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Philip Kamp Obituary

Philip Perry Kamp

Resident of Belmont

With great sorrow, we announce the passing of Philip Perry Kamp, 65. Phil lost his battle with pancreatic cancer on December 17, 2010. Phil was preceded in death by parents, Philip E. and Jean Kamp, and will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Elizabeth (Rick) Tyson, grand daughter, Kayla, step children, Sean O'Sullivan, Theresa O'Sullivan, sisters Barbara (Bob) Haehnel, and Terri (Khy) Vijeh, girlfriend Wendy Higham, as well as his loving aunt, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Please join us in celebrating Phil's life at Hakone Gardens, 21000 Big Basin Way, Saratoga at 1:00 - 4:00 on January 15, 2011. (www.philkamp.blogspot.com). In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to PanCAN. (877) 272-6226, www.pancan.org. COLMA CREMATION & FUNERAL SERVICES.www.colmacremation.com.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times from Jan. 1 to Jan. 3, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Philip Kamp

17 Entries

Susanne Harker

December 30, 2011

My sincere condolences to Barbara, Terri, Elizabeth, family & friends...

I just very recently became aware of Phils passing, I would like to share a few memories of my time with Phil.

I had the pleasure of knowing Phil, and spending many wonderful times with him...We shared a love of maps, motorcycles, music and great adventures.

Phil was a Master of "Plans"...I appreciated that as I never had any, it was something that he always teased me about, he chose to navigate via maps verses GPS, which being from that age group, I thought to be very respectable, I never worried when traveling with Phil, as we Never got lost :) He was a Master mechanic, restoring my father's old Evanrude boat motor so that we could join his friends for a dingy race at Gold Lake...we came close to winning, but isn't it really about the joy in trying!

One of Phil's favorite memories: It was the night he Out Ran the motorcycle cop..."Maybe I was riding a "little too fast"...I saw the cop just about when he saw me, so I pulled back on the throttle, trying to keep the front end down, twisted through the city streets, and back alleys, lookin' for the on ramp to the highway...I knew that once I reached the "sweet spot" in the RPM range, that the cop would Never see my license plate again!" With eyes beaming, he exclaimed..."What a Ride!"

I truly loved and appreciated Phil...he was a "Top Notch" human being, which is Rare!

I love you...will see you again someday!

Susanne

Debbie Aslin

January 14, 2011

I was very sad to hear about Phil's passing. I rode with him with the San Mateo Hog for years. We will miss his warm, quite ways! He was always a gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Tony Mateo and Phil Kamp at work- PALS

James Schanmier

January 13, 2011

January 12, 2011

I was shocked to hear about Phil's passing. We first met in early 1969 when we started working together in CCTV. We quickly became friends and that summer we took vacation together to Hawaii and had a great time. Phil was Best Man at our wedding and I at his wedding. We spent some great times waterskiing together at Lake Shasta, Clear Lake and other lakes around the Bay area. Phil bought his home in Belmont not too long after we bought ours in Newark and the homes were even similar in age, size and design. Phil was a true gentleman and pleasant to be around. His attention to detail in the projects he undertook always impressed me, from his Volkswagon Beetle to the remodelling of his home. He was a craftsman. We always had so many topics to talk about because of his varied interests. I have always considered Phil to be my longest and closest friend and I will miss him greatly. My heart goes out to his family and to Wendy for their loss.

Sylvia Rogier

January 11, 2011

I am really sad to learn about Phil's passing. I remember many motorcycle rides in which we both participated. He was so nice, so mellow, so accessible. Gosh, this is really sad.

New Hampshire 2008

Helen Boyd

January 10, 2011

Oh Phil!

Seeing your picture just brought back to us what a terrible loss your passing is - so many happy memories... but so many dreams unfulfilled... so many conversations still to be had... so many, many miles left to ride....

They say it takes a minute to find a special person, an hour to appreciate them, a day to love them, but then an entire life to forget them. You were one of those special people, someone we loved from the moment we first met you. Your interest and understanding of so many subjects - from motorcycles to cars to science to food to cats - to life itself - made you such a fascinating companion. Our vacation together on the motorcycles in New Hampshire in 2008 was a time of non-stop fun and exploration, and we are all devastated you didn't have the chance to come back this fall for the Nova Scotia ride.

I just want to thank you for all you have done for my sister Wendy. Your kindness and understanding - and your Harley! - have made the last few years some of the happiest years of her life. It seemed that you two had finally found in one another that perfect companion, both on and off the motorcycle, and I know you both had such wonderful plans for the future. How unfair that it all ended far too soon!

May the wind be always at your back, may the sun always shine, and may your Harley always start!

With Love,
Wendy's sister, Helen
Alan Smith

My Protector - My Brother, Phil

Terri Vijeh

January 9, 2011

Dear Phil,

Thank you for being a wonderful older brother to me. You were kind, considerate and protective. You did many things to help me throughout my life. You always made me feel safe and cared about.

You taught me how to drive a car (in your own car) with a manual transmission, and you were a very patient driving instructor. You picked out my first car for me…a 1955 VW Bug, white with red leather upholstery, a small oval rear window and turn signals that popped out of the side and lighted up (which you meticulously restored to working condition). When my car broke down, you repaired it for me. You made it possible for me to own my second car, a blue Karmen Ghia, which we bought in non-running condition, and then you rebuilt the engine in it. What a great car that was!

