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Marie Sayre
April 16, 2009
Growing up Phil was a dare devil. If anyone dared him to do anything or said he couldn't do it, he would do it or die trying. Sometimes he would be late coming home at night. His Dad would ask him where he was. His answer, "I might have been out stealing cars".
He joined the Navy right out of high school and as I was putting his clothes away that I had washed I noticed his things from school. In the top of the drawer was a theme paper. He had to write a paper on someone he admired besides his Dad. He choose Mr. English (the lock master at the locks) who worked with the Boy Scouts at the Presbyterian Church. He had written that he and a friend of his would go over to talk with Mr. English and would forget the time and be late coming home.
Phil loved working with young kids. He and Leona had a young people's program at Parkway United Methodist on Friday nights sponsored by "Paul's Work Shop". It was open to the whole neighborhood.
Phil reminded me of my older brother Bill. He would go all out to do anything for you but if he thought you were trying to make him do something against his will he would "buck like a mule". It was much the same with Phil. At my brother's funeral the Minister who was also his son-in-law stated that Bill was a diamond in the rough. That is how I lovingly think of Phil.
Everett Allen Sayre Jr.
March 19, 2009
I will miss conversing with my cousin as he was a wonderful person in whom to confide your problems.He could always bring out the bright side of a bad issue.
Amelia Martin
February 3, 2009
I did not have the pleasure of knowing Phil for a long time, but for the short time I did know him it was obvious to me how much he was loved by his family and friends and how much he impacted each of their lives. I know he will be forever missed.
January 30, 2009
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Derek Blunk
January 30, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person. My Uncle Phil would come and watch me bowl. He always made me feel very special.
I will love him and miss him always.
Kathy Blunk
January 30, 2009
Each of my brothers hold a special place in my heart. There is Paul Jr. (Sonny), Philip, Johnny, David, and Charlie. When our Dad passed away, I found great comfort in knowing that he lived on through my brothers and that I still had them with me here on Earth. But now, my first brother has gone to heaven. I will miss him. I find great comfort in thinking of Philip and my Dad, with other loved ones who have passed on, being in the presence of our Heavnely Father. I feel joy in knowing that they are waiting to greet me when my time comes.
Philip not only were you my brother, but you were also a Daddy to me. You provided so many of my child hood experinces. As a result, Marla and Sherry are not only my neices, but my friends. I can still picture the three of us standing up in your car's back seat (no seatbelts back then) driving to the next adventure that you had planned. I feel the excitement. I hear the laughter. I remember us going down huge carnival slides in a burlap sack and snowy hills on a sled. We walked accross a high, swinging bridge that had missing planks. We played at the drive-in and watched movies. We saw Dracula at Actors Theatre. Before we had our driver's permit you let us drive your Cutlass in the corn fields. I learned to swim and ride a bike at your house. Anytime you would stop by Mom and Dad's house with doughnuts, White Castles or just to visit for a while, I would beg to come spend the night at your house.
As teenagers, you were also there leading church activities such as softball and bike trips. I knew that I could always talk to you about anything. I knew that I could always count on you to be there.
I will cherish the talks we had during the times you and Leona cared for Mom. I learned of the love for poetry that you and Leona share. I listened to your personal stories that as a mother made me shiver, but somehow you always survived. Your little dare devil side made us all love you even more. I will always picture you with that big, devilish yet inviting grin on your face and I will smile.
The true love that you and Leona share tiumphed over many life obstacles. I thank God that you all found each other again.You all have a real love that is passionate and most of all unconditional.
My sweet brother Phil, thanks for loving me enough to share your time, your family and your life experiences. You are a man who loved, laughed, lived and was loved in return. I am grateful to you for providing the men in my life with a living example of a Christian man.
Leona, Marla and Sherrie (and your families) thanks for loving my brother and taking such good care of him.
Joe Blunk
January 30, 2009
To my brother-in-law who I will deeply miss. Phil was a man who had a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone with no questions asked. He was a kind and gentle man. He was a role model to me and my kids and I am very proud to have known him. Phil loved life and would always have a story to share. I loved to hear his jokes that he would share because he knew how to make you laugh. Phil, it's hard to believe that you are no longer on this earth, but I know you are here with us in spirit doing what you do best--helping others. I am not going to say goodby, but see you later in heaven.
