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Philip Newman Obituary

November 24, 1964 - February 22, 2015 In memory of Philip Newman, who passed away from a tragic accident on Sunday February 22nd. He is predeceased by his father, William Newman and survived by mother Rozann Newman and sister Laura Newman. His eclectic and eccentric nature, his deep mind, his powerful soul, and his unceremonious generosity is greatly honored and will be intensely missed. Phil's spirit and impact will live on. We are sad and will miss him.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Feb. 25 to Mar. 1, 2015.

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nicky

February 20, 2025

My warmest thought goes to the memory of a candid soul such as Phil's and to Rozann and Laura that must hugely miss him

devora

February 19, 2023

blessings on this memorial day dearest Phil,
dearest Rozann and Laura
you're always in my heart.
Love Devora

Adam Ritzlin

March 17, 2015

Philip and I grew up together. He will be missed...

annette rukwied

February 27, 2015

dearest phil,
i am grateful that we met and then struck up this beautiful friendship faraway, so close,' across a continent, an ocean, and then some.
how i miss our conversations. your empathy and warmth, self-deprecating humor and intelligence, and your ability to distill magic from the sublime or, more often than not, quotidian. that was your alchemy.

my heart goes out to your mother and sister, and to your many loving friends. best of thoughts... alles liebe.

yours always.

Marguerite Topping

February 27, 2015

My condolences and deep sympathies to Rozann and Laura. Your loss cannot be justified or explained, only endured. Please be kind to yourselves and know that I am here for you in any capacity.

February 27, 2015

Rozann, Laura, Joel & Jeri
Our thoughts are with you at this time of your loss. Our deepest condolences,
Love,
JoAnn, Art, Marci, David, Mark & Patti.

Elliott Crawford

February 27, 2015

I was in a band with Phil. In my brief time around him everyone respected and loved him. I'm sure all that knew him have fond memories of Phil that will last forever. He'd probably roll his eyes, chuckle, and wouldn't want me to write that, but it's true. Condolences to his family and friends. I thought Phil was awesome.

Devora Lillian Polakoff

February 26, 2015

with love to Rozann and Laura, to All of the family and the abundance of loving friends Please accept my sincere condolences. this heart is aching with such a loss for words ,. Phil is a shining light of integrity and genuine love in my life. God Bless and keep him with love always and ever, Devora

nicola perali

February 26, 2015

I miei pi calorosi e affettuosi abbracci a Rozann e Laura. Vi penso tanto. nicky

Michael Glass

February 26, 2015

Phil,

Having you in my life as an integral part of my found family has been a wonderful gift and you are already very much missed. I will never forget you Phil, thank you for so many amazing memories.

I'm holding my best thoughts for your Mom and Laura, as well as of all of friends.

Until we meet again, with much love - M

Adrienne Forst

February 26, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Richard & Judi Bartoccini

February 26, 2015

We are heartbroken to hear of this tragic news. Please accept our sincere condolences with love to Roseann and Laura.

jamie rodney

February 25, 2015

Blessed to have been allowed to reconnect in this lifetime and come full circle. Centered. Balancing one another in a way that didn't require speaking.
Love and Light to Rozanne and Laura

Marcia Tanck

February 25, 2015

I am heartbroken for your huge loss . Sending you strength
and love in dealing with this. Special love to you Rozann and to Laura, Jeri and Joel.

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