1947
2012
Philip Hugh Hirrel June 2, 1947 - October 4, 2012 Philip Hugh Hirrel, 65, passed away peacefully at home in Bakersfield, California Thursday, October 4, 2012 surrounded by his family. Philip was born June 2, 1947 to Philip and Elizabeth (Moran) Hirrel in Boston, Massachusetts, the oldest of 9 children. Philip grew up in Tujunga, California and graduated from Saint Francis High School in La Canada, California in 1965. Philip was a veteran of the Vietnam War and proudly served for 5 years in the U.S. Army as a helicopter pilot with an honorable discharge in 1972. Philip's employment in the oil industry as Store Manager and Instrument Technician with TOTCO relocated him and his family from Ventura to Bakersfield in 1978. He laid roots in Bakersfield and began a 20 year career as a mechanic in the field of refrigeration and plant maintenance for Sun Pacific Cold Storage and General Mills. Philip enjoyed working with his hands and spent his free time building and fixing things. His hobbies included sailing, skiing, playing pool and working on his 1972 Camaro. He always enjoyed a cold beer and warm conversation with friends. A beloved father, grandfather, son and brother, Philip, is survived by his three daughters Brandy Hirrel of Bakersfield, Dawn Brown and husband Joseph Brown of Canyon Country, Sherry Gladin and husband Lee Gladin of Bakersfield; grandchildren Gavin, Zoe, Gabriel and Ryder; mother of his children Terry Perry; siblings Bernie Hirrel, Richard Hirrel, Neil Hirrel, Mary Ann Bennett, Ellen Hajjali and Elizabeth Dolan; long-term friend Neta Richardson. He was preceded in death by his parents Philip and Elizabeth Hirrel; siblings John Hirrel and Cathy Jones. A viewing will be held on Sunday, October 14th, 1:00 - 5:00 pm at Mish Funeral Home for friends and family. Philip will be laid to rest at Bakersfield National Cemetery in a private ceremony.
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June 21, 2015
Hello,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Philip. I do hope all of the family are okay and doing well. Thinking of all of you.
Marcia M Mitrano
October 20, 2012
Leo Hirrel
My sympathies and best wishes,
October 14, 2012
Brandy, Dawn, and Sherry,
We were sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. I know that you girls have been involved in his care for some time and I am sure he was grateful for your care. Cherish your memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Gail Dumble
October 12, 2012
Sylvia Sweet
My thoughts and prayers are with you Brandy, Dawn and Sherry and your families. Your days will get better. I love you very much.
October 10, 2012
Ellen Hajjali
Thank you ladies for taking such good care of my brother in his final days. We are all so proud of you for providing a respectable end to his life. For this I am eternally grateful!
October 10, 2012
Terry Perry
I have many wonderful, treasured memories of our life and our children. One truly great person has joined our heavenly father. I know these past few weeks have been difficult, but Brandy, Dawn and Sherry - you took great care of your father, he is surely very proud.
October 9, 2012
Vera Hirrel
My condolences to all of Phil's family and friends. He was a good guy and a nice brother in law
October 9, 2012
Mary McGee
October 9, 2012
dana sue carlson
you will be missed your in my prayers always love dana sue
October 9, 2012
dana sue carlson
you will be missed phill . we have been friends for so many years your funny and speical person to me love you phill we all will miss you xoxoxo
love your friend forever
dana sue carlson
October 9, 2012
sarah dolan
Love you, Uncle Phil...and will always remember your wonderful smile :)
October 9, 2012
Elizabeth Dolan
We'll miss him. He was a good big brother. Hugs and kisses to all the family. Betsy
October 8, 2012
Joseph & Trina Mullarney
October 8, 2012
Jimmy Sweet
Brandy, Dawn and Sherry:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Treasure the memories of your dad.
October 7, 2012
Terry Perry
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