Fairport, New York: Phillip Ivor Thurley, 82, passed away peacefully with this family by his bedside on Thursday, March 10, 2022, after fighting a two-month battle with a heart infection. Phil was a devoted and loving Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle and the type of Friend that anyone would want to have.
Phil is survived by his wife Marge of 56 years of Fairport, his two sons, Tim (Adrian) Thurley of Fairport, Mike (Deb) Thurley of Sodus Point, his sister Janet Hilyer of Clifton Springs, his sister-in-law Evie Porter of Geneva, his granddaughters Megan Thurley, of Fairport who currently is attending college at Virginia Tech and Morgan Thurley of Fairport, along with several nieces and nephews.
Phil was pre-deceased by his parents, Dallas and Phyllis Thurley, his brother and sister-in-law, David (Beverly) Thurley, his sister and brother-in-law, Barbara (Thomas) Bryan, his brother-in-law Jack Hilyer and his mother-in-law and father-in law John and Leona Choffin.
Phil was born in Irondequoit NY on October 4, 1939, and for most of his early childhood lived (and worked) on a farm. Phil graduated from Geneva High School in 1960, enlisted in the United States Navy and served four years on the USS DuPont, which included a tour in the Mediterranean Sea during the Cuban Crisis and Vietnam War.
Phil married Marge on May 15, 1965, and while building a family of his own, attended Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). After a successful career as a Process Engineer, Phil retired from Bausch & Lomb at age 54.
Phil was an active member of St. John of Rochester, Perinton Memorial VFW Post 8495, participant of the Honor Guard and the American Legion Post 1229.
Phil was also a volunteer and former President and Chairman of the Board of the Genesee Valley Automotive Club. Phil’s passion was to tour with his 1961 Corvette and 1991 Ford Mustang with Marge. Phil and Marge also spent 18+ winters in Southwest FL with their friends as well.
When asked, Phil was most proud of the legacy that he was leaving behind. His favorite moments were spending time at the family cottage on Seneca Lake, being present and active in his sons’ and granddaughters’ lives giving support to all they did that included renovation projects, attending sporting events such as baseball, soccer, and basketball games, sailing regattas, cheerleading competitions, school events and just being together as a family. These memories with Phil will live in our hearts forever.
Friends and family are welcome to attend Calling Hours on Friday, April 1, 2022 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home (Egypt Location) 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Road, Fairport.
Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at St. John of Rochester, 8 Wickford Way, Fairport.
The family will be having a private burial during the Summer of 2022 to place Phil’s ashes at Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery that overlooks Seneca Lake so that he will be able to continue to enjoy watching over his family on the lake.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Phil’s memory to the VFW Perinton Memorial Post 8495 – Fairport or to the American Legion Post #1229.
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25 responses to “Thurley, Phillip Ivor”
Mrs. Thurley, and all the Thurley family. We are so sorry for your loss. May all the wonderful memories you hold dear be a source of comfort in the days, weeks, months and years ahead. The power of memory,and the ability to recall special moments is such a wonderful gift and hope these treasured moments and memories sustain you always. Our sincere condolences. In faith, Joyce, Tom, Linda, Kevin and Jim
I absolutely love the Thurley family. What a fantastic job the Thurley parents did as both Mike and Tim are amazing guys. Totally successful and amazing friends and family. I love you all. Sorry about your loss. Phill rocks.
Thanks for your kind words. Yes memories will give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life and people and his corvette. .
Sharing your loss of a great guy. May he rest in peace in his heavenly home
Thanks for your kind words Memories will give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life, people and his corvette.
Mr. Thurley’s son Tim is a co-worker and dear friend. On behalf of our entire organization, condolences to your family on the loss of a cherished family member.
Thanks for your kind words. memories will give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life and people and his corvette. .
I have known Phil since I joined the Genesee Valley Antique Auto Society over 10 years ago. He lives two houses from my daughter Kara. I used to see Phil and Marge setting on their porch and stopped to visit. He will be missed by my daughter and myself, My condolence to all his family.
Thanks for your kind words. memories will give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life and people and his corvette. .
On behalf of the Perinton Recreation & Parks Department, our sincere condolences to Marge and the entire Thurley family. Phil was one of our volunteer drivers for our senior programs. We will miss his stories and fun personality.
Thanks for your kind words.Memories will give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life and people and his corvette.
Marge, so sorry for your loss. Phil was a great classmate. Hope to make calling hours Friday.
Bob Dobbin GHS Class of ’60
Yes I remember you in our class at Geneva. Memories will give us peace. Thanks
Phil, may you rest in peace. The post and I will miss you and your participation in all our honor guard ceremony’s and playing of taps. You were a great comrade and friend.
Thanks for your kind words. Memories will give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life and people and his corvette
Marge, I’m so sorry for your loss. I know just what you’re going through. I lost Glenn 10 years ago and we were married the same year that you and Phil were. I do hope that you will find comfort in your family and may the healing arms of Christ give you comfort. Polly, 348-9157
Polly from high school so glad to hear from you. Thanks for your kind words. Memories will give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life and people and his corvette.
Marge, I was very sorry to learn about Phil. Carol and I send our sympathies to you and your family for your loss.
Thanks for your kind words. Memories will give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life and people and his corvette
Hi Marge and the entire Thurley family. So sorry for your loss, Phil was always entertaining to visit with, lively and bubbly because of all of you and your love for each other. Rochelle and I wish you the best, wish we could visit but we will see you soon and remember Phil is smiling down at you every day!
Thanks for your kind words. Memories will give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life and people and his corvette.
Phil, may you rest in peace. Marge, both Sheila and I offer our condolences to you and your family on your loss of Phil. He was a good friend through the years and we will miss him.
Thanks for your kind words memories with give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life and people and his corvette.
I’m so sad to see Mr. Thurley has passed away. My uncle informed me but too late and I missed calling hours. I have so many fond memories of Mr Thurley. He was a wonderful neighbor to all on White Oak Lane! My thoughts and prayers are with you, Marge, Tim and Mike.
You and your mother were great neighbors. Phil was your handyman. Our memories will give us peace. We will remember Phil as a fighter who loved life and people and his corvette. Thanks for your kind words