Philip J. “Phil” McKenzie, age 66, of Shelby, died Thursday morning, December 4, 2025 at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. His death follows a series of illnesses.
Born May 2, 1959 in Shelby, Phil was the son of the late John H. and Phyllis M. (Workman) McKenzie. He graduated from Shelby High School in 1978. Nearly his entire career Phil was a truck driver for several local companies- Lexington Concrete, Dauch Concrete, Moritz Concrete, and Milliron Industries. He then worked for MTD in Willard from where he retired.
Phil loved anything outdoors including hunting, fishing, golfing, and riding his motorcycle. He also absolutely loved his dogs, Sydney and Riley. Phil was a longtime member of the Shelby First Church of God and was currently attending Avenue Church in Ontario.
Phil is survived by his wife of 45 years, Patricia A. (Taylor) McKenzie, whom he wed on June 14, 1980. Also surviving are his sons: Seth McKenzie and Dustin McKenzie both of Shelby; his in-laws: Wanda (Steve) Swisher of Shelby, Roger Taylor of TN, Terry (Sheila) Taylor of Shelby, and Rob Taylor of Shelby; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. In addition to his parents, Phil was preceded in death by his sister: Joan McKenzie in 1974; stepfather: Arthur Ingram; and mother and father-in-law: Dale and Donna Taylor.
Family and friends are welcome on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 from 5-7 pm at the Penwell Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, where funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:30 am. Pastor Nate Hultz, Lead Pastor of Avenue Church, will officiate the services with burial following in Oakland Cemetery, Shelby.
Condolences may be left on Phil’s obituary on the funeral home’s website (PenwellFuneralHome.com) or their Facebook page (Facebook.com/PenwellFuneralHome).
Patty and Family. We are so saddened to hear about Phil’s passing. Prayers for peace and comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you❤️
I’m so very sorry to see this, my deepest condolences to Pat and the boys!
So sorry for the loss of Phil. He was a great guy. Prayers and love to Pat and the boys and the family.
I’m so sorry your family’s loss.He will be missed by the Class of 78
Sorry for your loss Patty he was a great guy totally..
Our deepest sympathies Wanda and family. Prayers for all of the family
Phil was a wonderful person who was always caring and kind. I had the pleasure of knowing Phil starting back in elementary school. He had a quiet confidence that I always admired. He was blessed as well by marrying into a wonderful family in the Taylors.
I will be praying for his loved ones that he left behind. Be assured that Phil’s pain is now a memory as he enjoys a new life and body with his savior, Jesus Christ.
Sincerely,
Mike Hartz
I’m so sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. He was such a kind soul. Prayers for peace and comfort for the family.
We love you all so very much. Phil will be greatly missed.
I don’t even have the words to describe my sadness. Being best friends with Seth for most my life I had the privilege to know Phil for over 26 yrs. You’ll be truly missed!!
Patty, we always thought you and Phil were a good match. I see from yours years of marriage, we were right. Loved both of your families. Always have fond memories of the many church get togethers we had at First Church of God. God has you and your family in His care.
So sorry for your loss. He was a good guy! Carl Schroeder classmate