Phillip Richard Clymer, 95, of West Lafayette passed away at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at IU Health Arnett Hospital of Lafayette. He was born June 24, 1917 in White County, Indiana to the late Floyd and Alice (Mowrer) Clymer. Growing up, Phillip loved living on the family farm in Pyrmont along the Wildcat Creek. He attended Monitor, Pyrmont and Rossville Schools, and graduated from Battle Ground High School in 1936. His marriage was to Helen Miller on November 26, 1939 in Battle Ground. She preceded him in death on February 9, 2002. Phillip lived in Battle Ground most of his life, until moving to Westminster Village in 2008. He really enjoyed the comradery and friendships he shared there. He worked as a foreman in the heavy machine department at Duncan Electric, later known as Landis & Gear, for 43 years. He retired in 1979. Upon retirement, he and Helen wintered in Lakeland, Florida for many years. Phillip was a member of Battle Ground United Methodist Church, where he served on various committees and the Battle Ground Fire Department. He was Past Master and 50 year member of the Battle Ground Masonic Lodge #313, a Cub Scout Leader and he served on the Battle Ground Town Board. He loved the outdoors, spending weekends camping with his family and camping club, and he had a passion for woodworking. He also enjoyed traveling and reading, but most importantly, he loved being with his family. Surviving are his three children; Larry Clymer (wife: Donna) of Anderson, Cheryl Searcy (husband: Jerry) of Huntington Beach, CA and Cindy Brown (husband: Don) of Battle Ground and one brother; Kermit Clymer (wife: Barbara) of West Lafayette. Phillip had a special place in his heart for his 6 grandchildren; Grant, Andrea, Brent, Kristen, Jennifer and Amy and 16 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers; Francis, Robert and Kenneth Clymer. Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. until the time of memorial service at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, January 3, 2012 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home of Brookston. Rev. Dr. Lelan D. McReynolds officiating. Inurnment to follow at Battle Ground Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Phillip's name to Battle Ground United Methodist Church or the charity of your choice.