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Philip Mulroe Obituary
Philip Daniel Mulroe of Portage, Indiana passed away at age 74. Phil was born and raised in Gary, Indiana. He graduated from Andrean High School in 1967.
Phil took great pride in serving as a Marine during the VietNam War. He received an associate's degree from Lewis University and a bachelor's degree from Indiana University Northwest in Public and Environmental Affairs.
Phil was a dedicated firefighter of 43 years working for the fire departments of the City of Gary, the City of Portage, and US Steel as well as volunteering at Burns Harbor. Phil was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Hobart, Indiana.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip Derig and Mary Dawn Mullroe, and in laws Edward and Grace Nelson. Phil is survived by his wife; Terri (nee Nelson) in addition to their two sons and their families; Philip Edward, his wife Kristin, along with their two children; Philip Ryder and Hannah. Brendan Daniel, his wife Colleen, along with their two children; Martin and McClane. Siblings; Peg (Lou) O'Drobinak, Mary Mulroe, Mike (Debbie) Mulroe, Karen (John) Mummery, and Kevin (Joni) Mulroe. Brothers-in-law; Tom (Pam) Nelson, Tim (Nancy) Nelson, Ted (Leslie) Nelson, sister-in-law; Tammy (Skip) Drahman, uncle; Daniel (Beverly) McLeod, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be at Burns Funeral Home 701 East 7th Street Hobart, Indiana 46342 Thursday August 29, 2024, 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Funeral service Friday, August 30, 2024 10:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church 900 Luther Drive Hobart, Indiana 46342. Internment at Graceland Cemetery 1505 Morthland Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Firefighter Cancer Support Network www.firefightercancersupport.org or Trinity Lutheran Church Hobart www.trinityhobart.org
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Tom Shine
September 14, 2024
I am so sorry to learn this sad news. I had just spoken to Phil on the phone a week or so prior, and we were looking forward to catching up on old times. I'll always remember him as "Phantom Phil." Deepest sympathies to Phil's family.
George waddell
August 29, 2024
So sorry to hear of Phil's passing. I worked with him over the years at PFD and he was one of the best.He will missed.
Patricia Mason
August 29, 2024
Extending my condolences to Mary, a previous coworker, I remember how important your family is to you and am sure this is a very difficult time for you. Please know I am thinking about you and you are in my prayers.
Bill Celorio
August 29, 2024
Extending prayers and condolences to the Mulroe family in this time of sorrow.
Tom Spychalski
August 29, 2024
Terri, Phillip and Brendan: Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved husband and father. I was honored to have served with Phil during his career at U. S. Steel. Phil was the consummate professional. Always calm in crisis, but precise, efficient and courageous in response to incidents of fire, hazmat and medical emergencies. May Our Lord embrace Phil into His Kingdom of Heaven and grant each of you comfort and peace knowing what a fine man was your husband and father. Tom Spychalski. Bridgman, MI.
Kevin Boone
August 28, 2024
So very sorry to hear of Philip´s passing. He was always so very friendly and a good friend.
Teri Kopil
August 27, 2024
To Kevin and Karen and the entire Mulroe family, my sincerest sympathy in this time of sorrow. May you be comforted by your love and the memories of times shared together. May God grant Philip eternal rest and mercy. May He give you strength and peace in the days ahead.
Chuck Kukelka
August 27, 2024
I'am so sorry to hear of Philips passing, we were in grade school and high school together. My mother and his mother were good friends. We also played grade school football together, Phil was a good friend, may he rest in peace!
Dave & Kathy Lasayko
August 26, 2024
Rest in the Peace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Phil. You were a good neighbor and a good friend. We will always remember you as our neighbor the fireman. Kathy and I extend our sincerest sympathies to Teri and family. May the Lord be with you and grant you, His Peace.
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