I remember going with you to pick up your new water ski boat when you bought it. I remember water-skiing with that boat “The Green Pickle” at Lake Berryessa. We also went snow skiing a couple of times at Lake Tahoe. You used to have a motorcycle (I believe it was a Honda) and you would take me for a ride on it once in a while. Those were fun times!

I always felt safe when I was with you…my big brother was always there to protect me. I liked riding in the car with you when you drove because you were such a good driver, not too fast or too slow, gentle easy turns, smooth stops and starts. You never drove in an unsafe manner.

You were the one who always remembered everyone’s birthday with a birthday card, including mine, Khy’s, Richard’s and Peter’s. You were a good uncle to our son’s.

You were always offering your help to me and Khy when we had fix-up projects on our house. When we bought our property in Pollock Pines, you came up to help us work on it the very first day, in cold December. It started to snow and we decided to go back to Somerset before the snow got too thick. The lights wouldn’t work in our old Volvo and you held the flashlight so Khy could see where we were driving on the dark, snowy and winding road.

I have many happy memories of our lives together as children and adults. You were very fortunate that you loved many people and you were loved in return. Happy memories and love, these are the most important things in life, and you had them.

Your Loving Sister, Terri

Neil Rodrigues

January 4, 2011

Phil Kamp - It is said that "it is not what you take when you go, but what you leave behind". Phil left great memories with me and others... Phil and I participated together in an enthusiast club for motorcycles. During our shared time in club events Phil was Always a kind, supportive, knowledgeable and interesting member. Phil maintained his machine to impeccable standards along with his behavior, and was always a pleasant and interesting soul to speak with. Phil is missed. God bless Phil!

Jeff Schlocker

January 4, 2011

Jan 4, 2011
Phil:

I really enjoyed talking about our shared passion for flying and riding motorcycles...

Keep an eye on all of us from above.

You left us too soon.

Philip Smith

January 3, 2011

To Wendy and all the family of Phil I send my condolences and comfort. I didn't know Phil for many years but was acquainted with him for about six years. I had a deep respect for him in the way he treated everyone. He was always kind and I never heard him gossip about anyone. I particularly enjoyed the ride last July at Mammoth Mountain when he and Wendy led me on a great motorcycle tour east of I-395. Some of it was awe inspiring and some of it was very fast. The road was at times beautiful sweeps with great views and some of it was like a roller coaster. I remember asking Wendy how she liked it riding with Phil so fast. She said like a little girl with a grin from ear to ear "Wow that was great". We will miss Phil greatly. I hope to join him some day with our Heavenly Father. Phil Smith, California Posse MC.

Phil at work Montara Peak. Phil would often walk around the top and enjoy the view before heading back. Camera Phone photo- SOrry

James Schanmier

January 3, 2011

Theresa Clary

January 3, 2011

Not able to make the service but wanted to say I am so sorry to hear about Phil. I work at the PG&E office in San Carlos. We use to talk often especially the last couple years about retiring. Phil was always such nice guy and we will miss him here. May he now be in the presence of our Father and may God give you and your family peace and strength during this time.

James Schanmier

January 3, 2011

You will be missed my Friend. You truly were a Kind sole and I will think of you often. I didnt know you as long as many but I will never forget the good times we had together at work. I will never Forget the way you talked about your daughter- I remember when you said with a tear in one eye and a smile on your face she was the one thing- the best thing!! Wendy he spoke so highly of you too! My heart goes out to your Family. James Schanmier Belmont

January 3, 2011

You will be missed my Friend. You truly were a Kind sole and I will think of you often. I didnt know you as long as many but I will never forget the good times we had together at work. I will never Forget the way you talked about your daughter- I remember when you said with a tear in one eye and a smile on your face she was the one thing- the best thing!! I have never looked at my own son the same since. Wendy he spoke so highly of you too! My heart goes out to your Family and friends. I remember the things you taught me, I only wish I had more time to pay you back. I miss you buddie! James Schanmier Belmont

Newton -|-

January 1, 2011

To the Kamp family, sorry for your loss, may GOD give you his LOVE, PEACE, and STRENGTH in this time of sorrow. May he R.I.P -|-

Eve Vuillemainroy

January 1, 2011

Elizabeth, I'll always remember your dad as a gentle, kind, and loving man. My heart goes out to you and all who continue to love him in their hearts. Love to you and your family, Eve Vuillemainroy.

Robert Bruce Haehnel

January 1, 2011

Oh boy … how does one reduce a thirty seven year relationship down to a few words that captures the truth and spirit of it all … one tries but one doesn’t. Phil came to me through my wife, his beloved sister Barbara, and most certainly was a major joy in my marriage. Over the years Phil and I developed a relationship along side of the typical “brother-in-law” role. Mutual interests in various aspects of life lead us to alone time, which lead to bonding conversations. We got to know each other in a place of trust and respect, and Phil was easy to respect. He was made of the stuff you’d want your airline pilot, brain surgeon or school bus driver made from. He was smart, curious, methodical, and conscientious; he was thoughtful, considerate and polite. As a combat veteran, I was always impressed how Phil openly expressed his regret over not serving in the military and his gratitude for those who did by frequently giving up his Memorial Day barbeque to attend services at Golden Gate National Cemetery ... he didn’t just “talk the talk”, he “walked the walk”. He would have been a great one. I admired him for lovingly raising children not from his own seed, like they were his own. I looked up to Phil, and not just by handing him tools as he repaired the solar panels on my roof … but as a man, as a human being. I love you Bro ... and yes, “it was a grand ride”.

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