Phillip P. Dawley, 88, Bank Officer

Mr. Dawley was born in North Eaton, OH on May 30, 1918. He moved to Lorain 69 years ago. He was a graduate of Brownhelm High School class of 1936. He was a graduate of the Oberlin School of Commerce.

He was a US Army veteran, serving in the medical corp during W.W.II, earning American Theater Service medal, European African Middle Eastern Service Medal with One Bronze Star.

He had been employed by the former Central Bank Company as a bank officer. He retired in 1985 after 46 years of service.

Mr. Dawley was a member of the Avon United Methodist Church. Mr. Dawley had been a member of the Kiwanis Club, Lorain Chamber of Commerce and the former Towne Club. He was also a volunteer with the United Way, St. Joseph's Hospital and Lorain International Festival. He was a life elder of the Christian Temple, Disciples of Christ Church in Lorain.

He enjoyed bowling, golf, gardening, Northern Michigan and his family.

Mr. Dawley is survived by his wife of 61 years, Elizabeth B. (nee Angersbach) Dawley, a daughter, Suzanne K. Turner of Bloomingburg, a son, Gary C. Dawley of Alpena, MI, 4 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Sylvia (nee Preston) Dawley.

Friends may call on Friday, August 18, 2006, at the Avon United Methodist Church, 37711 Detroit Road, Avon, Ohio from 10:00 AM until time of services at 11:30 AM. Dr. David Oliver, pastor will officiate.

Burial will be in Ridge Hill Memorial Park Cemetery, Amherst Township.

The family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to New Life Hospice, c/o Community Health Partners Foundation, 3700 Kolbe Road, Lorain, Ohio 44053 or Wesleyan Senior Living Foundation, 807 West Ave., Lorain, Ohio 44035.

Arrangements are being handled by the Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain, Ohio.

Online condolences at http://www.boyer-cool.com/.