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Philip Platten Obituary
Buffalo Junction, Virginia: 54, passed into God's hand on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 of acute melanoma and spinal cancer. He is survived by his life companion of 28 years, Dennis Lockard, Buffalo Junction, VA, his mother Eileen Platten of Rochester New York, brothers Eugene Mack, George Mack, Edward McNamara, Daniel Platten, John Platten, Denis Platten, and sister Marie Platten and nephews Joe Mack, Jim Mack, David Mack, Sean McNamara, and nieces Erin Mooney, and Sharon Mack.
Philip was born in Rochester, New York. A graduate of Bishop Kearney High School in Rochester, Philip also attended the Rochester Institute of Technology.
Phil was a respected longtime antiques dealer doing shows from Texas to Florida to Massachusetts as well as an accomplished singer-songwriter and bass guitarist having been in several regionally acclaimed bands in both Indiana, Pennsylvania and in Reading, Pennsylvania. Since moving to Virginia 15 years ago, he concentrated his attention on antiques and his songwriting having ties to the Nashville community. He was member of Morgantown, Cambridge, and Heisey glass clubs and the Transferware Club. Phil had chosen to have his ashes placed in Ireland where he had hoped to retire.
An open house will be held at a later date at his home in Buffalo Junction, VA.
A Memorial Mass will be held Thursday, November 15, 2007, at Christ the King Church, 445 Kings Highway South, Rochester, NY.
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Eva Pennington
June 20, 2025
He was a good friend, I had the privilege of going to England with him and Dennis, Wonderful memories and wonderful friends, my heart is so saddened by his loss. Eva Pennington
sandy miller
November 7, 2024
I will always remember Phil as the sweet, smart, kind friend he was to me
. I think of him often. Sending love, Sandy
adele morris
February 8, 2008
What a gentle soul Phil was, his hugs were the best. He will always be remember for: Over The Garden Wall. Dennis you have my heart and prayers. George left for the heavenly home in 1999, still miss him every day. Surely Phil will sing for him. Thanks for your friendship Dennis, may God Bless you.
Anne Corrigan
January 2, 2008
Ionly spoke to you on the phone twice,the last time was just before you left the Hospital; 2 days before you died. The acceptance of your illness and your resignation to God's will was remarkable. It will stay with me ALWAYS. God rest your gentle soul.
Mike & Mari-Anne Burke
December 28, 2007
We were devistated when we got your Holiday card last week. For Phil the race is run and the mystery revealed. Those of us left behind need to heal with the help of one another.Mike & Mari-Anne/Spode Pink Tower
Sylvia Rozzelle
December 26, 2007
Phil touched my heart as a friend many years ago. It is truly my fortune to have known him. With his passing we all are reminded that living is short term, but, love is forever. My deepest sympathy is extended to Dennis and to Phil's family.
Irma Cole, Trillium Antiques
December 21, 2007
I was so very sad to learn of Phil's passing. It is such a shock and great loss to all who knew him. My heart aches for his family, many friends, and especailly Dennis.
JD Kennedy
December 20, 2007
It brought great sadness to hear of Philip's passing - far too soon and far to quickly. He brought life and happiness to all. He will be greatly missed, but long remembered.
Joe and Florence Solito
December 9, 2007
We will remember Phil's smile and the nice person that he is. To know him was to like him
and consider him a Freind
Heart Felt Sympathy to Dennis and all of Phil's Loved Ones
Florence Solito
Joe Solito
Sandy Miller
December 9, 2007
There are no words to describe the sadness and grief I am feeling at the loss of my dear friend, Phil. So many times we shared meals, visits to my home, visits to Dennis and Phil's incredible home, meals at Brimfield, letting me stay with them at Brimfield. To say that Brimfield will never be the same is such an understatement. Phil always showed so much interest in what I am doing, was always so eager to discover new trends,a new angle. He was always the healthy eater, the runner among us. It all seems so unfair. My heart goes out to Dennis, to suffer such a profound loss. My sister passed away the same week from cancer. I hope Phil gives her the same warmth of spirit and joy that he gave to all of us.
Mary Healy
December 5, 2007
I knew Phil R.I.P. seven years coming to the guest house and immediately I saw a kind gentle sweet and loving man whom I am privilaged to call our friend as he was with my family. We were so saddened with the news of Phil's illness and God Bless Dennis for letting us know. We called him just a week before his passing to speak with him. Phil, R.I.P. was so upbeat and speaking about coming to visit etc - so brave. Then he spoke with my 17 year old daughter for 15 minutes all about her studies and the music of course. Afterwards, she just lay on the bed and cried for such a long time. It was her saddess phone call ever so far. Dennis we love you and send our sympathy to you on such a great loss but we hope you will visit with us again. We will have a wee toast with a toddy or two. To Eileen, who I had the privilage to meet also, we are so sorry for the loss of your wonderful son and a wave of sympathy to all the family. You have an angle looking after all of you from above. Much love and many blessing to all of you who will miss our dear and wonderful, kind friend Phil, R.I.P.
