Philip Krouskop

August 24, 1943 - September 3, 2022

Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Inc.

419-645-4501 |

Monday 9/12, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Inc.

419-645-4501 |

Monday 9/12, 2:00 pm

Memorial Park Cemetery

Lima, Ohio 45806

Monday 9/12

Philip ‘Coach’ Krouskop age 79, of Lima passed away 11:30 p.m., Saturday Sept. 3, 2022 at The Springs of Lima. He was born August 24, 1943 in Lodi, Ohio to the late Ralph Emerson and Mary Madge (Kinney) Krouskop.
Phil played 3 sports in high School and 2 sports in college. He was president of the first graduating class of Perry High School in 1961. He attended Bluffton College and studied Sociology and Psychology. He played on the 1962 baseball and football teams that were inducted into the Bluffton College Hall of Fame in 2007. Phil went on to the University of Pittsburg to get his master’s degree in education, further studies were done at Ohio Northern University in special education. He taught 37 years at Lima Perry High School and coached 40 years of varsity baseball, 24 years of basketball, track, football and golf. In 2011 he was inducted into the Ohio Coaches Hall of Fame having coached more than 1,234 ballgames. He was a member of the Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association for more than 30 years. For the many contributions Coach made to high school sports he was inducted into the Bluffton College Athletic Hall of Fame in 2016. After retirement he continued to work with the kindergarten classes at Perry and read to them. He was also a long-time member of Perry United Methodist Church and sponsored 2 families in the Dominican Republic.
Coach is survived by 2 brothers: David (Judy) Krouskop of Monticello, Utah and Dale Krouskop of Lima, a sister-in-law Beverly Krouskop of Elida; nieces: Kim Howard, Pam Fuerst, Linda Pelger and Jeri Montella, nephews Jeff Krouskop and Joel Krouskop and several great nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a brother Paul Krouskop.
The family will receive friends 10 to 2 p.m., Monday, September 12 at Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Cridersville. The funeral service will follow at 2 with Pastor Greg Wack officiating and burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to Perry Athletic Boosters.

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Had the honor to coach and learn from Coach Krouscup, back in 1982-83, when I coached 7th grade basketball and JH baseball at Perry. Always looked for Phil at the state coaches baseball clinic every year when I coached at Eaton High School. What an amazing man and coach. Made such an incredible impression on me and my coaching philosophy! Condolences to the Krouscup Family!

I don't think there have many greater supporters of Perry High School than Phil, he was always there to support any and all teams or students! RIP Phil, you will be missed by All!

David, Dale and families: So sorry to hear of Phil's death. May God be with you all in your time of grief. Sincerely, Narda

I have a great deal of respect for him. He was one of my favorite teachers and taught me to have integrity and respect for others. I always called him Mr. Krouscup even after I graduated.

Our hearts are bearing great sadness at the loss of a long time friend. We look forward to the time when we can be reunited in the resurrection promised by our Lord and Savior, Jesus. His words at John 5:28,29 continue to comfort millions. Our memories of school together are deeply cherished. Philip was always hospitable, great friend to all and loved his friends deeply.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

At Job 14 verses 14 and 15 we read of the future for so many dear friends. A peaceful new earth and new heavens will bring this about REV. 21:3,4.

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To a great man and friend of the Cummins family. Blessed to have know Phil. God Bless and Rest In Peace Phil.

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Memories at "The Krouskops" are abundant. The sixties and seventies are filled with meals, swimming and stories. I regret that I will not be there to share them. Please know that my heart will join all of you as you say goodby to Phil. Hugs to all, Karan

Thoughts and prayers for the family. He was a great teacher/coach at Perry Schools.

Kim I’m so sorry for your loss. Be and stay strong girl!

Phil was an awesome person. The one thing I can remember is when Perry played their fist football game. We played against Kenton, their team came running out on the field, they were big guys. Our guys said I think we’ll go home. We didn’t win but we did our best.

I’m gonna miss Phil so much, he was a big mentor in my life, and he was a good teacher when I had him for classes, I cry because I’m gonna miss him, I loved him:)

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