Exactly the app I was looking for – OneTouch Purple- All-in-One Phone App Review

For those who miss the old 1-3 digit speed dials of the dumb phone era, this app is the solution. You can set up to 999 contacts as numbers 1-999, or still dial any phone number normally. In addition, you can begin typing the name of a contact (using the old T9 key method) to easy search for a contact to call. The app's chat button also immediately opens up the chat app with the person you have entered. Great app. Worth the $3 for the full version.
Review by dpeshmode on OneTouch Purple- All-in-One Phone App.