Pat Luke
November 27, 2007
I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Phil's death. My husband and I met Phil at the Atlantic City Antique Show (probably 12 years ago) in what was to be the beginning of replacing and adding to my "everyday dishes!" Phil would always laugh affectionately at my "birthday or Christmas wish list" and end with "you know we will try to find these pieces." One of my fondest memories is when my friend Lydia(NC) and I went to visit Phil and Dennis at their home. It was just delightful to have the grand tour of their property and "behind the scenes of their successful transfer/china business!" Phil always made you feel like his select & special customer. I will miss his radiant smile and soul. Our heartfelt prayers and sympathy go to Dennis and his family. Sincerely, Pat Luke(DE)
Phil 2007
November 25, 2007
Phililp, France 2005
November 25, 2007
Cindy Sullins, RN
November 24, 2007
I had the honor and privilege of caring for Phil in his final days. Although I only experienced a glimpse of his life (and what an incredible life it was), my memories of him and Dennis will be forever cherished in my heart.
Becky Ford
November 24, 2007
Phil... I miss you and think of you often. You were such a special person, always taking the time to ask how you are and listen to what you had to say. You have touched many many hearts and I know you knew this by the great number of phone calls you recieved in the hospital. I love you and miss you.
Your sister in law, Becky (Dennis's sister)
Bill & Jim
November 24, 2007
Phil certainly added something special to this earth, he will truly be missed by all who knew him.
Liz and Frank Kramar
November 24, 2007
The world lost a ray of sunshine when God took Phil's smile for his very own. We miss him and will forever cherish the experience of having known Phil. Dennis, we love you. You know you have our sympathy and prayers.
Rick Reynolds
November 23, 2007
Phil was one of my closest friends. We released our first record (Portable People- "Passion Beat") together back in 1981 and co-wrote over 100 songs. Phil was a great performer and bass player. He was also one of the kindest souls I have ever known. Generous and unassuming. Although we hadn't seen each other in years, we talked several times each year. Most recently, Phil was trying to locate tapes of our unreleased material so I could post it on my website for fans to listen to www.soundingrick.com
I learned of Phil's illness while on tour in Japan and had a chance to speak (and pray)with him by phone. I know he is in heaven and looking for a pen to write his next song! What a life to celebrate!
Caroline Randel
November 14, 2007
I am so shocked and sad about the loss of Phil. I only knew Phil from meeting him at the Charlotte antique fair twice a year, but that friendship spanned many years. I always looked forward to the November event, where I would always add to my collection of turkey china for my Thanksgiving table. I was just heartbroken to learn of his illness, and then his passing. He was a wonmderful, sweet man. To his Family and Loved Ones - Please know that Phil touched many people over the years in ways you can't possily know. He will always hold a special place in my heart and will be remembered fondly, especially at Thanksgiving, for the rest of my life.
Mimi Swaney
November 14, 2007
Our heart goes out to all of you at this time and in the days ahead. Phil will always be cherished by us and sadly missed. Our prayers and our thoughts are with you. Phil was a gentle soul and had a kind heart.
Mimi and Hank
Pam and Gene Konopka
November 14, 2007
The world of Antiques is greatly saddened by the untimely passing of such a great guy. Always a smile and a kind gentle word. He loved what he did and carried a quiet zest for life!! I will miss seeing him jog in the early morning before a show especially on Route 20 in Brimfield, Mass. He lived a healthy life and to be taken so young was a shock. He leaves many behind who loved and will miss him. To Dennis we say, he will always be a part of you and each of us and the world is going to miss the other hat. Hang in there and we are here for you!! To the Platten family, we did not know you, but we knew Phil loved you all very much. God Bless!
Mike Sortino
November 13, 2007
I have many good memories of Phil, especially watching and sometimes participating in the backyard and basement jam sessions. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Bill Ziegler
November 13, 2007
To The Platten Family, So sorry to hear about Phil. He was a great guy, I have alot of great memories of him. I will always remember him, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Carmen Mirabella
November 13, 2007
To the Platten family, we send you our sincerest and deepest sympathies for your loss. Phil was a very important part of our lives, and we will miss him and never forget him. May you find comfort in your faith and realize that he has gone to a better place. He will never be forgotten, and there will always be a special place in our hearts for him.
Carmen, Barbara, Matthew, Courtney & Patrick Mirabella
Charles Obi
November 13, 2007
We are very sad that Phil is gone.
We will miss him very much.He was a great friend. I am only sorry we were unable to see him more often.
He will always be in our prayers.
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