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Phillip Koerner Obituary
Phillip R. Koerner (Flip), passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 5th at the age of 57. He was born on June 13th, 1956, to the late Anne and Matt Koerner, the youngest of 12 children. Father to Angela and Bryan Koerner, grandfather to Kaden and Urijah, sons of Angela, and the best of "buds" to Keaghan.
He is survived by family members, Lucille Edwards, Frank (Judy) Koerner, Sharon (Joe) Kryszak, Chris (Don) Laeyendecker, Norma (Dennis) Troudt, Vicki (Steve) Loehning, Debbie Koerner Slomski, godfather to Jennifer DeCaro(Finder), a very near and dear friend of 19 years to Cindy Pedersen, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Audrey (Koerner) Westphal and brothers, Mike (Carp) and Stephen (Coon) Koerner, and his loyal dog "Ellie".
Flip's passions were fishing, playing his harmonica, riding his motorcycle, and belonging to the D.C. Eagles of Wisconsin motorcycle club. He will be greatly missed by many people.
A celebration of Flip's life will be held for family and friends on March 23rd at 3 p.m. at The Reunion Station located at 293 S. Green Bay Rd., in Neenah.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Koerner
Jodi Wooding (Olson)
August 25, 2014
Flip - wow I didn't remember that nickname - been gone too long. Ended up naming my son after you - we were good friends once. Thinking of you makes me smile mister!! See you again someday.
July 31, 2014
Miss you every day brother till we meet again.love you, your body guard sista
March 22, 2014
To sad to see you left this world to soon. All the Koerners including you, made me feel like family through out many years. So sorry to the whole Koerner family. R.I.P Phil. Diane Richardson
DeeDee
March 16, 2014
Uncle Phil,
Gone far too soon ! I will never forget how sweet you were to me when I couldn't stop staring at you after noticing for the first time that your eyes were as blue as my Dads' ! Thank you for a lifetime of memories !
I love you !
Kelly Piper
March 16, 2014
Rest in Peace Phil. you have been a family friend for 40 years, you will be missed.
March 15, 2014
Been out of state working and didn't know of this until today. Sorry to hear of your passing brother...until we ride again!
Nora and Doug
March 15, 2014
We are so sorry to learn of Phil's death. A friend since grade school he will be dearly missed...condolences to his family.
Rhonda @Safari
March 15, 2014
Phill It has been awhile sense we have seen each other. Automatic Slims days. I can see you sitting at the end of the bar. With your bandana around your head and your long hair hanging out. I think I might have braided it for you once or twice. I remember you loved fishing and you and Cindy were always together. ??Peace and love be with you in your next journey ever after. Namaste
Wade Denman
March 14, 2014
It's been a long time, but I feel a deep loss. I learned a lot growing up with Phil. He was truly one of a kind. Tons of excellent memories going through my head. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Remembering the good times...
Jimmer
March 14, 2014
R.I.P Brother going to miss seeing you out at the club house and partying with you luv ya BRO
March 14, 2014
Way too young. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Rod Bennetts
Carol Arnold-Bennetts
Sue Boushley-Bennetts
March 13, 2014
Dear Flip,
R.I.P. my brother, We really tore up this town! I love you and your family. You guys always made me feel like the 13th child of your family. Even though we didn't share the same blood, you have been more of a family to me than my own. For this I will always be grateful.
Love,
Dinger
Mykle Reagan
March 13, 2014
Mabey in another life
I can find you there
Pulled away befor your time
I can't deal it's so unfair
It feels like Heaven's so far away
The world has grown cold
Now that you've gone away.
Until we meet again my Brother
and The crack of our pipes will fill the sky with thunder. I love you Flip! RIP Bro until we meet again. Ride on!!!!
Dinger Aldinger
March 13, 2014
Flip, R.I.P. Brother. We really tore this town up! I love you and your entire family. You guys always made me feel like the 13th child. Even though we didn't share the same blood, you always were always more of a family to me than my own. For that, I will be forever grateful.
Love to you all,
Dinger
March 13, 2014
Dont really have the words right now. I am still numb! I still cant except the fact that you are no longer here. You were a "huge" part of my life and always will be. No matter where I go or what I do I will take you, your laughter, your little "one liners" with me. You are not far from my heart or my thoughts. I love you Philip Robert!!!!!
Marv
March 13, 2014
A lot of years a lot of laughs a lot fun, thanks for the memories Brother!
dave johnson
March 13, 2014
words will never say how much you will be missed. love you brother!!!!!!!!!!!
