Philip passed away Wednesday evening, August 19, 2015, at the Eastpointe Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Chelsea. He was 88 years of age. Born in Somerville, he is the son of the late Edward and Hazel (Rogers) Crowley. Philip attended Somerville Public Schools. For 35 years Philip worked at the EK Carpenter in Malden. He worked as a shop ironworker, painting iron and punching holes in columns. Philip retired in 1989.

He is the husband of the late Rose Marie (DeSimone) Crowley. Beloved father of Philip M. Crowley of Chelsea. He is also lovingly survived by 3 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.