Phillip's Memory Wall
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Phil was always a kind and gentle person and a great lover of animals. I always enjoyed the conversations we had on any subject when he visited with a pet. He certainly expanded my knowledge in a number of areas and my retirement meant my learning curve dipped. God bless you Phil.
Dr Patrick Almus
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Patrick Almus
March 9th, 2020 at 6:00pm
I first met Phil at Lake Michigan College in January of 1985. I had just switched majors to journalism and met Phil where we both worked for the college newspaper, The Journal. While there, we had many wacky and madcap adventures, which I will never forget; and neither will the administration. He introduced me to some great music, British comedies, and much more. I will never forget how he would delight in tormenting, with good humor, our late friend Fred Jung, with his wit and intelligence. Thank you Phil for all the great memories. Rest in Peace my friend.
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Ted Lausman
February 26th, 2020 at 6:03pm
Phillip was intelligent, witty, and opinionated........from childhood. He truly was an original person; he copied no one and was his own person. I loved talking with him and wish that I had spent more time with him because I enjoyed every moment we ever spent together whether skiing in Michigan, Vail, or Aspen, at Road America watching the races, at the beach, or drinking beer. I was lucky to know Phil since he was a little kid and to watch him grow up into the fascinating person that he became. Rest In Peace.
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Erik Koik
February 25th, 2020 at 4:28pm
My uncle Phil always told us these crazy stories about a golden thing that causes something crazy to happen. He always knew how to pass the time and make everyone smile.He will be missed dearly.
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Ayden Michelle Harte
February 25th, 2020 at 3:37pm
Phillip gave me a lot of laughs during the years that I have known him. Hearing of his death has left me with a loss of words for Laurie, my sister Barbara. and the Harte Brothers' and their families. God bless them all.
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Kathy Jones
February 25th, 2020 at 2:43pm
Phil had a special bond with all of his family. Specially his nieces and nephews. You never had to ask who their favorite uncle was. My youngest had him wrapped around his finger and he knew it. They would spend hours drawing, playing games, watching YouTube videos. Although he was very opinionated, when it came to family and friends he was selfless. No matter what was going on in his life, you could always count on him for anything. He will be missed.
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Patrick Harte
February 25th, 2020 at 1:55pm
