Philips (Joby) Philip, born February 7, 1950, loving husband of Susan and devoted father of Jeril, Anita (daughter-in-law) and Cecil, was taken by Our Heavenly Father on May 5, 2013.  Born in Venmoney (Alummoottil Malayil House), Kerala, India, Joby was the third child of the late Philipose GeeVarghese and Mariamma GeeVarghese.  Since arriving in the United States in December 1980 and settling in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, Joby spent more than three decades as a dedicated electrical engineer on the staff of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority in New York City.  As a faithful and devoted member of the Mar Thoma Church of New Jersey, Joby served the church in many spiritual and administrative roles continuously over the years.  Relentless in his service for his family, friends and church and community, Joby was driven to make life happier for all those around him.  In typical Joby fashion, he worked diligently behind-the-scenes, away from the limelight, without demanding praise or recognition.

Joby is survived by Susan, his wife of nearly 33 years and mother of Jeril, Anita (daughter-in-law) and Cecil.  Joby raised Jeril and Cecil to be men of strong faith and instilled in them the Christian values that will serve as the foundation for their family in the days ahead.  In August 2011, Joby was blessed with a daughter when Jeril married Anita.  Joby is also survived by his mother and brothers P.P. Varghese and A. P. Alexander and sister Mariamma Kurian and the spouses, children and grandchildren of his siblings.  Joby is also survived by Susan’s brothers and sisters and their spouses and children.  He will truly be missed by his family, his many friends and his church and community.