Philip Joseph Siefert

Philip Joseph Siefert obituary, Shelbyville, IN

Philip Joseph Siefert

Philip Siefert Obituary

Philip Joseph Siefert, 83, of Shelbyville, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at his home.

He was born May 3, 1942, in Gulf Port, Mississippi, the son of Albert and Dolores (Lambert) Siefert.

Philip is survived by his sons, Brett Siefert of Missouri, Brandon Siefert of Columbus, Jamie Noah of Shelbyville, and Erik Siefert and wife, Alyssa, of Carmel; sister, Norita Mohr of Fairland; grandchildren, Victoria Siefert, David Siefert, Isaiah Siefert, Sage Noah, Emma Siefert and Graham Siefert; great-grandchildren, Ellis Siefert, Luna Siefert and Maya Siefert; brother-in-law, Roy Wasson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, William Siefert and wife, Joyce, and James “Jimmy” Siefert; sister, Patricia Wasson; brother-in-law, Henry Mohr; and great-granddaughter, Regina June Siefert. Philip was also preceded in death by his beloved dog, Tucker.

In 1960, Philip graduated from Hope High School. He received his bachelor’s degree from Cincinnati Bible Seminary. He preached at Hartsville Church of Christ from 1972 to 1980 and Greensburg Church of Christ from 1980 to 1985.

He was a member of Remnant Church of Shelbyville and Campus Life, where he enjoyed working with the youth program.

Philip retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 2009, with 32 years of service.

He enjoyed going for bike rides, philosophy and early education.

Visitation will be from 10 am to Noon, Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

Funeral services will follow at Noon, at the funeral home, with Pastor Ian Farnsley officiating.

Interment will be at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Remnant Church.

Online condolences may be shared with Philip’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

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