"I will always remember my cousin Phil for his generous and kind spirit. He tutored me in Math. Without his help, my future success would have been impossible. He will always be missed."
In loving memory of
Philip L. Wichman
January 31, 1945 - January 6, 2025
Philip L. Wichman, 79, passed away during the early morning hours of January 6, 2025. He was born in Washington, January 31, 1945, the son of William J. and Josephine E. (Auberry) Wichman. On August 23, 1969, he married Cynthia D. (Moore) Wichman; and she survives.
A 1963 graduate of Washington Catholic High School, Philip went on to graduate from Purdue University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He later retired from the Naval Surface Warfare Center, commonly known as Crane. He loved farming and gardening and was a devoted member of Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church.
Those who now mourn Philip's passing include his wife of fifty-five years, Cynthia Wichman; his sons, Eric (Corry) Wichman of Mishawaka and Matthew Wichman of Danville. He was blessed with five grandchildren: Hailey Wichman of Mishawaka; Lilly Wichman of Danville; Abigail Wichman of Danville; Kylie Villanueva of Mishawaka; and Jaxon Villanueva of Mishawaka. Additionally, Philip leaves five siblings: James R. (Terri) Wichman of Seymour; John P. (Roberta) Wichman of Washington; Albert T. Wichman of Evansville; Marilyn A. (Ron) Summers of Tobaccoville, North Carolina; and Martha J. Wichman of Washington.
During his lifetime, Philip grieved the loss of his parents, William and Josephine Wichman; daughter, Shannon Wichman; and sister, Patricia Dennis.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Philip's name to: Daviess County Right to Life, PO Box 41, Washington, Indiana 47501, or Washington Catholic Education Endowment, 315 Ne 3rd Street, Washington, Indiana 47501.
Visitation for Philip L. Wichman will be 4:00-8:00 pm, Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the Ed L. Lee Mortuary, 620 East Viola Avenue, Washington, Indiana.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for Philip L. Wichman at 10:00 am, Friday, January 10, 2025, at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church, 315 NE 3rd Street, Washington, Indiana. Father Paul Ferguson will be the celebrant. Burial will be in the St. John Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.edleemortuary.com.
The staff of the Ed Lee Mortuary is honored to have been entrusted with arrangements for Philip Wichman.
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"So sad to hear about Phil's passing! Prayers for you and your family's comfort during this difficult Cindy. "
"Life is just too short, no matter the years, leaving only cherished memories. May the countless, fine memories of Philip, a beloved husband/father, forever warm your hearts and bring smiles to your faces. May it comfort you to know that death was never God?s plan, (Gen.1:28; Rom.5:12; Rev.21:4) and loved ones will be resurrected (Acts 24:15) with the hope of life forever on a paradise earth, (Ps.37:11,29) as God intended. Until then, a fine person rests in God?s loving care."
"Cindy, my heart bleeds for you and your family. He will be missed but I just know he and Shannon are with Jesus. May God always hold you safely in His Hands, comfort you in every heart break, and continue to bless you with His protection, love, peace, and strength. I love you. Valerie S. "