Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
John "Philip" Follrod
John "Philip" Follrod
Obituary
Guest Book
John Follrod Obituary
POMEROY – John “Philip” Follrod, 79, of Pomeroy, OH, passed away on June 23, 2025, at his residence.
Born December 7, 1945, he was the son of the late Errol “Jack” and Francis “Philomene” (Killinger) Follrod. Philip was a 1963 graduate of Pomeroy High School and retired from the United Auto Workers after more than 30 years of service. He was a former member of the Pomeroy Eagles, loved playing the lottery, and was a dedicated donor to St. Jude’s and the veterans.
Philip is survived by his son, John David Follrod; daughter, Gina Follrod; 5 grandchildren, Bethany, Ashli, Jessica, Alicia, and Kelsey; 5 great grandchildren, Atticus, Katelyn, Kylie, Landon, and Beau; one great-great grandchild; one brother, Danny Follrod; two sisters, JoEllen Roush and Kay (Terry) Fulks; one niece, Kim Follrod; and one nephew, Darin Roush.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Jackie Follrod.
Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ewing Funeral Home in Pomeroy.
Friends and family are invited to sign the online guestbook at ehwfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
106 Mulberry Avenue, Pomeroy, OH 45769
People and places connected with John
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for John Follrod
Tell your own story about John
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Make a Donation
in John Follrod's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John Follrod's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
