Dr. John Lee Philpot

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Dr. John Lee Philpot Junior died on October 1, 2019 at the age of 84. He was born on May 7, 1935 in Kansas City, MO to John Sr. and Millie Johnson Philpot.

John grew up in Kansas City, MO. He graduated from Central High School in 1953 and graduated from William Jewell College in 1957. John received his PhD from the University of Arkansas. He returned to William Jewell College to teach for 35 years as a professor of Physics.

John was a member of Sigma Pi Sigma, National Physics Students Honor Society, Chandler Baptist Church, Cardinal Hill Golf Club and was involved in Boy Scouts. John excelled in football and basketball in high school and William Jewell College and was an avid golfer.

John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Millie, and sisters Mary Muir, Clarice Stansauk, Loretta Huska and Dorothy Hayter.

John is survived by his wife of 37 years, Sharon, son Mike (Kim), daughter Patty (Roger), and stepdaughter Melissa (Jason), 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. John leaves behind beloved nieces and nephews and cherished friends made through card games and golf.

A memorial service will be held at Chandler Baptist Church in Liberty, MO at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 5, 2019. The family will celebrate John’s life after the service with a lunch reception. Everyone is invited to attend.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to JDRF, 215 W. Pershing Road, Suite 300 Kansas City, MO 64108.

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  1. Peggy VanDyke on October 3, 2019 at 9:19 am

    We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad/grandpa. Please know we will keep your family in our prayers.

    Love,
    Peggy and Jim VanDyke



  2. Jane Hansen on October 3, 2019 at 9:52 am

    My deepest sympathies to you Becca and family on the the loss of your beloved grandfather.



  3. James Nelson on October 3, 2019 at 11:21 am

    A great man and teacher!



  4. Mary Alice (Myers) Jones on October 3, 2019 at 11:42 am

    So sorry for your loss. Your dad was a a strong presence at William Jewell when I was there. Prayers and gigantic for your family



  5. Mary Alice Jones on October 3, 2019 at 11:43 am

    I meant prayer a and thoughts are with your family.



  6. Janet Hampton on October 3, 2019 at 1:42 pm

    We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad and grandfather. He sounds like an amazing, brilliant and well respected man. We hope your memories with him will provide some comfort. Extra prayers for you and your family.



  7. Jim Ginn on October 3, 2019 at 2:34 pm

    I have much gratitude for Professor Philpot’s teaching and guidance. He helped me greatly through the challenges of Physics and Calculus in the drafty old pre-renovation Marston Hall in the late 70’s. In a conversation with him some years ago we reminisced, and he said, “those were the good years.” Yes, they were good because of dedicated teachers like Dr. Philpot. Condolences to his family.

    Rest In Peace, Professor Philpot.



  8. Rodger LaBeth on October 3, 2019 at 7:59 pm

    A great teacher and a great man. Wm Jewell was blessed to have a man like him. He is one of the great ones who made WJC an excellent school!



  9. Don Wideman on October 4, 2019 at 11:32 am

    Sorry to hear of John’s passing. I shared many popcorn breaks with John at WJC. He was a good man!



  10. John and Helen Wuckowitsch on October 6, 2019 at 9:40 am

    Sharon we are so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers for you and your family. We Love you.??



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