March 13, 2014
So you think you think you left us? Your sprit will always be with us.so some hot summer night when am out riding I'll hear your laugh and just smile.rip flip
Pete van linn
Russ & Bridget Hinz
March 13, 2014
Forever remembered. Rest in peace.
Terry & Trish Northwood
March 13, 2014
To the Koerner Family. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers over the loss of our cousin, Flip.
Rose Fischer (Hawkinson)
March 13, 2014
Phill!!! Gone too soon. Grew up with you and have many fond memories of you and your family. My heart goes out to everyone in the Koerner family. RIP, and watch over all of us.
Debi Perrault
March 12, 2014
Sorry for your loss....
March 12, 2014
It's hard to believe your not here. You always had my back as a big brother and stepped in at the right time in life. Say hi to Micky S. & Coon for me! I bet there isn't a dull moment where you guys are right now!
Jody V
March 12, 2014
Flip was the first person to teach me how to bend notes on harmonica. Every time I bend that note on the 2 hole I think of him. Save me a good seat at that heavenly jam. RIP
Doreen Koerner-Gill
March 12, 2014
Rest in peace Uncle.
Kevin Piper
March 12, 2014
I can't believe this, I am devastated. We were best friends. We grew up together and did everything together. So many years together, the majority of my whole lifes memories are of us. We got separated for a while but I never thought I would never see you again. I love you and will miss you forever. This is the saddest day of my life.
chris and dawn evenson/kujawa
March 12, 2014
A fond friend from the days of Jake and Elwoods (aka Automatic Slim's). Guess heaven needed a blues harp player.
your friend
March 12, 2014
I'd be willing to bet your still not sleeping have fun be free say hi to all our lost friends love you and see you soon enough
March 12, 2014
We will miss you dearly. You were loved by many.
Squat N Tresa
Corey Wasinger
March 12, 2014
Sorry to hear about this. My prayers go out to the family and friends that are affected by Flips passing.
BROOKSY
March 12, 2014
RIP Phil,
Leeann
March 12, 2014
37 years a friend. RIP. Flip
Angie Johnson
March 12, 2014
Flip (aka Uncle Philly Bob)
I say rest in peace knowing that you may very well not be resting but chatting it up with all the fallen brothers and sisters we have lost along the way! So many memories will be cherished by me and the kids. I will share them as long as my days and your memory will live on! See you on the other side..
Suicide & Banana Kaufman
March 12, 2014
We'll Remember You Always...R.I.P.
March 12, 2014
Deep Sympathies to Angie & Bryan and the entire Family...Sorry for your loss Debbie Slomski, He will be missed by so many....Banana
Suicide Kaufman
March 12, 2014
Flip R.I.P., Ride with Brothers In Heaven, I'll See You When It's My Time...Suicide
opal sheprow
March 12, 2014
Rip uncle
Deryl Baranczyk
March 12, 2014
I just wanna say to the Koerner family I am so sorry for your family lost. Phillip was a good childhood friend of mine and he was a very nice person to know and fun to be around with. He always had a smile on his face when I seen him last.
Barb Beaudry (cousin)
March 11, 2014
I was so sorry to learn of Phil's passing. My heart goes out to his children and his family. May God hold you in the comfort of His arms.
Shantel
March 11, 2014
You have touched so many lives in so many ways. You will be missed and remembered by all who knew you!! Rest and ride in peace Flip!
PUD
March 11, 2014
The energy of the spirit never dies. We will cross paths again. See you then - friend !
PUD
March 11, 2014
The energy of the spirit never dies. We will cross paths again. See you then - friend !
March 11, 2014
Rest in peace Phil.
Mona
Menasha Girl
March 11, 2014
Hade a crush on you in high school. It must have been the long hair and sweet smile. Have not seen you since then but have thought about you. Take rest....
Linda Dayot (Duford)
March 11, 2014
Rest in Peace Philip. Say hi to Steve from me.
Billy(Stitch) MFFM
March 11, 2014
RIP Brother you will be missed by many!
Luna
March 11, 2014
know i will always love you an cherish the time we spent together i miss you so much ur laugh an smile..u meant so much to me an even tho it pains me ur no longer w. us im so happy i got to b a part of ur life..i love you an miss you Flip love u always n forever...make sure u take a ride up there an no pink backpacks u have my heart always
Geno n shelly
March 11, 2014
Miss u already - peace to you
Cindy Korth
March 11, 2014
There's a bar.. it's called Heaven. Many a cool people will be waiting for you. Warm up that harmonica. Love you Flip. Thanks for the memories.
