Philip R. Miceli
August 25, 1940 ~ April 22, 2016
Philip Rosario Miceli, 75, Carmel, passed away Friday, April 22, 2016. He was born on August 25, 1940 in Indianapolis. Phil was a loving husband, a devoted father, a comedic grandfather, and an enthusiastic coach. He proudly served in the US Navy and worked hard for his family. We will all miss him dearly and always carry a part of him in us. He was preceded in death by his parents, Salvatore “Tudie” Miceli and Anna Marie Miceli; his sister, Marie Ann Piazza and her husband, Paul Anthony Piazza. Phil is survived by his wife, Cheryl Ennis Miceli; daughters, Beth Miceli Cooper (Mick), Ann Steele; sons, Salvatore Miceli (Kris), Nicholas Miceli (Lisa McNeese Miceli); grandchildren, Andrew, Gabriella, Bradshaw, Brandon, Philip, Alex, Dominic; and his nephew, Pete Piazza (Sharon). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at 10 a.m. in St. Roch Catholic Church. Visitation will be Wednesday from 3 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. in Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home where morning prayers will be said on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. prior to Mass. Entombment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans at www.dav.org. Online condolences may be shared with the family at orileyfuneralhome.com.
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The last time I spoke to my dad he said, “I’m so proud of you!” This wasn’t new; in fact, he said this to me every single time we talked – regardless of what was going on in my life or in his. That’s the kind of father Phil was; he left such an indelible memory that years ago I wrote a short story about my childhood, inspired by him.
Phil was the cool guy who moved in across the street from my family in Ft. Lauderdale, our families also crossed paths again in Colorado. He had the best smile as you can see in this picture! Love, Hugs and Prayers to you Sherry, Beth, Ann, Sal and Nick! Amy
Sherry and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his arms around you during this time of great pain and sorrow. Blessings to all, Kathi Hahn (Jerry Ennis’ aunt by marriage)
Love and hugs to all. May his memory endure as a blessing.
I’ve always loved Mr. Miceli! Yes, I still refer to him as Mr. Miceli! Even thought I’m 51 years old now, I can’t bring myself to call him Phil……he was the dad of my best friends Beth and Ann, and in my mind we are still those three little girls running barefoot around our Ft. Lauderdal neighborhood and swinging on the tire swing hanging from the Miceli’s huge rubber tree. To me he has always been, and will always be, the super cool dad across the street with endless energy and contagious smile. I send prayers to all who love him. My heart breaks for Mrs. Miceli, Beth, Ann, Sal and Nick…..I love you all. Carol
Amen to my sisters comments. Phil was a high energy guy who loved to play with us all in the street in front of our Ft. Lauderdale homes. Phil, you are greatly missed! He and my dad had a great time then, now they get to see each other again in heaven. Love, Rick
Phil, Sherry and I met when I worked with Phil at a mortgage company in Denver, Colorado, in the mid 1970s. Phil immediately took me under his wing and mentored me in the ways of dealing with the high stress atmosphere we found ourselves in. His patient advice has served me well all the years since. Sherry has become a sister to me and I remember Sal, Nick, Beth and Ann as adorable children surrounded by loving parents. I was so fortunate to share a day with Phil and Sherry four years ago that included a trip up the mountains of Colorado to Breckenridge. I will always treasure the memory of that day full of laughter and love. Phil, you made an indelible mark on my life, thank you. Sherry, I love you as I love my sisters. Sal, Nick, Beth and Ann, you were so very fortunate to have Phil as your father. He will always be with you. To all of you, I hope your pain will lessen and that any memory of him will warm your hearts and give you strength.
Dear Nick, Lisa and your entire family, Sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers. No one has the perfect words to make your sadness go away, but may you find comfort in knowing how many wish they did. Love and Hugs, Mary and Steve Rana
I miss you so much Grandpa. We will always remember you taking your teeth out. <3 Love You, LOVE Gabriella