Phillip Charles Syphers, age 81, passed away on Friday, Sept. 30, 2016. 

Phillip was born in Muncie, Indiana on February 21, 1935. He was the son of J. Lawrence and Dorotha Gesell Syphers.   

Phillip was retired from the Texas Department of Human Services. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Eugene and Jerry. 

Survivors include his wife Betty; one brother, Jack Syphers, of Muncie, Indiana; and four children, Sue Syphers, Chris Syphers (Jamie Dollahite), Lynn Syphers, and Lynda Florence (Dayne). He is also survived by five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 

Vistitation was Wednesday, Oct. 5 at Harrell Funeral Home Kyle. A Memorial Service followed.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the Salvation Army or Boys Town.

Condolences may be sent to: www.harrellfuneralhomes.com.