Philip K. "Philly Dawg" Sudderth

Philip Keith Sudderth, 74, was born on August 18, 1951 in Valhalla, NY. He was the second of four children born to Bill & Estelle Sudderth. Philip was raised in Greenburgh, NY, and was educated in Greenburgh Central School District. After graduating from Woodlands High School in 1969, he attended Bryant & Stratton College in Boston briefly before returning home to start a lifelong career in mail services.

Throughout his life, Philip was known for his love of music, singing and dancing. He spent hours at Boss Record Shop on Main Street. He always had the latest 45s and knew the latest dances. Philip loved to dance and he was good at it. Listening to Motown and the artists of that time were his passion; The Temptations being his favorite group. Whenever they were on TV, Philip would get up and copy their moves while singing every word perfectly. Fifty years later, if you needed to know about any particular song, Philip would not only know what you were referring to, but he would have the uncanny ability to know WHEN the song was released and what the weather was like that day!

In addition to R&B of the 60’s & 70’s, Philip was exposed to the music of artists like Joe Bataan, Eddie Palmieri, and Tito Puente while hanging out in Brooklyn with our cousins. Closer to home, he discovered Latin clubs in the Bronx. He bought their albums and single-handedly brought Salsa to Greenburgh! Salsa, Merengue and Bachata - he could dance to it all. This earned him the nickname: “Philly Bataan”.

Philip also loved sports, with football and tennis being his favorites. He played tennis quite often, especially on weekends with friends at a local park, and enjoyed watching football games whenever he could. His enthusiasm for these activities reflected his energetic spirit and his love of camaraderie both on and off the court.

Not one to shy away from performing, Philip enjoyed acting and he played the lead in a high school play entitled “Between Two Worlds”. A stellar performance! As a child, Philip played the violin and attended summer music school at the County Center.

His family and friends will forever hold close the memories of his smile, joy, and laughter. Philip built a life rooted in connection, loyalty, and quiet strength. He later made his home in Mt. Vernon, NY, where he spent his final years.

Beloved son of the late Bill & Estelle Sudderth, Philip is survived by his devoted siblings, William H. Sudderth III, Theresa Sudderth, and his niece, N’Deye Diakhate. Philip is predeceased by his sister, June Sudderth. He also leaves behind a host of loving cousins, extended family members, and lifelong friends who will remember him with deep affection.

Philip’s legacy lives on in the hearts of all who knew him. Let us all take comfort in knowing he is now at peace.

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ATTENTION: During the continuing seasons of various health concerns, as we phase back into smaller capacity public visitations/services, we need your help in limiting/controlling the number of people, so please govern yourself accordingly for the health & safety of all. Thank you so kindly!

A Visitation/Gathering will be held on Thursday February 12th, 2026 starting 11:00AM at Union Baptist Church, immediately followed by Memorial Service at 11:30AM. So you may come to the Church to try to attend, & feel free to wear masks. At the very least you can get hand sanitizer & sign the register book (NOTE: please feel free to bring your own pen -OR- you may bring an address label to paste in register book in lieu of signing). If not at capacity, you will be allowed in to have a seat; but if at capacity by the time you get there, you may be required to leave the premises after signing register book, so as not to be in violation nor cause a health hazard, so please govern yourself accordingly. Regardless of if you're able to enter/be seated, or not, please refrain from too much touching/hugging/handshaking, preferably elbow bumping briefly if at all. If instructed, PLEASE KINDLY RESPECTFULLY leave the building & premises if the church is at their capacity. PLEASE KINDLY RESPECTFULLY follow & abide by the directions of the funeral home staff and/or church personnel at all times. We Thank You in advance for following directions & policies, so as to make all go smoothly the day of the services, to eliminate further burden on the family, and to maintain the health & safety of All. Any questions, or if any clarity is needed, please call ahead to the funeral home and/or church, and/or speak to us from a safe distance if present.

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The Entire Staff of Lee's Funeral Home, LLC respects that the family of Philip K. Sudderth entrusted the care of their loved one to us, and that they value the level of service & attention our funeral home provides. We are honored, in turn, to provide comfort, assistance and service to the Sudderth Family during their time of bereavement.

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Please leave written condolences now herein on the Memory Wall to express your sorrow, share your memories, and as an expression of sympathy & way to communicate with/offer comfort to the family, that they and others may see, and may be a lasting tribute in his honor, whether you're able to attend or not. Definitely Please SIGN IN on the Memory Wall as a virtual way of signing the register book, especially if choosing to stay safe/not able to sign in person.

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A public Memorial Service is being planned for Thurs. Feb. 12th, 2026 - friends to gather & visit starting 11:00AM & Memorial Service starting about 11:30AM. Please still leave condolences now herein on the Memory Wall to express your sorrow, share your memories, and as an expression of sympathy & way to communicate with/offer comfort to the family, that they and others may see, and may be a lasting tribute in his honor.

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As a lasting tribute in lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests a contribution may be made in his name/memory/honor to: Alzheimer's Association (may be done simply through the donation tabs/links here in website at the bottom of this page, or on your own), and/or you may choose to plant a tree in his name/memory/honor. If sending flowers despite the family suggestion, & since there's no cemetery since cremation has already occurred, sending small plants or vases the family may keep or donate is preferable, and they may be delivered either on Wednesday February 11th, 2026 by/before 6:00PM to Lee's Funeral Home, or Thursday February 12th, 2026 by/before 10:45AM to Union Baptist Church. The Family Thanks You!