SAFETY HARBOR, Fla. — Descendants of Odet Philippe gathered at Philippe Park in Safety Harbor for their annual family reunion, continuing a tradition that family members said has lasted for more than half a century.
The Safety Harbor Chamber of Commerce said Philippe was the first permanent, non-native settler on the Pinellas County peninsula. His descendants include members of the Booth and McMullen families.
“We don’t all know each other, but it’s really exciting to just get to know the people that you’re related to,” said Sharon Caruthers, a descendant of Philippe…