Philip Letherby

Philip (Phil) Letherby of Mars, Pa passed away peacefully on September 16, 2022 with his family by his side following an aggressive battle with Leukemia. He was born on September 9th, 1960 to Rowland and Kathleen Letherby in Bridgend, Wales. Phil spent the majority of his childhood in Zambia where he and his brothers Terry and Gareth attended Peterhouse School in Rhodesia.

At seventeen, Phil joined the Royal Air Force and over his ten years of service advanced to a Staff Sergeant who specialized in aviation ground support. Phil met his wife of 34 years, Edie (Turner) Letherby while on detachment to NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Phil and Edie were married on May 31, 1988 and had two children Adam and Lauren. Phil also has a daughter, Michelle, from a previous marriage and in August 2021, he and Edie adopted their grandson Hayden who has brought such joy and life into the family.

Phil was a hard-working, diligent, and strong man who deeply loved his family. He was so very proud of his Welsh heritage but fondly recalled his youth growing up in Zambia.

He enjoyed all of his travels around the world, corvettes, target shooting and riding his motorcycle. He was an exceptional automotive technician and graciously shared his craft mentoring so many over his 34 year career.

Phil was preceded in death by his mother Kathleen and father Rowland Letherby. He is survived by his wife, Edie; his daughters Michelle and Lauren; his son Adam; his grandchildren Hayden, Charlotte, and Kora; his brothers Terry and Gareth; along with nephews, nieces, and many brother and sister-in laws. In addition to family, Phil leaves behind many friends from all over the world who have been a blessing in his life.

Memorial services for Phil will be held on Monday September 26th at 1:00 PM at the Chapel @ Orchard Hill Church, 2551 Brandt School Rd., Wexford, PA 15090. Services entrusted by the H.P. Brandt Funeral Home 1032 Perry Hwy Pittsburgh PA 15237