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John Philipps Obituary
Aug 26, 2024
Beloved husband of the late Nancy E. (nee Deinert) Philipps. Devoted father of John (Angela) Philipps, Jr., Michele (Eric Sandler) the late Edward Eisenlord Jr., Peggy (Glenn) Mayer, Nicole (Jason) Burger. Loving grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Loving brother of the late Marie (late Jerome) Phillips, Audrey (late Joseph) Melber and Ferdinand E. "Ferd" (late Mary) Philipps. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. John was the Vice President and Co-Owner of Philipps Brothers Supply and worked with his family for many years. Relatives and friends may visit The Dietrich Funeral Home Inc., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY 14226 on Friday, August 30, 2024 from 3-8pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Pius X RC Church, 1700 N French Rd., Getzville, NY 14068 on Saturday, August 31 at 10am. Please assemble at church. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made in John's memory to Hospice of Niagara County. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com.
Memories and Condolences
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Mark LaMonte
August 29, 2024
John and Family, my condolences on the passing of your father . May the Lord´s perpetual light shine upon him and your memories sustain you in these difficult times.
Mark LaMonte
Maria-Teresa Balistreri
August 29, 2024
I'm sorry for your loss n he was a great customer at John's n Mary's . Rest in peace Mr. Phillips
dmm
August 29, 2024
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John fauth
August 28, 2024
Condolences to the family.
It was my good fortune to have John and Ferd as my good customers for many years. John Fauth
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