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Dedicated career Troy Police Officer, Vietnam Veteran (USMC), legendary Troy HS Track Coach, loving Father, and highly opinionated Lions Fan, Phil passed away on April 15, 2025, with his family by his side. Well known for his motivational speaking and pep talks, Phil was an inspirational figure that influenced many.
Preceded by parents Philip & Florence (Hibbard), brother Bob, and daughter Stephanie.
Survived by wife Suzanne, sons P.J. and Tim, grandchildren Mackenzie, Kennedy, Jameson and Finn, great grandchildren Brentley and Copelynn, and siblings John, Ellen, Karen and David. Most importantly, he will be solemnly missed by all the lives that he has touched.
There will be a graveside memorial at 11am on Saturday, May 3rd, at Oakview Cemetery in Royal Oak, followed by a memorial luncheon at the Berkley American Legion Post 374 from 12-3pm.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Fisher House, in memory of Phil. https://connect.fisherhouse.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donate.event&eventID=1
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Neil and Kathy Lanigan
May 2, 2025
We will always remember the lovely visits we had with cousin Philip, Suzanne and his family here on Prince Edward Island. Please know we are thinking of you all and wish you peace and comfort as you share your sorrow. Take care, Neil, daughter Kathy, and family
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Debra and David Steele
April 30, 2025
Suzanne no words can express to you in this difficult time. Just know our prayers and hearts are with you and your family.
Much love Debbie and David Steele
JB
April 27, 2025
I was always in awe that nothing ever seemed to bother Phil...never heard him raise his voice, regardless of the situation..He will be missed by many..(JB)
Dixieann Harmount
April 26, 2025
Never forgotten, always remembered with warmth and a smile. R.I.P. dear friend
Joe Quaiatto
April 26, 2025
Phil was a very good friend both on the job and off. Played baseball with him, went fishing with him. His smile was contagious.
I am so sorry that I will not be at his service but I have a grandson graduation from Albion College that day.
My prayers go out to his family.
Steve Russ
April 26, 2025
Phil is a brother who truly will be missed by all of us who worked with him. I can honestly say that I am a better person because of Phil. One could always count on Phil to have a kind word to help you forget about some of the ugliness that is associated with Police work.
May our Lord bless his newest Angel in the kingdom of heaven.
My sincere condolences to Suzanne and the entire family and his family in blue
Bill Tullock
April 26, 2025
In addition to being a "Shirt Tail" relative, Phil was a colleague and good friend. We had the pleasure of working together for 25 years. His devotion to his Country and Community were 2nd to none. My thanks to Suzanne and his family for sharing him with all of us!
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