Tuesday, November 25, 2025 4:11PM
90-year-old Phil Moyer has devoted decades to caring for the Wissahickon War Memorial in his Philadelphia neighborhood.
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania — Phil Moyer recalls being 4 years old when the Wissahickon War Memorial took root at the corner of Rochelle Avenue and Sumac Street.
That was in 1939.
In 2025, he can be found there cutting grass and polishing plaques. It’s nothing new for the 90-year-old who has dedicated decades to growing and maintaining the memorial.
It has become a community affair, with many neighbors joining Moyer in his efforts to keep the memorial tidy.
Moyer is not a veteran himself, but the monuments remind him of his many friends who served in the military. Although they have since passed on, he remembers their dedication to the community.
He has no plans to stop caring for the street corner that has brought so much peace and comfort to the neighborhood over the years.
To learn more and get involved, visit this webpage or contact the Wissahickon Interested Citizens Association at [email protected].
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