Love, Joe
Shaun and Phil June 2008 at Phillip Singleton's graduation party.
Tia Schlangen
January 28, 2009
I consider myself blessed to have known Phil. I was able to get to know him through my husband, Shaun, his grandson. I am very grateful to Phil and will be forever. He taught Shaun a lot through the years, but mostly he showed Shaun how to be a great man. I am blessed to have a husband who shares so many similarities as Phil.
I remember him as a guardian who watched over and protected his wife, children, grandchildren, friends and family. He would do anything for anybody.
Phil taught me a lot too. He showed what it means to "do unto others as you would have them do unto you". He not only helped others in need, he forgave others of their shortcomings and held their hands in times of struggle. He demonstrated unconditional love unlike anyone I have ever known.
As most of you know, Shaun and I are newlyweds. We will always carry with us the memory of Phil and the way that he loved.
Me and My Papaw
Shaun Schlangen
January 28, 2009
This is a birthday poem/ letter I wrote to my Papaw on his last birthday. I awoke one morning in November with him on my mind and tears just thinking about him and got up and wrote this for his birthday without even knowing it would be his last. I am so glad I had gotten it to him in time for him to enjoy it.
My Papaw
My Papaw is the best there could be
He was always there for me
To teach me everything I wanted to know
He would give a boy lessons that he needed to grow
On a trip to the country or wherever my grandparents would go
I was along for the ride, in the middle, front row
Candies or soda whatever a child could want
Or to eat at a nice restaurant
If breakfast at my house was cold and bland
I could just go to Papaw’s where it was always warm and grand
He didn’t mind cooking for me
Whether it was one egg or three
As I grew older I could tell
My Papaw would be there if ever I fell
I did not like football and Papaw was there
To tell the coach for me when I could not
He also was there for me when I wrecked my car
This happened more than once but care he did not
If ever I needed my car worked on
Papaw was there to make the call
Not only that but to help me too
By driving me there to drop my car off
I love to see his old pictures of when he was young
Most people say we look alike
And I would proudly agree
I notice his features all over me
There was always something to do when Papaw was around
Like cutting the grass or clearing the ground
He probably thought I hated doing those chores
But as I look back there would be nothing I would love more
I did not mind doing anything he would ask
It did not matter the size of the task
From painting the house to cutting down a small tree
I would have done it all for free
Because I love my Papaw and I know he loves me
Happy Birthday, Love Your Grandson Shaun
Paul Singleton
January 27, 2009
Dear Phil,
You were like a father to me. I grew to love you after me and Sherrie started dating. I miss you Phil everyday. You taught me to love a person not for what they have done, but how they treat people. You also showed me how to forgive people, even though I don't always do that easily. I love you and miss you a lot. I miss seeing you at our house with Leona. I miss just talking to you. I know that you are in a better place with our Lord without pain and suffering to breathe. You showed me how to be nice to people no matter if I know them or not. Your spirit has shown me to always live my life to the fullest. I remember you would always try to fix anything and everything using gray duct tape. I remember you would always cook breakfast and make the kitchen a disaster area. I loved the way you would play in the floor with Jana and Bradley never complaining about anything. I miss you Phil, but I will always remember the good times as well as the bad. Phil, knowing you has made my life better in many ways. You are an inspiration to everyone that knew you. I feel like I have lost a part of me. I did; my father and my friend. I will love you forever .
David Blunk
January 22, 2009
Uncle Phil is someone that I will never forget. I have so many memories of him, but some of the best ones I have were at the bowling alley. We would go and bowl all afternoon. He would give me pointers although many times he would beat me. I remember him telling me that the way we bowl today is cheating compared to the old day when you had to throw the ball straight down the lane. After we would get done bowling we would play a few games of pool. The more I think about it I am pretty sure he was a pool shark. I would always be close that first game, but after that he would destroy me. Uncle Phil was a great man and I am honored and lucky to have all the wonderful memories I have. You will be forever missed Uncle Phil.
