Philip Lock Catlin

Philip's journey through life, though too short, touched many. Philip loved people and they loved him. Philip was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he graduated from Judge Memorial High School and the University of Utah with degrees in Biology and Chemistry. Philip was gifted in Science, Math and most notably, a loving heart. In 2007, Philip moved to Indianapolis where he met the love of his life Erin McAllen. They married on March 21, 2015.

Philip struggled with addiction after his teenage years. The important part of that story is that Phil committed himself to overcome his addiction with the help of family, friends, and God. This is one of Phil's legacies. He encouraged and set an exceptional example for others who shared his struggle with addiction. With Phil's encouragement, some of those whose lives he touched are still here today to thank him for the inspiration he gave them.

Most recently Philip was enrolled for his Masters degree at Indiana University School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences where he had excelled and completed most of his classroom studies to become a Physician's Assistant.He was awarded a posthumous commendation by the Dean for his attendance and work in the program.Philip was looking forward to his clinical rotations so that he could roll up his sleeves and get down to business helping others.

More then anything else Philip looked forward to his life with Erin.
Although we don't know what took Philip's life, what is known is his love for life and the desire to do his part in making this world a better place. Philip is grieved by Erin, his devoted wife; his mother, Terry Catlin (George Diwachak); his father, Robert Lock Catlin (Teresa); his sister, Danielle Coon (Walter) and their young children – Andrew, Aiden, and William; his step brothers Kevin and Craig Harkey; his Grandfather, Philip A. Lavorgna (Linda), his uncles, Bruce Lavorgna (Terri) and Jon Catlin (Crystal); his aunts Susan, Ann and Sally Catlin (Gabe Filippelli); cousins, Anthony, Shawn, Chelsea, Peter, Clay, Lana, and Ella. Philip had become a son to Cathy and John McAllen and a brother to their children Lauren and Scott. He was greatly loved by their extended family. He will be sorely missed by his many friends. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Betty Lavorgna and Edith & George Lock Catlin.

Please join Philip's family and friends on Monday, August 8th at Starks Funeral Parlor from 6-8 PM, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, Utah, where we will gather to celebrate and honor Philip's life as we call to mind our memories of him. Please use the complimentary Valet Parking provided on the North side of the building.

Philip had a deep connection with and a true desire to help those served by both The Progress House (www.progresshouse.org) and Gennesaret Clinic (www.gennesaret.org) in Indianapolis. Memorial donations to these organizations are greatly appreciated.