Philip C. Kemmer, Jr., 56, of Peoria, AZ, passed away on May 3, 2008. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, coach and friend. Surviving Philip are: his wife, Anna; his children and their spouses, Liz John, Christina Matt, and Jennifer Jason; and his grandchildren, Kiley and Nathan. He is also survived by his brother Jim; and sisters Cathy, Janet, and Penny. His family and friends were blessed by his strength of character, and knew him to be kind, compassionate and loving, with a gentle spirit and strong will. He will forever be in our hearts and thoughts. Viewing will be Thursday, May 8th at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ, from 6:00-8:00 pm with Rosary at 7:00 pm. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am on Friday, May 9, 2008 at St. Helen’s Catholic Church, 5501 W. Cholla, Glendale, AZ, with interment following at St. Francis Cemetery.
Asusena Gavino
I cannot believe I just found out that Phil passed away… I am so sad by this he was a great man who was very stronged will but very kind hearted and protected me as one of his own daughters…
Thomas M. Sieg
Dear Anna,
I am sorry that I did not have the opportunity to come to Phil’s memorial service and funeral. I owe a big debt of gratitude for what he and your father allowed me to do while I was in college. Phil, Blue Ribbon Bolt, and Custom Bolt Manufacturing Company helped me to be the man I am today.
I really liked Phil, and I was always sad that I had to leave Custom Bolt in order to become a CPA.
Carol and I are still married, and we have a 15 year old son named Patrick.
I hope you and your family are doing well.
Tom
Phyllis Reynolds
Dear Anna, I left your family so many years ago that you probably don’t even remember me. And it’s more than OK if you don’t. I am so sorry to read of the passing of your husband, almost 3 years ago now. I remember Phil as being so sweet and funny and the coolest of dads to your little girls in 1981.
Blessings to you, Anna, and everyone else in the Sanchez family.
Phyllis Reynolds