Philip B. Dailey, 87, Ogdensburg

OGDENSBURG -- Funeral services for Philip B. Dailey, age 87 of Ogdensburg will be held at 3:00pm on Thursday (June 13, 2024) at the Fox & Murray Funeral Home with Rev. Walter Smith officiating.

Entombment will follow at Foxwood Memorial Park.

Calling hours will be held also on Thursday from 12:00 to 3:00pm at the funeral home.

Mr. Dailey passed away on Tuesday (June 11, 2024) at the St. Joseph’s Home in Ogdensburg.

Surviving is his wife, Phyllis; two children Jennifer (Andrew) Putman of Ogdensburg and Mathew (Angela) Dailey of Ogdensburg; grandchildren, Andrew (Jodi) Putman of Chazy, Austin Putman &  Aiden Putman of Ogdensburg; two sisters Valery (Robert) Haggett of Norwood, Diane Massia of Ogdensburg; two brothers, William Dailey of Waddington and Alan (Diane) Dailey of Lisbon; along with several nieces, nephews & cousins.

Phil was born on October 26, 1936, in Potsdam, a son of the late Mark & Jean (Henderson) Dailey.

He graduated from Norwood Norfolk Central School in 1954 and was enlisted in the US Army from 1955 to 1958. After receiving his honorable discharge, he became a member of the New York State National Guard from 1958 to 1963.

On August 26, 1961, he was married to Phyllis A. Pearson.

Phil received his Bachelor’s & Master’s degrees from SUNY Potsdam and later a Masters in Administration from St. Lawrence University.

He taught high school mathematics at Ogdensburg Free Academy from 1962 to 1992 when he retired. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Ogdensburg, Elks Lodge 772, NYS Retired Teachers Association, FSNUR and FAOCS Alumni Chapter, and the St. Lawrence Golf & Country Club.

He enjoyed downhill skiing, square dancing, Caribbean Cruises and spending time with his family.

Memorial contributions can be made to the St. Joseph’s Home, Shriners Hospital or Tunnel to Towers.

Condolences and fond memories can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.