October 24, 1956 ~ April 10, 2019
Philip R. Anderson, 62, of Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2019. Born October 24, 1956 Phil was the son of the late, Paul R. Anderson and Mary P. (Smith) Anderson; his mother survives and resides in Indianapolis.
He worked in material handling at Schuster’s Block Company for many years; after retirement, he worked in construction with his son-in-law for a number of years. He was a member of University Heights Christian Church. Phil enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping or anything outdoors. Most recently, he enjoyed playing cards and NASCAR. Most of all, Phil was a loving son, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.
He was also preceded in death by his sister, Carolyn S. Clements.
Other survivors include his daughter, Nicole R. (Chris) Brinkmann of Martinsville; his brother, Michael R. (Janet) Anderson of Indianapolis; two sisters, Linda K. (Robert) Yanes of Indianapolis and Wanda J. (William) Hudgins of Bainbridge, Indiana; and three grandchildren, Abby, Christopher, and Brianna.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate the life of Phil Anderson from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, 2019 in the Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis. The funeral service will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 15, 2019 in the funeral home. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. Visit www.OrileyFuneralHome.com where you may express online condolences to Phil’s family.
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Phil was a blast to be around, always made you laugh..ߘ” Always reminded us of Dale Earnhardt.. Our prayers go out to his family, so sorry Nicole and Chris
He was a good man and more of a dad to me than an uncle most of the time,he could walk into a room and make anyone smile I love you Uncle Phil and I will miss you so much I will see you on the other side.
sorry for your loss
A loving brother, who cared about family. He cared for mom for a long time. He loved his children and grandchildren. You will be missed. Michael Anderson
I remember many years ago when we were kids he would come down to Tennessee for a few weeks and we would get out in the woods and swing on grapevine play in the creek didn’t realize what good times they were funny how life just gets away from you and you just keep putting things off thinking you have lots of time i regret not keeping in touch ut i will remember those good times Philip you will be missed CHARLES Smith
I remember playing hide and seek in the hse and him hiding me on top of frigerator i scared my mom everyone was looking for awhile for me couldnt find me then i reached down and touched mom scared the life out of ger
Good ole Papa Phil . He wss a great man. Loved his Nicole and them grand babies . Rest in Heaven kind Sir. Love Ken Trena & Kyndall
My dad was one of a kind, definitely life of the party. He lived with us since December and I’m so glad we got to spend this time with him. He definitely loved spending time with his grandkids and watching spongebob. We are going to really miss him!ߒ”
I am truly sorry for your loss. One day very soon God promises to wipe our every tear (Rev. 21:3,4). Until that time he provides comfort through prayer and his word the Bible (Psalm 34:18).