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Alix J posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Thinking of Phil years later and I came back to this page to leave this message. Phil was one of the most remarkably compassionate, accepting, and open-minded individuals that I've ever had the pleasure to know. I only knew him for a short while as a student, but the impact he left on my outlook in life is astronomical. He was an amazing professor and I cried when I found out about his passing.
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Jean-Francois Methot posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
I was a colleague of Phil in graduate studies in Ottawa. Looked up to him and he was an example for many of us. He was a real Philosopher. I am sorry to learn of his passing. Please accept my condolences. JF Méthot, Professor, Faculty of Philosophy, Dominican University College.
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Rod Michalko posted a condolence
Saturday, July 22, 2017
Dear Margaret, Family and Friends of Phil, I just heard of Phil's passing and am shocked. I haven't seen Phil since the liberal arts conference in Banff in 1996. I spent only a few years teaching along side Phil at Augustana but conversations with him remain vivid in my memory. We had many philosophical discussions, talks about teaching, and many debates regarding the Beatles vrs Stones. Somehow, Phil always came out on top. I am sincerely sorry for your loss and Phil will always remain an integral part of my life. Sincerely, Rod Michalko
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Will Sweet posted a condolence
Thursday, June 29, 2017
Dear Margaret, and family I just heard of Phil’s passing; please accept my deepest condolences. I have great memories of Phil when we were students at the U of O – many good discussions and many good times. Even though I haven’t seen him – or you all – in the subsequent years, I’ve often thought about Phil and the interests that we shared.From mutual friends, I heard about the many things that Phil did, and about how he flourished at Augustana I will keep him – and you all – in my thoughts and prayers. Will
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Tim and Debbie Trower posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 28, 2017
We are very saddened by Phil's passing. We have been friends for over forty years. Our condolences to Margaret and Tom, he will be missed. Tim and Deb Trower
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Mary Durand posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
To Margaret and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you as you deal with this unexpected loss of a dear person.
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Don and Joanne Myrehaug posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Margaret, Tom and Emily: we were so shocked and saddened when Jana sent us a message last night informing us of Phil's passing. We have so memories of the 8 years that you were our neighbours. God bless you all.
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Joan and Jamie Hahn posted a condolence
Monday, June 26, 2017
Dear Margaret and family: May God give you strength and peace at this very sad time. God Bless. Joan and Jamie
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Jason Peterson posted a condolence
Monday, June 26, 2017
All of us give our deepest sympathies to the family of an incredible man. Like my sister and best friend, I didn't come to Augustana to study philosophy. Yet after one class with Phil each of us were hooked and because of him, we all graduated with philosophy degrees. We felt so special to get to hang out with such an amazing guy outside of class. When I came back to teach at Augustana I felt the same way. Thank you Phil for all you gave us and all you did for us. (Also that you allowed me to graduate, even though only half my final paper, in my final course, made it to you from a rural, virus filled, internet cafe in rural Mexico. You never even told me there was a problem, just one of the many times you taught me about what is truly important. Thank You)
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Marissa and David Fearnside posted a condolence
Saturday, June 24, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss Margaret, Tom, and Emily. Phil was such a wonderful man who was very kind and had such a beautiful smile. Sending prayers and strength to all of you in this time of sorrow.
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Linda Trapp posted a condolence
Friday, June 23, 2017
I'm so very sorry for your loss Margaret, Thomas and Emily. I remember short conversations I've had with Phil over the years and the one I remember the most was one about a Rolling Stones concert he was either just going to or had just been too. He really was a great person and great fan of the Stones. At this time of sorrow may you find comfort in your memories. Thinking of all of you with sympathy.
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Sheila Holliston posted a condolence
Friday, June 23, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to you and yours, Margaret. We will remember you in our prayers. May good memories comfort you at this sad time. Sheila, Colleen, Susan, Gordon and families.
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Deborah posted a condolence
Thursday, June 22, 2017
Phil was simply one of the best. I shall miss him deeply.
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Chris Hart posted a condolence
Thursday, June 22, 2017
I'm very sorry. I can't believe you're gone. Chris
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Harold and Barb Merklinger posted a condolence
Thursday, June 22, 2017
To Margaret, Tom, Emily, Lynda and Don, We were greatly saddened to learn of Phil's sudden illness - and then devastated to hear of his passing. Phil was one of my hose exceptional people who just shouldn't die. He offered so much to everyone. Words are not sufficient to express our feelings and to offer our sympathies. As time passes we hope the shock will ease and we can rejoice as we remember his life. It is uplifting to read the many remembrances of Phil at the U Alberta/Augustana web site: https://news.augustana.ualberta.ca/2017/06/augustana-mourns-beloved-professor/
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Joyce Mellott posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
Margaret, we are so sorry to hear of Phil's passing and are sending positive and comforting thoughts and prayers to you and your family. May the love of family, friends and community surround you and comfort you at this difficult time.
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David and Darlene Dahle posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
Our condolences to Phil's family and the Augustana community on the untimely death of this much loved Augustana professor.
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Greg, Vicky and Sarah Barclay posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 20, 2017
Margaret, Tom and Emily - we were so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Phil. We hope your memories give you comfort in these difficult times. We are thinking of you all.
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Krista Larocque posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 20, 2017
My sincerest condolences to Phil's family. Phil inspired me to pursue philosophy and mentored me during my time at Augustana. He will be missed so much.