Chuck,Phil, Johnny Sonny - WWII
January 21, 2009
John Sayre
January 21, 2009
My Brother Phil:
Phil was the brother I shared the most time with growing up and these are some (not nearly all) of the memories of that time and later:
-multiple Summer Bible schools at the Baptist/Methodist/Presbyterian and Lutheran Churches
- The spilled hot bathtub water episode where Phil and Sonny were able to jump clear and I just stood there and cried while my feet were scalding
-going with Phil and Sonny to The Norman and Ideal Theaters for Saturday and sometimes Sunday movies
-making Christmas wreaths and ornaments from tin foil and evergreens to sell for Christmas gift money for Mom & Dad. Getting misletoe greenery from the trees in Shawnee Park.
- our many shared dogs- Pat,Billy,Laddie, et al and last of all Brandy
- playing in Portland park pool and playground - going to the river to hike, swim or just hang out.- and trying to convince Mom the river mud was really from the Portland park baseball field.
- fishing at Shippingport island, the Hydro and 37th street sandbar and witnessing the many pre-floodwall floods of the Ohio as we grew up.
-waiting third in line behind Phil for punishment for something we did wrong as a group- we always deserved the punishment as I recall, but the waiting was often worse than the punishment for me
-playing football, "capture the flag", flying kites and sledding in "Green Valley" and on the floodwall
-the overnight whole -family "trot-line'" fishing expeditions from Sand Island
-walking or riding bikes to "Fountain Ferry" pool to swim and then go to the Hilarity Hall
-Bike trips to the old Indian grounds out SW Parkway to find arrowheads and beads
- my first cigarette (furnished by Phil) beneath the K&I bridge
-building forts and hideouts (and being stung by wasps) in the stave-yard and sawdust piles of the old Chickasaw whiskey barrel plant where Pop and Dad worked.and watching it all burn down one night.
-summer trips to Grandma Baileys who always knew how to make us city boys do chores
-trips to Aunt Betty's where we hiked and fished and where Phil met his lifetime companion.
-Old Troop 33 Scout-o-ramas, camping trips to Covered Bridge Pioneer Village Dark Ravine and Tree Houses, Otter Creek, Melvins,- melting lead to make ingots to sell for the Troop coffers, ad infinitum. Rough games like "Break the Bridge", "Germans in the Dark" and Chicken-fighting. in the old Scout House - Being the Scoutmaster's sons was not always easy.
-hiking and biking to Slate Rock along IN Hwy 111 to day-camp, swim in a nearby muddy farm pond (sometimes a mule would join us) and getting drinks of sweet, cold well water from a farmhouse across the road
-riding with Phil in Robert Johnson's car along the then new floodwall in SW Jefferson County
-running rabbit snares and box traps on Shippingport Island and Mrs Wiggins frying them up for us.
-many shared jobs and chores with Phil and Sonny for home and neighbors- carrying coal from bsmts and coal sheds, cutting grass and weeding gardens, shoveling snow and wall-papering numerous rooms with Dad- getting grass from the cracks in brick side-walks and inheriting Phil's early morning clean-up job at the Dairy Queen.when he went in the Navy.
-telling Ms.Walsh (Phils HS English nemesis) that she should stop putting Phil down as a negative reference to me - that he was my brother and I loved him as he was and did not want him to change in any way - she never said anything derogatory about Phil again to me.
As we grew older our shared time grew less but Phil never failed to visit when he was nearby even when we lived at a distance in GA.
We grew apart on social, political and religious issues and had many lively discussions in these areas- Phil as the consummate liberal and me as a staunch conservative but we never let our differences change the love and respect we had for each other.
I have always felt this was the strength of our family - we have not let our differences change how we feel toward each other - I hope we can always continue in that vein. We owe that to our Parents (especially that rock , Olive Marie, who kept the family together during the really rough times) and to each other..
As for Phil, I thank whatever Gods may be for his loving and indomitable soul - he will forever be in my thoughts and in my heart - my Brother-my Friend.