Roy & Cindy
Stretch
March 11, 2014
R.I.p. my friend you were one of a kind and will be dearly missed!
Cheryl Wanty
March 11, 2014
So sad...Rest in Peace Phil
Shawn "Skully" Kempf
March 11, 2014
Ride In Peace Flip. In the short time we knew each other you made me feel like family. You will be dearly missed by all who we're fortunate enough to have met you.
Terri
March 11, 2014
Please say hello to your mom ,dad, sister and brothers for me. Could you please let Steve know what a great son he has and how he is missed so much? I'm sorry that you had to leave everyone so soon. Have a great life in Heaven.
Amanda Heyn
March 11, 2014
Rest in peace Flip. You will never be forgotten. Thoughts,prayers and love go out to Angie and Bryan during this time.
Randy Pontow
March 11, 2014
I'm going to miss you Phil. Even though life led us in different directions you were always my best friend.
Lu Westenberger
March 11, 2014
We will miss you and love you all throughout our days. My heart goes out to the entire family.
March 11, 2014
Flipsicle R.I.P. my dear brother. You will be missed but never forgotten!
Miss Emerson (Heidi)
Emily Wettstein
March 11, 2014
Sending my <3 Bryan and Angie!! Thinking of you both during this tough time....
Donna F
March 11, 2014
RIP Phil. You were my first crush so many years ago and have always held a special place in my heart Gone too soon . God needed another angel and you were selected. Be at peace and watch over us all.
Dan Koerner
March 11, 2014
I only got to meet you a couple times but you were a stellar guy both times and it's a bummer you're gone. Rest in peace Flip!
Pepper
March 11, 2014
Thank you for your kind words and support. You have been an amazing friend to the both of us. Your spirit will live on in the stories that we share about you "Flip", for you will never be forgotten.
your friend
March 11, 2014
Bet u have umbrellas in all ur fruity drinks now I love u be free
Heidi Reagan
March 11, 2014
God bless and speed to Phil, his family and friends. He is loved and missed by so many. We will always remember him for his kind nature, his sense of humor, his quick wit with word play, the way he always showed what a true friend and brother meant, and above all how fortunate we were to have him in our lives. Our lives are richer having been a part of his.
fluffy
March 11, 2014
Rip flip I love ya and will always b in my heart
Byron (Barney) Kopitzke
March 11, 2014
Rest In Peace Flip will never forget the great times spent with you..
March 11, 2014
R.I.P.
March 11, 2014
My sympathy goes out to the family. I always heard the best things about him from my brother Allan. Allan sends his condolences, and will always have wonderful memories of their years of friendship.
Joyce Meyer
Allan Piette
March 11, 2014
"PEACE" is all you will feel now.
Always, Julie Heindl
(JEWELS)
Ginger Holm
March 11, 2014
R.I.P. Flip. You will be missed and never forgotten. Much Love Dave and Ginger
March 11, 2014
God bless you Phil...I know Heaven will be the best of what you had here on Earth and more!
Mark and Sue Ellis
Tommy B
March 11, 2014
Flip will be missed. Condolences to all who knew him. I will always remember him. RIP
FROG DCE M/C
March 11, 2014
Flip WAS the guy that actually would give you the shirt off His back. I'm honored to have been His friend & Brother and only wish He would have been able to stay much longer. This world's loss, is Heavens gain. Till we ride together again...your Brother Frog & "T" Seebantz
John DeCaro
March 11, 2014
Now you can ride year round, Love Ya & Miss Ya!
Your brother, Doc
larry delano
March 11, 2014
flip you will always be a dogtown brother. we will miss you. the Delano brothers.
Banana
March 11, 2014
Phil "Flip" Koerner YOU will be missed by many...R.I.P. Brother. You were My Great Friend. And I Loved You...Banana
March 11, 2014
R.I.P. Phil "Flip" Koerner
You were a Great Friend and a Brother to me. YOu will be missed...Now go ride with the rest of Your Brothers in Heaven....Banana & Suicide
Skittles
March 11, 2014
Missing you dearly "Flip"
Skittles
March 11, 2014
Who will I bring more candy bars too, or cookies??? It is with such great sorrow that you are gone, but know you will forever be in my heart. The memories we all have shared will live on until we all meet again...You were a great man to your brothers and everyone around you....Love always Skittles
Tracy
March 11, 2014
RIP phil
March 11, 2014
RIP Philly Bob. JJ Toby n Jade
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