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PHILIP FORMICOLA Obituary
FORMICOLARobert, Gabrielle and Tommy. Dear brother of Fred Formicola and family. Relatives and friends are invited to his Memorial Visitation and Funeral Mass Friday, April 22nd 9:30 to 10:45 A.M. St. Philip Neri Church, 437 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444. Funeral Mass to begin 11 A.M. Int. private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908 or The Police & Fire Memorial Fund, c/o IAFF Local #22, 415 N. Fifth St., Phila., PA 19123 in Philip's memory.
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Nurah Rahman
February 8, 2025
Awww, I'm so sorry to hear this...
Mr. Formicola was my parole officer in March 2002, a very understanding, helpful, funny, caring and non-judgmental man who told me to..." Just follow the rules and everything will be fine". He helped me thru a tough time when there was no one else to assist me and I will never forget the impact of his selflessness. I will never forget you Mr. Formicola. Thank for giving me a chance to change my life. May you continue to rest peacefully sir.
marguerite
July 27, 2016
Rest in peace, Will miss popping in and seeing you around. I will always remember our chats about our familys.
Matthew J. Veasey
July 6, 2016
Just recently learned of the passing of my friend and fellow officer, Phil Formicola. Although we never worked the same unit, Phil and I shared many views on the police department activities, as well as some more personal interests. Phil was certainly one of the good guys, a gentleman, and a fun character. Go with God, good Buddy.
In Germany 1964
Al Sagazio
June 1, 2016
I just learned of Phil's passing. We were in the army together, two years in Germany. We shared many good times. I can't believe Phil is gone.
James Grimes
April 24, 2016
Phil...you were good people. I will think of you often.
April 24, 2016
Philly Phil,what a one of a kind,what great times we had at the afscme conventions and contract negotiations.I'll certainly miss your animated personality and wonderful sense of humor. Till we meet again God bless you and keep you in the palm of his hands. Paulie
Janine Salamatin
April 21, 2016
You will truly be missed I will always remember your Tuesday visits for lunch at the diner you were a great man always made me laugh my prayers to your family Janine salamatin (your waitress at the diner)
April 20, 2016
WE WILL CHERISH ALL THE MEMORIES WE HAD WITH DAD.WE WILL MISS HIM DEARLY.A TRUE AND DEAR FRIEND, HE WILL FOREVER LIVE IN OUR HEARTS. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY.CARMEN AND JOANIE
Tony Merlino
April 20, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the Formicola family. Phil was a great friend, mentor and someone to look up to. There was nothing he wouldn't do for you. May God keep him close and may God bless you guys.
April 20, 2016
R. I. P. Phill. You were truly one of the goodf guys. We had a lot of fun together in the few short years we knew each other's. You will be missed by everyone that knew you.
Kevin Hanna
April 20, 2016
Rest in Peace Phil. I will always cherish your witty humor you brought to us at MCD/MCU. Thank you for making our job fun. My sincerest condolonces to the entire Formicola family.
Catherine West
April 20, 2016
You have my deepest sympathy.
Bill Weaver
April 20, 2016
Condolences to the family, Phil was a great guy and tremendous cop...He was a true professional...
Frank Chiavaroli
April 20, 2016
Phil was the best .Know him many years from my restaurant , and the IA'Club .The world lost another good one.RIP-Your friend Frankie.
Maria Jordan
April 19, 2016
So many memories of Federal Street. Rest in peace, Phil. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
April 19, 2016
Dear Gina, Angela and family,We were deeply saddened to learn that Phil has passed away. We often think about him and how much we loved the time he was our guest in our cottage in North Wildwood. We have missed him and all of his stories. He was so generous. We spent time on his boat and always had a great time at the Christmas party in South Philly. He dearly loved his family and talked about you constantly. Please know you are always welcome here. We'd love to toast him on our porch with you and raise a glass to a wonderful man.Sincerely, Bill and Denise GreenNorth Wildwood
Jim Nugent
April 19, 2016
I worked with Phil in Major Crimes. He was one of the good ones. I'll always remember how he loved his two "girls". My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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