Phillip M. West
March 1, 1944 ~ October 23, 2020
Phillip M. West, 76, of Brown County passed away from this life at 9:20 a.m., Friday October 23, 2020 at Columbus Regional Hospital with his children by his side.
Phillip was born March 1, 1944 in Columbus, Indiana, the son of Michael H. and Viola M. Hobson West. On April 22, 2002 Phillip married the love of his life, Sharon Everroad. She preceded him in death on February 2, 2018. Phillip went to work for Arvin Industries at the age of 17. He retired in April 2010 after nearly 50 years of service. After retirement, Phillip owned and operated The Sandwich Shop for several years. He was currently working at Abe Martin Lodge in Brown County State Park. He attended Columbus Free Methodist Church and enjoyed bowling at Columbus Bowling Center.
Survivors include his daughter Kimberly (Bill) Hodapp, with whom he resided and his son Kenneth M. West, both of Brown County. Step-daughter Amy (James) Barrier and step-son Andy (Amanda Gates) Everroad, both of Columbus. Three brothers, Charles Hobson of Columbus, James (Helen) West and Moe (Janet) West, both of Brown County. A sister-in-law Judy (Cooley) West of Worthington, Indiana. He is also survived by several step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his wife Sharon (Everroad) West, his parents, his brother Roger L. West and his sister in-law Bernice Hobson.
A celebration of Phillip’s life will be at 4:00 p.m. Friday, October 30, 2020 at the Jewell – Rittman Family Funeral Home with the Rev. Luke Maggard officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00 until time of services Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Garland Brook Cemetery.
Jewell – Rittman Family Funeral Home would like to thank everyone in advanced for wearing masks and practicing social distancing while attending gatherings.
Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice of charities.
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Sorry for the loss of a wonderful friend n co worker. If I was sad he would always cheer me up. Heaven has gained a wonderful angel. Phillip u will surely be missed.
You were always a straight shooter and that was one thing I always respected about you. You always showed your love for your family and friends. You will be missed by so many people. You made your place in this world and now it’s time to get your reward and walk beside òur Savior and I know your smiling because all your worries are over. You will be missed.
I love you Uncle Phillip. Rest in Heaven. Your Niece, Deedee <3
I’m so sorry Kenny and Kim, I thought a lot of your dad. We always had some good conversations. He will be missed.
My prayers for the family
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort for all of you.🙏
So sorry for those left behind. I will pray for your comfort as I have been comforted many times in the past. Phillip was an outgoing kind and considerate member of our family and we will miss him.
God bless Kenny & Kimberly! God bless the West family!
I worked with Phil at the lodge and he always made me smile at the end of tough shifts. Rest easy. Love you. 💕
So sorry to hear about phillip.my players are with you all
Sorry to hear about your loss.
I know that it’s been hard for the family during this pandemic. It’s even hard to hear of Phil’s death by the many friends that he has made through the years. I have always liked working for Phillip back in the day. May God bless the family with courage strength during your time of lose!
Mark an Betsy Lambert
My condolences to Kimberly and Kenny. I will miss Phillip. He had a great sense of humor and could tell wonderful stories. He also made wonderful strawberry pies.
Greg Mobley
Sorry for you loss. Phillip will be missed by family and friends and coworkers. Prayers to all for comfort during this time.
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Kim and Kenny, I’m so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was a good man and I really liked working for him and with him. He will be missed.
I have known Phillip for over 25 years. Phillip was a kind man who absolutely loved his family and Nascar. I grew up with his step-son Andy Everroad as he is my bestfriend. I spent many many many nights at Phillip and Sharon’s home. Phillip Andy and I went to quite a few Brickyards over the years and always had a blast! Phillip loved to have his garden-which always was plentiful. Phillip and Sharon always made me feel welcome anytime and I always had a open door policy at their house. He will be sorely missed. Phillip put in over 40 years at Arvin then went on to be a awesome cook at that sandwich shop. Where he always hooked me up and always had me laughing. Rest in peace Phillip you had a significant impact on my life and I will always hold you with high regard.