Philip Joseph Metz

Philip Joseph Metz obituary, Milford, MI

Philip Joseph Metz

Philip Metz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors- Milford on Oct. 1, 2024.

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Philip "Phil" Joseph Metz, age 85 of Howell, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024.
Philip was born to George A. and Katherine (Rosich) Metz in Detroit, Michigan and was married
to his wife Sharron Ann (Olmsted) for 60 years. Philip was preceded in death by his parents,
his brother George Paul (the late Elaine) Metz, and sister Patricia McAuley. Philip is survived by
his wife, children Philip (Sharon) Metz and Brian (Jill) Metz, grandsons Andrew, Jack, and
Michael "Moe", brother Thomas (Mary) Metz, sisters Sharon Daniels and Mary Beth (the late
William) Waters, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Philip was proud of his service in the US Army, serving both stateside and overseas in
Germany. He retired from Ford Motor Company after over 30 years.
Per Philip's wishes, there will be no service and a private interment will occur at a later date at
Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan.
The family wishes to thank the caring staff at Westlake Health Campus and Open Arms
Hospice who took care of Philip for many months.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Open Arms Hospice
Open Arms Hospice
39500 W. 10 Mile Road
Novi, MI 48375
www.openarmshospice.com

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