Johnny
Debra Sayre-Ennest
January 20, 2009
I have so many great memories of Uncle Phil. The one that stands out the most was when him and Leona came up to Minnesota in the blue VW bug. He had so many problems with that car going up to Minnesota but he would not turn around. He had made a promise to two little girls up there that he would come see them. Phil was never one to break a promise. I miss you Phil. You will forever be in my heart.
Marilynn Sayre
January 20, 2009
Philip was greatly loved and will be missed. He and Leona were a great help to both Anthony and I. Anthony in paticular, looked at him as a second father - role model, in service to our God, nation and others. Philip also was able to relate very effectively to young people, which is a gift that many others lack.
David Sayre
January 19, 2009
Miss you, Brother. Didn't really hit that I will never see you again until I started writing this. Words cannot express what you have meant to all of us.
Danny Williamson
January 19, 2009
My cousin Phillip Sayre was, simply stated, one of the best men I have ever known. My most recent memories include our trip to Huber's orchard and the times he would come to watch me bowl (seems I would usually do better when he was there.
We could all learn a lesson from the kind of love that Phil gave to each of us and hopefully we returned in kind. God Bless you always.
mike layne
January 16, 2009
i said earlier i could not say enough good things here about this good man.when you read all the entrys here,i think a stranger would think they knew this man or really wished they had.he married my sister and took me in after i finished school,he helped me find a good job,him from city,me country boy we joked about who was toughest..well one morning he got me up and said come with me,took me to the top of the floodwall in west end of town and said now we are gonna see who's best.run!!! i was just 18 him older i am sorry to say he had to stop first.i said i told you but i don't think he ever admitted i won the race.i kidded him about it but he still let me drive his car to work and he rode the bus.now that i have lived 64 years i look back at that day and many others and it give's me hope that if i can measure up to being half the man phil was.i say (IF)i can.watching him help other's and with his own health problem's never giving up.i pray that when my end come's and i meet our lord he will say come in mike, phil is waiting he beat you here....i miss you buddy and i know who really won the race...loved you much...mike
Shaun Schlangen
January 14, 2009
I will miss my Papaw so much and never forget all the memories I had with him. I feel so lucky to have lived next to my grandpa and be so close to him. He taught me so many things. He was a shining example of what a man should be and the love he showed for my grandma is something I base the love of my wife on. I still can't beleive he is gone and I will miss him everyday.
paul Sayre
January 9, 2009
Thank you for a lifetime of fond memories from childhood to the present.Thank you for your consant prayers,concerns during good times and bad and just for always being there.Your loving brother,Paul,Jr,Sonny
Pat Sayre
January 9, 2009
We enjoyed Phil coming to our home and sharing a meal with us on his way to Alabama on fishing trips.He always said the sandwiches we had were the best ever and he always brought me flowers.He was always a perfect gentleman.I will miss him for his kind and loving spirit.See you later Phil!!Pat Sayre
Todd Sayre
January 7, 2009
Uncle Phil ...
I was and will remain thankful for his creative collaboration and support; his sharing of heartfelt, innocent songs, poems, and stories.
Throughout the years he remained a playful and expressive child at heart for all of us to see.
For that alone he is close to my heart and with ease will stay on my mind.
Phyllis Smitson
January 7, 2009
Phil was my 2nd brother and my #2
Sonny...I called all my brothers Sonny
when I was a little girl. Philip was the
brother who was always ready to build
a snowman or go sleigh riding and do all the fun things...he also loved popcorn and Friday nights at our house was popcorn night when I was
little...Philip may have been the 2nd sibling but he did a lot of 1st's in our family..1st to join the armed forces (Navy), 1st to get married and now the 1st to see Jesus face to face. Philip did not always have an easy life, but he won the battles through the strength of the Lord. Philip reminded me a lot of David in
the Bible. David wrote poetry, David fought the enemy and won the battle, David was a man after God's own heart. Love, sacrifice, grace and forgiveness...all of these attributes of Jesus...all of these attributes of my brother, Philip. We are all blessed a little more because we had Philip as long as we did.. and we are even more blessed with the knowledge that we will see him again one day soon.
