Phillip Lloyd Ragland
Phillip Lloyd Ragland was a special gift given to Herbert L. and Sondra A. Ragland on May 6, 1969. He went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at his home in Lexington.
Phillip accepted Christ at the early age of 8 through Trinity Baptist Church’s AWANA ministry and was baptized by Pastor Gene Milioni of Trinity Baptist Church in Findlay, OH.
He attended public schools in Ohio and Michigan, having graduated from Harbor Springs High School in 1987. He then attended Grand Valley University, Davenport College, and Northern Michigan College.
Phillip married Melissa Delamater and they later divorced. On December 12, 2008 he married Lisa (Betts) Ragland, of Lexington, and she survives.
Throughout his career, he worked for Shoe Corporation of America, Meijers Department Stores Inc., Marathon Petroleum Co., and was presently employed at Dana Corporation.
Phillip loved life and people. He was a gifted musician whose hobbies included rifle hunting, bow hunting, and most spectator sports such as football, basketball, golf, and baseball.
His most endearing quality was his love for the Lord as he enjoyed witnessing for Christ.
He was preceded in death by grandparents: Percy and Lucille Ragland, Walter and Lillian Banks; uncles and aunts: Lawrence and Roberta Ragland, Harold and Dorothy Palmer, Thelma Barnes, Donald Young, and William Zimmerman; cousins: Charles and Barbara Crutcher.
Phillip also leaves behind Lisa’s children: Rebecca McMillen, Devon McMillen, Sara Jones, Erin Jones; 3 grandchildren; a sister: Lisa (Jeffery) Ward, of Findlay; a brother: Charles Ragland, of Mansfield; uncles and aunts: Percy Ragland, Harold (Lucille) Ragland, Juanita Zimmerman, Mildred Young, Welma Sutton; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Ecclesiastes 3: 1-2: To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die, a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;
Friends may call on Sunday, January 29, 2012 from 3-6 pm and also on Monday from 10-11 am at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, where funeral services will be at 11 am. His father, Herbert L. Ragland, will officiate and burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Shelby. Memorial contributions can be made to City Mission or Winebrenner Theological Seminary both in Findlay. Share a memory or express condolences at: penwellturner.com
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Family: Phillip Ragland
Name: Steve and Dixie Burkepile
Date: 12-01-27
Condolence:
Lisa and family, Oh how Phil will be missed. He was the life of the party and his laugh was contagious. It was our pleasure to get to know Phil. Hold on to the memories and keep him in your heart. We love each and everyone of you! RIP Phil our friend!!!
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Family: Phil Ragland
Name: Su (Jessick) Gow
Date: 12-01-27
Condolence:
My heart was heavy after hearing of the loss of such a wonderful man. Phil was more than just a high school student. He was a one-teen-diversification for our era. Phil worked hard to fit in but I realized it went both ways. I later moved to Cincinnati and realized how much Phil had taught me about differences and how valuable they are. He was a good man and will be missed. His lessons, however, will ripple on and on.
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Family: Phil Ragland
Name: Ryna Wolfe
Date: 12-01-26
Condolence:
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Lisa and was able to meet Phil a handful of times. There are no words to comfort anyone in a time like this, but I would like to leave with you this:
Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going.
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Family: Phillip Ragland
Name: Elaine Woodard
Date: 12-01-26
Condolence:
Lisa and family, I am so saddened for the loss of your husband, step dad, grandpa, son, etc. My heart goes out to you. I plan to see you at the visiting hours. Much love to you.
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Family: Phillip Lloyd Ragland
Name: Mary Carol Jackson
Date: 12-01-26
Condolence:
Sondra and Herb,
You are in our prayers. May you feel God’s wonderful arms of comfort around each of you. Psalms 139:16-17 You saw me before I was born. Everyday of my life was recorded in Your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed. How precious are Your thoughts about me, O God. They cannot be numbered.
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Family: Phillip Ragland
Name: Jeff Doak
Date: 12-01-27
Condolence:
I’m glad to have graduated HS with Phil. I’m sorry to hear of his early passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family.
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Family: Phillip Ragland
Name: John Seng O.D.
Date: 12-01-27
Condolence:
Sondra and Herb,
Our condolences go out to you for the loss of your son. I can’t imagine the sorrow that must cause for you. Thank the Lord that he was saved and you’ll see him again at the grand reunion with Jesus!! May the Lord wrap His arms around both of you and give you srength and comfort.
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Family: Phillip Ragland
Name: Paul & Maxine Robey
Date: 12-01-27
Condolence:
Thinking of you in this time of sorrow and sending our condolences to parents and family.
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Family: Phillip Ragland
Name: Rick and Leslie Miller
Date: 12-01-27
Condolence:
Sondra, Herb and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Phillip. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Family: Phillip Ragland
Name: Pat Marker
Date: 12-01-28
Condolence:
Lisa,
I am so sorry for your loss. Before I retired I worked at the Employment Connection in Ashland and I really enjoyed seeing you both come in and job search. Phil’s humor was the highlight of the visit.
My father went home to be with the Lord a week ago so I know what a loss you are feeling right now but they are in a better place now. I know this doesn’t help right now but hopefully it will one day soon.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Family: Phillip Ragland
Name: Donald Heinz and Family
Date: 12-01-29
Time: 12:40:58 -0500
Condolence:
I was sorry to learn of the passing of Phill, he was a great friend, with a big heart and a laugh that was as unique, genuine and sincere as he was. My condolences to his family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Family: Phillip Regland
Name: Roger, Pam, Kelsi and baby Z
Date: 12-01-29
Condolence:
Lisa and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, father, etc. Words cannot express how we feel. We know you are a very strong person and will be ok. If you need anything please let us know.. I hope you understand that I just could not make it tonight. Just know that I was thinking of you tonight and tomorrow and in the days to come..
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Family: Herb Ragland
Name: Nat Schey
Date: 12-01-29
Condolence:
Herb,
Grieving with you for the loss of your son. May the Lord give you strength and encouragement in that through His son’s death, your son’s will not last forever!
Love in Christ,
nat