Philip Joseph Meagher Jr.

He was born February 23rd, 1930 in Brooklyn, New York. The oldest son of 9 children by Mary Esther and Philip Meagher Sr., he was an Air Force veteran, accomplished journalist and public relations executive who had a knack for putting everyone at ease, and projecting calm determination and leadership in everything he did. In his role as President of the Southfield, Michigan Chamber of Commerce, he was a driving force in helping to make Southfield a leader in the business community, and his positive influence is still evident there today. His quick smile, Irish wit and wisdom made him a joy to be around, and he loved all animals as evidenced by the many he rescued and brought joy to him throughout his lifetime.

He is predeceased by his beloved wife Kathy Meagher, parents Esther and Philip Sr., sisters Jean Cleary and Carol Thompson and brother Jack "Tony" Meagher.

He is survived by his children Michelle (Kevin) Ohl, Kevin (Carolann) Meagher, Kathy (Darryl) Fee, Tim (Amy) Meagher and Kelly (Craig) Koltonow. Sisters Judy Barnes, Pat “Sally” Krumfoltz and Mary Esther Meagher and brothers David Meagher and Michael Meagher, along with 11 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 5, 2016 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Road, White Lake.

Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at 11:00am (In State 10:00am) at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 9086 Hutchins Road, White Lake.

Burial will be held Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at 1:00pm at Great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Road, Holly.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to:

Humane Society of the US – Make a gift donation (http://www.humanesociety.org/donate/)

Ancient Order of Hibernians - AOH General Donation’s payable to AOH National Board PO Box 539 West Caldwell, NJ 07007 (http://www.aoh.com/)

Alzheimer’s Association - Tribute Memorial Donation (https://act.alz.org/)

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