Love your sister Phyllis
Jana Wermuth
January 6, 2009
I love you Papaw and miss you greatly. You will always be remembered for your kind, loving heart. You taught me how to love and share my heart with others, as well as forgive. You also taught me how to live life to the fullest, and of course, with a sense of humor. You always believed in me and was so proud. You told me that I could do anything I wanted in life and that the possibilities are endless. I will always remember the memories we made, including the Sunkist shakes we shared. I am at peace to know that you are with our Heavenly Father and no longer fighting for every breath. You will always live in my heart and prayers. I will tell all who lend me an ear the many stories and memories you shared with me. Love always, your Baby Boo.
Marilyn J. Sayre
January 6, 2009
My memory of Phil over the 50 plus years I have been a part of the Sayre family is that he was a good, kind-hearted person who always did the very best he could for his family & friends. When problems came his way he handled them without complaining and worked as hard as he could to make things right and get on with living the life he loved. He will always be with us in spirit but his earthly presence will be missed.
Melissa Hicks
January 5, 2009
He was my Uncle Phil and in my heart he will always be now he is with Jesus forever happy he will be. In heaven I will see him again with mother by his side. They will welcome me home with their arms stretched open wide. What joy that day shall bring a rejoicing it will be.Smiles upon their faces as they run to welcome me.
Please give you life to Christ and trust everyday and he will lead you also along lifes weary way.
This was Phil's wish for everyone. That we all would also have a constant companion a helper and a friend(JESUS) So that we all could be together forever in the end.
I Love you and will miss you but you will live within my heart....
Missy Layne Hicks
MY Uncle Phil....Always a joy! I Love you, Missy Layne Hicks
January 5, 2009
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Krystal Layne
January 4, 2009
Uncle phil was a great man! I looked up tp him so much. He always told me i could do anything I wanted and be anyone I wanted. He helped me so much while he was here. Always giving me hope and support through my struggles. I loved listenin to his storys about life and God. I will miss him and always love him. I know eveyone else will to. (I love u Uncle Phil R.I.P) Dillon and Kylie will always know about there Uncle Phil!
Nana and Papa at Shaun & Tia's wedding
January 4, 2009
Papa with Jana in Arkansas
January 4, 2009
Louise sayre
January 3, 2009
I will always remember Phil and Oni coming up to Minnesota to take Debbi and me to Kentucky in 1984.
Candace Cain Parker
January 3, 2009
TO Leona,Marla and Sherry,I know your loss is great.It broke my heart,I'm deeply sadden my love goes out to you all.
phil/leona's home in ky mountians
January 3, 2009
phil's freinds
January 3, 2009
phil rebuilding jim's boat
January 3, 2009
Barbara Tucker Mason
January 3, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. I remember growing up our extended family of the Dicks, Tuckers and the Sayres were all we needed for companionship and fellowship. I remember we all had good times together. May God's grace comfort you at a time like this.
Jennifer Bush
January 2, 2009
I always knew Phil as Papaw. I thought of him as my own grandfather since Stephanie and I are like sisters.He was always so kind. He will be greatly missed.
Anthony Sayre
January 2, 2009
My Uncle Phil will be greatly missed, but his memories will last forever. Thank you for everything you taught me and for everything you did for me. I love you.
Cindy Whelan
January 2, 2009
When I heard the news it broke my heart once again as It was broke five years ago when I lost my Dad.(Jim Cain).My dad and Philip was very close so I know they are together right now fishing. I will always remember phil. He had the best heart and would do anything for anyone. He will be missed deeply.
Living Life
January 1, 2009
True Blue Fans!
January 1, 2009
Charlie Sayre
January 1, 2009
Philip was the best brother a man or boy could have.
Phil with his brothers
January 1, 2009
Retirement!
