Philip Walter Compton, age 82, of Bluffton, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, surrounded by his family.   

He was born on September 8, 1942 in Washington, DC to the late Ralph and Olivia (Crickenburger) Compton.  On August 1, 1964 Philip married LaDonna G. Shively and she survives in Bluffton. 

Also surviving are his daughter, LeAnn (Raymond) Pryor of Ada; two grandchildren: Kelsey (Brendan) Tisher and Kyle (Raina) Zimmerly; great grandchildren: Isla and Brewer; brother, Ralph (Patti) Compton; a sister, Carol (Wayne) Spangler; and a bonus sister, Jaci (Joel) Cox. 

Philip retired from Ohio Northern University, Ada where he was a professor. He was a member of the Ada First United Methodist Church. Philip served as the former pastor for Rhinehart United Methodist Church and the chaplain for the Ada Liberty Fire Department. He was a co-founder of the West Ohio Food Bank and Table One Restaurant. Philip was very involved with his community and was a Jefferson Award Recipient for voluntary service.  

A memorial service will begin at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, January 24, 2025 at the First United Methodist Church, 301 North Main Street, Ada, Ohio 45810 with Rev. Brandi Rigsby officiating.   

Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on Friday, January 24 at the First United Methodist Church, 301 North Main Street, Ada, Ohio 45810.

Memorial contributions may be made to the West Ohio Food Bank and/or the Mennonite Memorial Homes Benevolent Aid Fund.