Obituary of Bernard Philhower

Bernard "Bernie" Philhower, 56 Glen Gardner, NJ, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2008 at his home. He was born on January 29, 1952 in Phillipsburg, NJ the son of the late Robert Luther Philhower and the late Gloria C. Fleming Radcliff and stepson of the late Robert F. Radcliff. He was an Auto Body Technician at J&D Auto body in Washington, NJ. Bernie was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting, fishing, and skeet shooting and gardening. He was a member of the NRA and the Changewater Mountain Gun Club. Bernie most of all enjoyed spending time with his loving family. Survivors: Bernie is survived by his wife, Roxann (nee- Weaver) of Glen Gardner; his daughter, Autumn Marie Philhower; his son Travis Carl Philhower both of Glen Gardner, NJ; two sisters, Bonnie Radcliff Popinko and her husband Charles David of Glen Gardner, NJ and Linda Philhower Pfeil and her husband Ronald of Prosper, TX a niece Jillian Elizabeth Magyar and a nephew Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Pfeil of Frisco, TX and a grand nephew Hayden Pfeil. Services: Visitation will be held at DeVoe Funeral Service 136 W. Washington Ave., Washington on Wednesday June 25, 2008 from 10 am to 11 am. Immediately following will be a funeral service at 11:00 am at DeVoe Funeral Services, Inc., 136 W. Washington Ave. NJ 07882 Interment will be at Musconetcong Valley Cemetery, Hampton, NJ. In lieu of flowers donations to the family can be made in c/o of DeVoe Funeral Services, Inc. Online condolences may be expressed at www.devoefuneral.com. Tributes: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: autumn I love you daddy. Doo-Dah -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Roxann and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Bernie was a terrific man whom I enjoyed talking to when I used to go to J & D. Once in a while I would see him at the Quick Check on my way to work and he would always stop for a moment to say hello. He will be sorely missed. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Sincerely, Mandi Groff -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Anand Verma (Andy) Roxy, Autumn, Travis, Zach...and family. I am deeply saddened by our loss. Losing a Best friend like Bernie is the greatest loss of all. I admired him and will always do for his hard work, for being the Best in everything. My prayers are with you all in this difficult time. Have no fear, God is everywhere. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Joanie Musolino To My Roxy, Travis and Autumn... I love you all very much and am thinking of you always, hoping that time will take away all this pain you are feeling now. Joanie xoxo -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Karen E.Hamshar Bernie was indeed a true friend to all. He always showed compassion towards others. He always had a smile on his face when ever I saw him out and about or hard at work at J and D auto body where he was a true proffessional auto body technician. J and D have indeed lost a true friend and a very trust worthy dedicated employee. My heart felt sympsthy goes out to the Philhower family and Bernie's second family at J and D auto body. God bless, Karen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Roxy and Family: You have not been out of my mind since I heard your sad news on Monday. I wish you all the time and space you need to process this sadness. I wish you Peace. Barbara A. Adamski -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Carmen & Cheryl Leggio Roxanne: We were shocked to hear of Bernie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the children at this sad time. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Cheryl DeHart I was shocked and saddened to hear of Bernie's passing. I have so many fun memories of time spent at "aunt glory's" house in my younger years,- so much time spent watching those crazy young couples- Bonnie & Dave, and Bernie & Roxy. I can't believe how fast time passes, and how quickly things change. i am so sorry for your loss, but so happy that Bernie had such a loving family to spend his life with. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Stephen Brzoska Roxann and family Sorry for your loss.will keeep you in my prayers. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rox & Family, Just wanted you to know that you have been uppermost in my thoughts these past few days since I heard your devastating news. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all at this very sad time. Take care. Love, Gaye -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Roxanne and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, my deepest condolences to you all. Roxann Thinking of you at this time of your loss. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Cathy Attridge -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Jean (Sutphen/Vishnesky)Bundy I remember with fondness many NHRHS classes I had with Bernie. We graduated the same year, 1970. . . & I am shocked & saddened to hear of his passing. My heart aches for you all. God Bless. . . Jeanie Bundy -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Much sympathy to JR and Tiffany, and Frank Drake and his family. Love, Aunt Anna -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Anna Drake Much Sympathy in your time of sorrow. to Roxie and Linda Philhower. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------