January 1, 2009
Bradley and Phil
January 1, 2009
Shaun and Phil
January 1, 2009
Phil and Leona kissing under the mistletoe
January 1, 2009
Phil with Marla and Sherie
January 1, 2009
Family bonding time with girls
January 1, 2009
Surprise! Shaun and Papa
January 1, 2009
Philip Bradley chillin' with Papa
January 1, 2009
me with Jana and Stephie
January 1, 2009
me looking cool outdoors
January 1, 2009
me (a.k.a. Gilligan) with Marty
January 1, 2009
male bonding??
January 1, 2009
Me and my sweetie
January 1, 2009
Pamela (Sayre) Toombs
January 1, 2009
Philip was a great cousin and friend to my dad, Jack. I felt the closeness when Philip came to visit me when my dad was dying. He was a strength to me at that time in my life. He will be missed by me greatly. I hope he and my dad are having a great time together now!!
Me with my Mom and my wife
January 1, 2009
Fun with the buddies
January 1, 2009
Love of Family
January 1, 2009
I am a cute boy
January 1, 2009
This is my school picture
January 1, 2009
mike layne
January 1, 2009
i know for sure all the (LAYNE)family loved phil very much.he seem hardly able to go,but he was still doing things for other people.i can't say enough here about this good man.but those who knew him already knew he was a very rare special man.will be sadly miss by all his freind's in maytown. MIKE AND CELIA LAYNE
Kevin Sayre
January 1, 2009
Dear Aunt Leona, Marla, Sherrie and the rest of your families; We were terribly sorry to hear of your and our loss. Uncle Phil was indeed a kind and loving soul. I think he had a knack for making those around him feel good. Though we were only able to see him occasionally since we left Louisville, he was always interested in what my family and I were and had been doing. It was always a pleasure to visit with him in person or talk to him by phone when we were back in town. I am so happy that I was able to see him this past summer and talk to him Thanksgiving evening by phone. He will be missed. He and your families will be in our prayers.
Love,
Kevin and Mary and family
BETTY ADKINS
January 1, 2009
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.PHIL WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON.I LOVED HIM VERY MUCH.HE HAD A WONDER HEART I KNOW HES WITH OUR LORD.LEONA I AM PRAYING FOR YOU I KNOW ITS HARD. GOD BLESS YOU LOVE BETTYLOU
Marla Schlangen
January 1, 2009
I love you and miss you so much!! You have taught me to love,trust and cherish others.I may not have always done so but I always knew you taught me right from wrong.I will miss hearing your voice on the phone and seeing your face at my house.I know now its time for me to do those things you taught me.I know you loved our Mother and family and especially all your grandchildren with all your heart and soul. I know they loved you too.It's time now for you to rest,breathe without effort and be with our Heavenly Father.You were the best earthly father ever.I miss and love you.
Leona Sayre
January 1, 2009
I love you Phil!
Julia (Bentley) Bormes
January 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. We will miss Phil greatly. He always came and visited with Mom and she loved him dearly. He will be missed by all of us.
Chip Smitson
January 1, 2009
I will cherish the memories of spending the night and going down to the creek near Uncle Phil's house and fishing with him. It was always fun. Love you Aunt Oni! I will miss you Uncle Phil.
Sherrie Singleton
January 1, 2009
To my loving father -- you lived life to its absolute fullest as a kind, giving and genuine christian man. Your zest for life and the love and kindness that you have always shown others are blessings that you have given this family. We will always carry those memories with us.
In my fathers own words:
“Jesus” – My Constant Companion
My life has been a blessing
His spirit dwells in me
Jesus – my constant companion
A royal guide is He
He was a sacrifice for us
To free us from our sin
He took the cross forever
Gained forgiveness for all men
Walk your life with Jesus
Spend all your days with Him
He will be your constant companion
Souls – He will help you win
Jesus is my constant companion
And always He will be
When I arrive in Heaven
He will forever be with me
By – Philip E. Sayre December 20, 2007
---I will always love you!
Cheryl McMichael
January 1, 2009
Leona. Sherry, Marla and the entire Sayre family. We are so sorry for your loss. Phil was a great man and loved by many. He will be missed.
Love.
Raymond and Cheryl McMichael
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