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Philip Ragan Obituary
Horseheads,NY - Philip J. Ragan, age 68 passed away Saturday, February 29, 2020 at home. Phil was born in Rahway, NJ on January 29, 1952 to the late Joseph and Helen Spoonhour Ragan. He enjoyed spending time with his beloved family and is survived by his loving wife, Roxanne of 44 years, sons Philip Jr (Krista), Matthew (Amber) and Brandon (Amanda) Ragan. He loved his six adorable grandchildren that called him "Papa" Kendall, Caidence, Olivia, Emily, Luca and Parker Ragan. Sisters Geralyn (Donald) Wheaton of Horseheads, NY and Faye Bricker of Chambersburg, PA. Several nieces, nephews, cousins , and a host of caring friends. Phil graduated from Elmira Free Academy, Class of 1971 and worked in management at the Red Barn Restaurants for 20+ years. He retired from The Hilliard Corporation after 18 years working in Engineering Sales. Phil also started TireJect, which is a family business. Phil was an avid deer hunter and enjoyed several years of go-kart racing with his 3 sons. Phil and Roxanne enjoyed special trips to Hawaii, Alaska, Yellowstone National Park, Mt. Rushmore and family vacations to the Outer Banks. For the last four winters they have been Florida snow birds. Phil's Family will receive friends from 1-2 PM on Friday March 6 , 2020 at Victory Highway Wesleyan Church 150 Victory Highway Painted Post, NY. A Celebration of Phil's Life will follow calling hours at 2 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to VisitCarefirstny.org (click the red donate button), Guthrie.org/giving-online-guthrie or Victory Highway Wesleyan Church. Words of Condolence and Memories may be shared at www.lynchsfuneralhome.com . Arrangements are entrusted to the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS,NY.
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Brenda Bobby
March 6, 2020
Roxanne, We are so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hugs my friend.
Bill and Brenda Bobby
March 6, 2020
Roxanne, Sharon and I have just learned of the passing of Phil. We always enjoyed seeing him when he came to the office. We send our deepest sympathies to you and the family.
Dr. Dan and Sharon Lodico.
Cheryl Ball
March 6, 2020
Roxanne & Family,
So very sorry for the loss of your dearest Phil. I first met him as a boss', at the Red Barn. Then Ray & I both always enjoyed seeing you both thru the years at Spike's gatherings. Lean on loved ones to get you through. Thinking of you.
Ray & Cheryl Ball
jr wolfe
March 6, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Phil Ragan, Rest In Peace
Sharon and Doug Tazelaar
March 6, 2020
Wish we could be there to somehow comfort you. Blessings to Roxanne, the children and extended family. We will think of Phil whenever the Crocus and Daffodils bloom and hold a place in our hearts to remember the happy times we shared together.
Evanna Koska
March 6, 2020
Dear Roxanne, please accept my deepest condolences. I hope you will find some measure of peace and comfort in the love of family and friends that surrounds you now. I heard something once that settled so well into my heart that I offer it to you in this moment; you will know your healing is beginning when thoughts of Phil bring smiles to your lips before the tears reach your eyes. All my heartfelt sympathies to you and your entire family. Love, Evanna
Connie Granger
March 5, 2020
Roxanne I am so sorry and saying Prayers for you and your family. I didn't ever get to meet your husband. You all are in my heart with much love. Keep all your good memories in your heart and pull them out when you need them. Love you Connie.
Mary Mortimer Manoogian
March 5, 2020
To Roxanne and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of Phil. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Phil was an awesome guy and well liked by everyone. I'll never forget Red Barn , where Gary Mortimer, my ex husband, and Phil worked together. They were great memories.
Remember the great memories. Roxanne, you and Phil are special people.
Evelyn and Jim Laskaris
March 5, 2020
Dear Roxanne, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad and difficult time. We're sorry we can't join you tomorrow in celebration of Phil's life but know that we are thinking of you and your family and sending hugs your way from the Laskaris family.
Alissa Faber
March 4, 2020
Roxanne and family...
My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your entire family during this difficult time. I was only there a few times to help care for him. I will always remember that he wanted me to laugh when I got there so he could recognize me and that I had been there before to visit him. Rest In Peace my friend, until we meet again and share laughs!
yvonne pryslopski
March 4, 2020
he will be missed by so many people. my thoughts and prayers are with roxanne and the boys and the rest of the family. i worked for him at enrico's pizza. his family lived next to us in catlin and i watch his boys for years.
Carol Winch Houssock
March 4, 2020
He grew up near me, was a year behind me in school, but I always liked Philip (a regular at my father's grocery store!). After moving back to the area I'd often run in to him at Weis on our lunch hours. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Jean Sawyer
March 4, 2020
Dear Roxanne, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family, for the loss of your husband. May you find comfort in your family and memories, during this difficult time.
Debra Buckley
March 4, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss Roxanne. Phil was such a super guy and a pleasure to work with these past few years. We will all miss him very much.
Deb Buckley and the Staff at Corning Mini Storage
JoAnn and Rick Swan
March 4, 2020
Roxy, I am so sorry for your loss. Know that we are thinking about you at this most difficult time.
Marty Ennulat
March 4, 2020
I met Phil 35 years ago. He was many things to me; Boss, mentor, friend, and family. I will always credit Phil for showing me the path to finding Jesus in my life. Thank you for welcoming me into your family, for teaching me about business, for sharing your love for racing, and for listening when I needed a friend. Rest easy Phil, your pain is no more. My sincerest condolences go out to Roxanne, JR, Matt and Brandon and their beautiful families.
March 3, 2020
Roxanne and family...our deepest sympathy for your loss.....Gary and Peggy Comfirt
Judy and
March 3, 2020
Prayers to Phil family. he loved you all very much as we saw in our friend each time we were with Roxanne and him.
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