Philip “Phil” Runnels, 68, died Aug. 22, 2013, at home.
He was the son of the Late Melvin and Mildred LaFortune Runnels.
Mr. Runnels was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired from the Hillsborough County Public School system, where he was a middle school teacher. He was also a volunteer at the Pasco County Animal Services where, among his many duties, he took care of the kittens. Mr. Runnels received two Presidential Volunteer Certificates from President Barack Obama for his work at the shelter.
He is survived by his loving wife, Joan Runnels; son, C. (Jamie) Runnels; grandchild, Sydne Runnels; and a sister, Paulette Wulfeck.
Memorial services were held Aug. 28, Haught Funeral Home, Plant City.
If so desired contributions may be made in Mr. Runnels’ memory to the Pasco County Animal Services, 19640 Dog Patch Lane, Land O’Lakes, FL 34638.
Online condolences may be made at haughtfuneralhome.com.