Phillip E. Durrant, age 77, of Waupaca, WI, passed away on Monday, November 9th, 2026 at his residence. He was born in Marshfield, WI on July 31, 1949, a son of the late Evan and Mildred (Rosicky) Durrant.
Phil graduated from Waupaca High School in 1967 and served in the United States Army on a tour in South Korea. He furthered his education at UWSP and was employed at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in King for over 25 years before returning to work at UWSP. Phil was a board member of the Town of Farmington for ten years. He enjoyed boating on the Chain O' Lakes, golfing, watching his dog, Molly, swim, and watching all sporting events. Phil was an active WIAA sports official for football, basketball, softball and volleyball since 1980.
He is survived by his dog, Molly, special friends: Vicky and Jason Koss, Scandinavia, WI, with their children, Ian and Natalie, as well as numerous cousins, other relatives and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents - Evan and Mildred Durrant, a sister - Linda Durrant and a brother - Floyd Durrant.
Military Honors and interment of cremains will be held at Lakeside Memorial Park in Waupaca on Friday, November 20th, 2026 at 1 PM. A gathering of family and friends will follow at Mark's Sheridan Country Club (E755 Sheridan Drive, Waupaca).
The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements.
