Front Royal veteran Philip Funk recalls his World War II service

Note: This story was first published on May 27, 2018. Mr. Funk passed away on December 20, 2018 at the age of 98.

Memorial Day is chiefly a time when Americans unofficially welcome the beginning of summer, but it is also a time to  honor and remember  those who served our nation.

For Front Royal resident and WW II veteran Philip Funk, it is a time to reflect back the time he served in New Guinea and the Philippines. Mr. Funk  was preparing to leave for Japan when the nuclear bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

He spoke to Royal Examiner about his service during World War II.  We let the camera roll as Philip told his story. Sit back and enjoy almost 2 hours of a conversation with Philip “Pop” Funk: