From Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory
Philip Henry Topliff, 95, Vero Beach
February 23, 1926 – March 08, 2021
On Monday evening, Philip Henry Topliff, quietly passed away from his earthly life into his Heavenly life.
Phil was a kind, caring, and quiet man, with a firm faith in God. He celebrated his 95th birthday on February 23rd. Family was important to him. He married Charlotte Cole, the love of his life and recently on February 18th – they celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary. Together they raised six of their own children and opened their home to a countless number of foster children.
Phil was a proud Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean War; his oldest and youngest sons both following him in joining the Navy.
He was active in the First Congregational Church, Lebanon, CT and upon moving to Vero Beach, The Community Church of Vero Beach, for many years.
Phil was an auto mechanic by trade, and he instilled the love of tinkering with cars in his four sons.
He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Charlotte Cole Topliff; three sons, Mark C. Topliff of New London, CT, Steve H. Topliff of Lisbon, CT, and Harrison F. Topliff of Vero Beach; daughters, Ellen Giordano of Vero Beach and Debra Bartholomew of Providence, Rhode Island; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren.
Phil is predeceased by his son, Richard P. Topliff, sister, Margaret Ellen Thorpe, brother, Hubert Jordan Topliff, and sister, Louise Rose.
In lieu of flowers donations in his name, may be given to the First Congregational Church, 588 Exeter Rd, Lebanon, CT 06249 or VNA Hospice, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, 32960.
Phil was a wonderful man – a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who will be deeply missed.
From Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory
Beverly Jean Rangel, 77
August 24, 1943 – March 4, 2021
Beverly Jean Rangel, age 77, passed away on March 4th, 2021 in Vero Beach Florida.
She was born on August 24th, 1943 in Hillsborough county.
She was survived by her three sons, Gary (Robin) Morgan of Vero Beach Florida, Steven (Coreen) Morgan of Wesley Chapel Florida, and David (Amanda) Norwood of San Jose California, 5 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and loved by many more.
From Cox-Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory
Alicia Brelsford Callander, 94
November 17, 1926 – March 08, 2021
Obituary not yet posted.