Philip Wayne Hemphill
Philip Wayne Hemphill
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Mr. Hemphill, 71, of Meridian, died Thursday, October 12, 2023, at his home.
Philip was a retired Captain with the Mississippi Highway Patrol where he retired in 2011 after a career spanning over 30 years. Philip was a proud shooter for Team Zero and Rock River, Lapua, and AimPoint. He was a ten time National Police Pistol Combat Champion and two time NRA Precision Pistol Champion. He enjoyed squirrel hunting and turkey hunting. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his grandsons, who lovingly referred to him as Papaw. He was a friend to all who knew him, with friendships spanning all over the world.
Mr. Hemphill is survived by his wife, Christine; son, Derrick Hemphill, his wife, Misty; grandsons, Alex, Triston, Andrew, Peyton, and Aidan, as well as a host of friends, and extended family members.
Mr. Hemphill is preceded in death by his parents, Jesse Ray Hemphill and Doris Hemphill.
The Hemphill family suggests memorials be made as donations to the Outreaches of Cross Mountain Ministries, at 6215 Porterville Townsend Rd, Porterville, MS 39352.
Online condolences may be expressed at robertbarhamffh.com.
The Hemphill family will receive guests from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM Sunday, October 15, 2023.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
6300 MS 39, Meridian, MS 39305
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Paula Splain Martin
October 16, 2023
My deepest condolences to Christine, Derrick, Misty and grandsons. My dad, Bennie Splain, and Philip had been great friends and hunting buddies for as long as I can remember. So, I always felt he was an extended part of our family. My dad passed away in 2012. A few years later during the Christmas holidays came a knock at the door. To our surprise, it was Philip and his son Derrick with the most delicious homemade baklava. Philip, you will always hold a very special place in my heart. You were one of the great ones!
Tony Miller
October 16, 2023
The world has lost a good man. Christine, I hope you can find comfort knowing how much Philip was thought of. And how much he thought of you. To the Hemphill family my condolences.
Larry G Malin - New Mexico Mounted Patrol
October 16, 2023
I first met Philip in the early 1990's in Las Vegas, NV at one of the 4 Queens shoots. Shot the Nationals in Albuquerque, NM where he won #10 the year after he won the Precision Pistol Nationals. He was down to earth and helped out the "little guys" with his vast knowledge of shooting. When he and Bobby Reed along with the rest of the MHP team were present good times and laughter were in abundance. My condolences to his family and look forward to meeting him someday at the great shooting range in the sky.
Jessica kent
October 16, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. So many wonderful things I could say about philip, he showed me how a boss should act toward his employees. He used to get onto to me for speeding anytime he seen me driving fast hahahaha. He truly loved his family!!! I'm so thankful that our paths crossed in this lifetime. Wonderful person inside and out.
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Avery Rollins
October 15, 2023
As an FBI Agent I have great memories of Phil and the MHP range at the MHP Academy. I especially remember a private personal shooting competition making headshots with our revolvers at 50 yards. Needless to say he beat me every time.
Robert Hanson
October 15, 2023
My deepest sympathies for Christin and Philip's family!! Philip was a gentleman and one of the good people in this world. I enjoyed many shooting matches along side Philip and Charlie.
Fred Stallings
October 13, 2023
Christine,
Sometimes you meet someone and they make your life better. Phillip did this for me.
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