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Philip Thomas Carey II

Philip Thomas Carey II obituary

Philip Carey Obituary

Philip "Phil" Thomas Carey II passed away on Thursday, April 19th, 2012 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on September 8th, 1939 in Dorchester, MA.
Phil moved to Yuma in 1971, where he was a crop duster for Western Farms and Arizona Ag. Phil was also a pilot for Western Newspapers for many years. He was a strong family man who loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Phil is survived by his children, Philip (Regina), Camey (Casey) Nelson and Rane Danielsen; his friend Kat Summerchild; his seven grandchildren and by his brother and sisters.
A celebration of life will be held On April 28th, 2012 at 5:30 at the Montoya residence, 1731 S. 9th Ave.

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Published by Yuma Sun on Apr. 24, 2012.

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May 5, 2012

Remembering you everyday. I miss you Phil.

April 29, 2012

Remembering you

Colleen Langewisch

April 29, 2012

Dear Rane, Camey & Family, Tippy & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. The first thing that comes to mind when I think of your dad is his sense of humor. My condolences also to Marvin - you were such a good friend to Phil. RIP Phil Carey.

elizabeth lazalde

April 28, 2012

In the short time we knew you we will remember you always. love you

marvin tipton

April 28, 2012

we always rememer your sense of humor el dudorino

April 26, 2012

There are no words to express the loss of a parent and none at all at the loss of your best friend. The time was great for over 30 years and those times will live on forever. Till we meet again buddy, Everett

Andy Reyes

April 26, 2012

I remember working with Phil a few yrs back. He was a good man full of energy. It saddens me to know of his passing. I will always keep you dear to my heart.

Marla Baxley

April 26, 2012

Philip was a wonderful friend. He even let me sit shotgun in the WNI plane.
Phil is such a special person and easy to
talk to about anything without judgement.
Philip Thomas Carey II, Heaven Father has a special plan for you,
I love you and will miss you, Marla Baxley

April 26, 2012

Philip was a wonderful friend. He even let me sit shotgun in the WNI plane.
Phil is such a special person and easy to
talk to about anything without judgement.
Philip Thomas Carey II, Heaven Father has a special plan for you,
I love you and will miss you, Marla Baxley

marsha & Austin williams

April 26, 2012

Tippy and family, my prayers are with you in this time of your loss. God Bless you and your family.

Kat Summerchild

April 26, 2012

A bright light in my life has been extinguished. I love you. I miss you.
Fly free, dear Phil.

Sharon Stumpp

April 25, 2012

I miss you already Phil. I will always remember you and stopping to see you in Tacna on my way to Phoenix. You were a great and loyal friend.

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