Name: Visitation for Philip E. Gulgren
Start: 2017-01-08T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-01-08T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Colonial Funeral Home & Crematory

Philip E. Gulgren

Born: April 10, 1956; in Norfolk, VA

Died: January 5, 2017; in McHenry, IL

Philip E. Gulgren, age 60, of Wonder Lake passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at Centegra McHenry surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on April 10, 1956 at the Naval Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia to Eugene and Janet (Rasmussen) Gulgren.

Philip was a member of Crystal Lake Communty High School class of 74. He proudly served in the United States Navy. Philip was a longtime employee of Miller Formless, in McHenry. In his free time he enjoyed working on and restoring his 1963 Ford Econoline which was his pride and joy. Philip always claimed to be, "Fully Krausened" by Old Style.

Philip is survived by his children, Sarah Gulgren (Marc Bowen) and Laura Bergman, Anthony Gulgren and Callie Morris; his grandchildren, Audra Bergman, Evan Lokun, Owen Gulgren and Ivan Morris; his parents; his siblings, Sue (Greg) Danielson, Jane (Greg) Newton and Michael (Tammy) Gulgren; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; as well as his best friend Tom Dayton.

Visitation will take place on Sunday, January 8, 2017 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at Colonial Funeral Home and Crematory 591 Ridgeview Dr. McHenry IL. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to the family.

For more information contact the funeral home at 815-385-0063 or log onto www.colonialmchenry.com

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Published by Northwest Herald on Jan. 7, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
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Kathy and Bill Walsh

April 11, 2017

We haven't seen Phil for a long time but we went to many great parties at the house in Crystal Lake. My husband even got arrested for noise pollution for playing music too loud! Phil was always a lot of fun. He will be missed. I also remembering going to his parents house to play with the twins, they were about three. I laughed so hard because they would play and every time a commercial came on they would both stop and stare until it was over. It was so precious! We hope that your family will remember all the good memories of his life.

Erica Lux

March 25, 2017

I am so sorry for your Loss. Anthony and I send our Love to all the family.

Sandy Pack

January 19, 2017

Phil I am going to miss you alot I will be thinking about you

January 15, 2017

My deepest condolences to family members and friends on Phil's passing.I will cherish his genuine,crazy personality at times,but can truly say he was a diamond in the ruff.Can remember that he could always bring a smile to my face no matter what.His cheery,bubbly attitude speaks for itself.I'm glad to say that that he was a friend growing up in the old CL days.Rest in peace my friend.....again my prayers go out to all family members,so sorry for your loss....

Jim Stowe

January 14, 2017

Aunt Janet & Uncle Gene...I am so sorry to hear about Phil. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and all of the family during this difficult time.I wish I lived closer so I could have attended, please accept my condolences.
Steve Gulgren

January 13, 2017

I knew Phil from High school and remember nothing but fun times with him. The 14-176 house was crazy at times with the music he put on, I'm not sure one could do that today. I worked with him for a couple of years at Mathews company and remember his long hair covered up with a short hair wig!

So sorry to hear of his passing but even heaven will be a better place with him there. My condolences to the family.

Kevin Kaye

Kirk Dawson

January 12, 2017

So sorry for your loss. I did not know Phil well but the times that I did have a chance to be in his company he was always fun and had a great attitude.
God Speed, Phil

January 9, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. Eric and Bev Nelson

Marc Ferguson

January 8, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family at this difficult time. I was a good friend & coworker w/Phil 1978-83 @ Mathews Company in CL. I remember the good times with Phil out at the old house on 14 & 176, he was always welcoming to good company. I will remember Phil as a genuine and fun loving man, Rest In Peace.

Joe and Deb Evanoff

January 8, 2017

When Phil came to our house in his van, he flung the doors opened and he rocked on. He will be missed.

Terri Knaack-Rich

January 7, 2017

So sorry for your loss...The Knaack family (Corky)

Louisa North

January 7, 2017

Our Deepest Condolences!

Louisa & Marty North

Kimberly Henkel

January 7, 2017

You will be missed loving memory by Kimberly Henkel

January 7, 2017

So sorry to hear this. We met Phil at the Broken Oar on Tuesdays Cruise days. There was always good music coming from his van. He never missed a Tuesday and a pot roast dinner. He was known as Pot Roast Phil! He was a good guy and Tuesday at the Oar won't be the same! Suzanne and Steve

Annie Kummerow

January 7, 2017

My heart goes out to you all. I will remember Phil for his contagious smile and always being polite and kind. Please know that I share in your sadness.

Randy McCafferty

January 7, 2017

Rest in Peace, dear cousin. We had a great childhood together, creating wonderful memories. Blessings to all.

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