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Phillip Karash Obituary
June 9, 2023
Phillip Carl Karash, 84, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023, at his home after a short illness. He was born August 30, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan, to Leo and Helen (Phillips) Karash. He graduated from High School in 1957 and enlisted in the United States Army and served at Selfridge Air Force Base in the Nike Missile D-BTRY 4th BN until 1959. After his discharge, he married Bonnie Gillispie on October 21, 1961, and she survives after 61 years.
In addition to his wife, he is also survived by: four sons, Kevin Karash, Kent (Debbie) Karash, and Curt (Hope) Karash, all of Wellston, and Christopher (Amy) Karash of Irons; three grandchildren, Lindsey (Jake) Schimke, Kody (Clista) Karash, and Jacob Karash; and a very special great-granddaughter, Aeris, who drove Grandpa on many golf cart rides around his property, sometimes white knuckled. He is also survived by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Lee (Debbie) Gillispie, Brenda (Sonny) Miller and Bethel Assante; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; in-laws, Orval and Helen Gillispie; brother, Leon Karash; and brothers-in-law, Clarence Gillispie and Tony Assante.
There will be a private graveside service planned at a later date to be officiated by Pastor Kendale Dennis of Faith Fellowship Church, of Irons, where Phil was a member.
The family would like to thank Munson Hospice of Cadillac for the wonderful and kind care of Phil and great support of the family.
The Terwilliger Funeral Home, in Kaleva, is in charge of arrangements.
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Cynthia (Karash) Nielsen
June 17, 2023
Aunt Bonnie and all the Phillip Karash Family Praying The LORD surround You All I was Blessed to have Uncle Philip as my God Father so many wonderful memories with Aunt Bonnie and Uncle Phillip, cousins and family. Our Heartfelt Condolences, Prayers and Thoughts for The family. May The LORD surround You All with His Love, Comfort and Peace. My Love to You All
Jan Johnson
June 16, 2023
Bonnie, and family,
So very sorry to hear of Phil´s passing . He was always such a kind man. Thoughts and prayers
Love and hugs,
Jan & Wayne Johnson
Scott Szapa
June 16, 2023
Kody and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. In all prayers and thoughts. Scott Szapa
Myrna Wingate
June 14, 2023
So Sorry Bonnie..
So Sorry Cody and Bethel and ALL the family!
Mary Beth Karash
June 14, 2023
Best Uncle in the world So many memories of Uncle Phillip, Aunt Bonnie and those bad little Karash kids. (We were bad little Karash kids too) We lived! I'm sure that they are fishing and hunting. Love you all, Uncle Phillip will be missed
Mary Beth Karash
Bethel Assante
June 12, 2023
I have lots of memories of Phil. The best one being that´s how I met my husband. They served in the Army together. I will miss him very much.
Connie Hilliard
June 12, 2023
Bonnie and family , So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of our family canoe trips . Also Phil’s sense of humor . My prayers are with you all. Connie
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