ENGLISH PHILIP F

WO1 Philip F English was a VHPA member who died after his tour in Vietnam on 11/09/2024 at the age of 81.8
Thorndale, TX
Flight Class 66-13
Date of Birth 02/08/1943
Served in the U.S. Army
Served in Vietnam with 611 TC CO in 64-65, 281 AHC in 66-67
Call sign in Vietnam FANG 8
This information was provided by Son

More detail on this person: Philip loved skiing and cooking. As a boy, he was a member of the Boy Scouts. He graduated in 1961 from Eldorado High School. On April 10, 1964, Philip enlisted in the US Army. He retired as a CW3 on May 31,1986. During his faithful service, he served two tours in Vietnam and received many medals, including Vietnam Service Medal with 4 Bronze Service Stars, Master Army Aviator Badge, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Silver Star. A cherished part of his story is the dog, Thunder, he brought back from Vietnam, a loyal companion who held a special place in his heart. He often joked that the details were classified, saying, "If I tell you, I'll have to kill you," a testament to his playful spirit, but I think he was serious!!! He retired again as a chief test pilot at DynCorp after leaving the Army. He married Mona Tharp in 1969 in Mineral Wells, Texas. Together, they had four children, Clint, Donnie, Stephanie and Jeanette. In his final days, he longed to return to the country home he shared with his late wife. Each room held echoes of their laughter and love, a sanctuary of cherished memories. As he stepped into the familiar space, he felt her presence in the gentle rustle of leaves and the warmth of the setting sun. It was here, surrounded by the essence of their life together, that he wished to find peace and reunion in spirit. Mr. English passed away on November 9, 2024, at his home in Thorndale, Texas. Philip was preceded in death by his wife, Mona S. English on December 22, 2009, a son, Donald Lynn English on June 20, 1998, and a daughter, Jeanette Bryer on October 24, 2014, and a brother, Steven English. Left to cherish his memories are his son, Clint English, a daughter, Stephanie English; a sister, Sherry (Ron) Raley; brother in law and sister in law: Mickey and Beni Tharp, grandchildren; Tracy Grosz, Jessica Gibbons, Tyler Helmandollar, Austin English, Ben Heeme, Tara Cavazos, Christopher Garbe, Karyngten Jones, numerous great grandchildren. Memorial service with full military honors for CW3 Philip Faunce English, III will be Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 10 am at Crawford Bowers Funeral Home, 1615 S. Fort Hood St., Killeen,

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