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Philip Crosby Obituary
Philip E. Crosby of Stratford passed peacefully into the hands of the Lord on February 25, 2013, after a long illness. Born in Kings Mountain, N.C., he was one of eight children of George and Ada Crosby. At the age of 18, Phil moved to Connecticut where he discovered his passion for barbering and began his career that spanned more than six decades before his retirement in 2012. At one time, he was the proprietor of the South End Barber Shop in Bridgeport and Phil's House of Cuts in Ansonia. Later, he owned Carter's on Stratford Avenue where his customers will remember him for his generosity and kindness to them.
Among his many accomplishments, Phil studied art at Shaw University in North Carolina, served in the Korean War and later with the National Guard. He supported his wife's involvement with The Milford, CT Chapter of The Links, Incorporated by being a Connecting Link and previously served on the Stratford Town Committee.
A truly gentle man, Phil was a lover of jazz, art, golf, basketball, and his family. He was a father figure and role model to his grandsons who will miss him always. Left to honor his memory are his wife, Elene Marshall Crosby of Stratford, his daughter, Felicia Coble and her husband Thomas of Oxford, grandsons Theodore B. Miller, III and his fiancé Traci Barnell of Stratford, Grant Miller of Chicago, IL, Vaun Coble Sr. and wife, Kicha of Bridgeport ,CT and Kevon Coble of Dunnesville,VA, brothers Dr. DeNorris Crosby and his wife Lillie B. of Monroe, LaVaughn Crosby of Bridgeport, sister Eleanor Turner of New Haven, sisters-in-law Linda Faye Dowell and her husband Ralph of Huntington, Picardy Marshall of Stratford, Joe Ann Shipp and her husband Adolphus of Byhalia, MS, Sandra Johnson, Holly Springs, MS and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. at the Golden Hill United Methodist Church, corner of Lafayette and Golden Hill Streets, Bridgeport, CT 06604. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Bishop Wicke Health Center for the compassionate care extended to Phil. Those wishing to honor Phil's memory may make a donation in his name to Public Relations, United Methodist Homes, 580 Long Hill Avenue, Shelton, CT 06484. Arrangements entrusted to Baker-Isaac Funeral Services, 985 Stratford Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06607. www.bakerfuneralservices.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Philip Crosby
March 12, 2013
To Mrs. Crosby and family, Condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Mr. Phil was a wonderful man. He gave my brother and sons their first haircuts. And was the only barber I know who did my mother's eyebrows right! He will be truly missed. May God give you comfort and peace. From the Easley family ( Jackie, Tiki and Marcus-your former student)
March 12, 2013
to the Cosby family, my deepest condolences to a very good friend - may he rest on in peace = we'll miss you - this marks the end of a barbering era. Respectfully, Helen Carter
March 12, 2013
To LEAN, DeNoris, LaVon and all of Phil's family - please accept our condolences and know that we charished our commradery with Phil over the years through Carter's Barbershop. You were a good friend to our dad, Carl Carter, and you " held it down properly." Thank you, Frances and Tammy Carter
March 8, 2013
So sorry we can't be with you at this time but know that we love you and keeping you the family are in our prayers.
As always, Will and Dotti Sillers
Matthews, North Carolina
March 8, 2013
To the family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Phil was a nice man he will be missed!
Amy & Benny
Mildred R. Howard
March 8, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow
Calvin T. Harris Sr.
March 7, 2013
To the Crosby Family My deepest condolences. I recall the "South End Barbershop and spoon"s record shop Haywood Hall Phil,....such great memories.Rest in peace my brother and my GOD be with the family
Clarence P. Wheeler
March 7, 2013
To the family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.My deepest sympathies.
Melvyn Wheeler
March 7, 2013
To the family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Tyree Hall
March 7, 2013
Rest in Peace Mr. Phil, we will miss you.
Sonia Rodriguez
March 7, 2013
Elene my deepest sympathy for your lost, and may Philip rest in Peace. My prayers are with you and all your family. Love Sonia
Abe Godon
March 7, 2013
Dear DeNorris:
My sympathy to you on the loss of your brother. Words do not ease the pain but good memories help to make it bearable.
Abe Gordon
Dennis & Cozetta Pettway
March 7, 2013
We are deeply saddened by the loss of our good friend Phil,may your whole family draw strength from each other in these troubling times.
Lafayette Caraway
March 7, 2013
DeNorris
I am very sorrow to hear about the death of your brother. Brothers are a unique gift.
Lafayette Caraway
Alta Loma, Ca
Jeffrey Monk
March 6, 2013
RIP "Phil" we'll done...
Donna Reynolds
March 6, 2013
Elene and family - With my sincerest sympathy. May your many memories help ease the pain of your husband's loss. xoxo
The Bember Family
March 6, 2013
To Crosby Family,
May loving memories bring you strength, comfort & peace.
Angel Solivan
March 6, 2013
Dear DeNorris,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. May God's love be with you and your family at this very difficult time. With my sympathy,
Lisa Zamfino
March 6, 2013
Dear DeNorris and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of your brother. I pray that your memories bring comfort and peace to your hearts.
Gwendolyn Powell
March 3, 2013
My condolences to you and your family for the loss of your beloved Philip.Take comfort in knowing that he is at peace.
March 3, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories of Phil bring you comfort. Terri
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