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Philip Brummit Obituary
Philip A. Brummit passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2019. He was born in Johnson City, Tennessee on December 4, 1927 to Philip Isaac and Mabel Lucas Brummit.
Upon graduation from high school, his interests were in the military. Philip served in the Navy, Air Force Army. After nearly thirty years of service, he retired from the Army as a Lieutenant Colonel. While in the service, he served in Europe, Vietnam and Korea.
As a graduate of the University of Tennessee, he was a loyal fan. Philip was also a graduate of American University in Washington D.C. After retiring from the Army, his career led him to become Vice President at Indiana National Bank.
He was a member of the Meridian Street Methodist Church, the Service Club where he was a past president, Scottish Rite, and American Legion.
Mr. Brummit was an avid runner. He had run in all fifty states and several marathons. Philip and his wife enjoyed traveling.
He is survived by his wife of twenty-two years, Margaret. His son, Philip K. Brummit, his granddaughter, Bridget Pickens, son-in-law, Larry Pickens, stepson, Charles Weesner, nieces, Anne (Mike) McKenna, Molly McKenna, cousins, Alice (Fred) Burrell and Paul Ward.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Billie Jean, daughter, Elaine Pickens, brother, Frank Brummit, and sister-in-law, Dorothy Brummit.
In honoring his wish, he will be cremated. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 25, 2019, 10am-12pm with a memorial service at 12:00pm at Flanner Buchanan-Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, 9700 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46250. Online condolences may be made at:
www.flannerbuchanan.com.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to the Salvation Army at 6060 Castleway W Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46250.
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October 24, 2019
Thinking of you Peg. With prayers and love.
He will be missed. Mindy and Paul
Becki Heusel
October 23, 2019
Peg and family -
The Heusel family extends our sincere condolences upon the passing of Phil.
Blessings as you traverse this tender time.
Becki Heusel
Rise Compton
October 18, 2019
Thank you for your service to our country and as well to INB. Enjoyed talking with you at INB monthly lunches. Such a great officer and a gentleman! May you Rest In Peace.
Fuzz & Eva Fazekas
October 13, 2019
When I think of Phil, I see a smile. I see a nice person - a friend - a neighbor. He will be missed, & we feel blessed to be the Brumitt's friends. Peg, please know that Fuzz & I are here for you. Our phone rings at 2AM as well as 2PM. You are a very special friend, & we pray for strength & comfort during these unknown times.
Fuzz & Eva
Ron Berry
October 12, 2019
So sorry to hear about Phil. Peg, May you have comfort and strength as you go through this difficult time.
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