

Phil @ Shannyn's

Phil & Sylvia

Grandfather, Amy Lyn and Grandmother