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PHILLIP ALLEN Obituary

ALLEN--Phillip R., passed March 1, 2012. Actor of stage, screen and television. Studied at Neighborhood Playhouse and starred in Pulitzer Prize winning play "That Championship Season" and Albee's "Zoo Story", both of which he won best acting awards. He also performed in the controversial award-winning theatrical performance dealing with AIDS, "The Normal Heart." Phillip went on to do "Are You Now or Have You Ever Been?". The entire New York cast won an ensemble acting award. Recurring roles in television series: "The Mary Tyler Moore Show", "Bad News Bears", "Happy Days" and with Tom Hanks in "Bosom Buddies" - IMDB and many more. An actor's actor who always left the audience smiling. Phillip was the brilliant raconteur and will be remembered by his friends as a gifted chameleon on stage and screen. Phillip's films included "Onion Fields", "Star Trek III", "Mommie Dearest" and "Midway" to name a few. Survivors include Joanie, his wife, muse and soulmate of 40 years, and devoted son Keegan who follows in his father's footsteps presently starring in the hit television series "Pretty Little Liars".

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Published by New York Times on Mar. 20, 2012.

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Cathy Hoferka

March 14, 2020

I miss you Phillip, I miss your sense of humor and that infectious laugh of yours. Rest easy Phillip.


Love
Cathy

Em D.

April 7, 2012

I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Rest in peace and may your memory live on in all of our hearts. Luv ur son in Pretty Little Liars!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tracy

April 6, 2012

I can't think of anything sweeter than to hear Phillip and my Ruby read a scene together and watch them sparkle and laugh. What a honey of a man, talented and charming and with a good heart too. We miss you Phillip, much love, Tracy, Ruby, Julian and Ronald. To Joanie and Keegan, all our love always.

April 1, 2012

r.i.p i'm sure your son would be proud of you <3

Taylor Reynolds

March 25, 2012

I love your son in PPL. you will be missed

Marcela Cardinalli

March 25, 2012

I pray with all my heart for you. Rest in peace. The world loves you.

Tonya Waugh

March 24, 2012

You brought a great light into so many people's lives with your work and your talent. You will be deeply missed by all those whose lives you have touched. My condolences go to your wife and son.

Jerrad Vunovich

March 21, 2012

Your son is an amazing person and friend. Rest In Peace.

Charles Dobson

March 21, 2012

Here's to you, my friend!! All the fun crazy times we've had together......good and great. There were never any 'bad ones'!! My condolences to Joanie and Keegan. I will miss you!!
-Charlie Dobson (Brooklyn, NY)

Ed Bishop

March 21, 2012

Phillip's love for his mountain home, the trees, animals and creeks never left his thoughts. The memories that we shared and the acts of kindness to one another will always be remembered. Phillip always was so thankful and gracious for life's small gifts and we will always think of him with his overpowering smile and quick retorts. Phillip was my friend, and when it came time to leave his home he would say "can't you stay a little longer", "Stay" is a charming word in a friends vocabulary. Our love and Prayers go out to Joanie and Keegan.
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March 21, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Phillip was our neighbor in Pittsburgh The Joe Schanck family
Pittsburgh,Pa

Scott Corbett

March 21, 2012

I will always remember Phillip's bright playful spirit. And that smile! My thoughts and prayers to you and Keegan. Peace be with you.

Tamara Baker

March 20, 2012

We love you guys so much and will miss Phillip dearly. It seems like we're constantly thinking of him. Fugetaboutit! Love you! The Bakers

Linda Parker-Fedak

March 20, 2012

My thoughts and prayers to the family of this talented man. What a wonderful career he had and passed down to his son. He will be missed...

Nicolette Smith

March 20, 2012

"As a well spent day brings happy sleep, so life well used brings happy death" - Leonardo DaVinci.
I know he lived his life well. I'm sorry for your loss. He will be proud that you are living your life to the fullest as well. Cherish the memories you have together forever.

Greg Siak

March 20, 2012

Joanie and Keegan, Very sorry to hear of your loss. Wish we could have spent more time together. He was truely a talented man and I'm very proud of all of his acomplishments. Greg, Sue and Chris Siak

Christine S.

March 20, 2012

My condolences go out to Keegan and his family. So sorry for your loss.

Emily Abdallah

March 20, 2012

Keegan, Im sorry to hear of your loss. He is in heaven watching you with a smile and is super proud of you!!- My thoughts are with you.

Luce C

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss, Keegan and family♥ May he rest in peace. He's in a better place now.

danielle McCabe

March 20, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Karen Kam

March 20, 2012

My condolences to Keegan and family,
It is hard to get go of someone so dear and close to your heart but, even though he is not in your presence, he is still here in our heart leaving all the memories and good times behind for you to keep.

Allie T

March 20, 2012

To Keegan and family,
Treasure every memory, no matter how small! Thinking of you during this sad time.

Pâmela Cruz

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss, he was a good man, just like you, he is in a better place now and I'm sure that he is so proud of you. Stay strong and remember: you have your fans here, you can trust us, we love you. He is taking care of you all the time, I'm really sorry. With love, your biggest fan. ?

Emile Angela Daquila

March 20, 2012

My condolences to you and your family, Keegan. Your father is in a better place now. Stay strong. God bless you and your mom.

Vee Cahill

March 20, 2012

I'm sorry for your lost, Keegs. May he rest in peace. He was a great man who will surely be missed...

Marion S

March 20, 2012

So sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you. Stays Strong, God bless you and your mommie. All my love Keegan.

Najat Jabri

March 20, 2012

My condolences Keegan & Family Allen.. Keeping your father in my prayers..
Lots of Love ~Najat from the Netherlands

Elise Arcentales

March 20, 2012

My condolances for the Allen family, i'm prety sure his so proud of Keegan

Shay Gavin

March 20, 2012

Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family!

Lilu

March 20, 2012

To Keegan and family, I am so sorry to hear this. Keeping you in my thoughts <3.

Anna Castro

March 20, 2012

Keegan, I am soo sorry for your loss. Your father was a great man. I am sure he is proud of how ar you have gotten in life. We all love you. Stay strong.

Charlene Guichard

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you . Keegan, I think your dad is very proud of you. RIP. All my love.

Margaux

March 20, 2012

Sending a lot of love & courage to all the family. My thoughts are with you Keegan & Joanie...

Pegan Orellanes

March 20, 2012

So very sorry for your families loss. It is a hard thing to loose a parent, it doesn't get easier but i pray that you and your family find the peace that you need to keep moving on, and know that he is always watching out for you!

Jovana Stojanovic

March 20, 2012

Mrs. Allen,Keegan,I am so sorry for your loss. I can`t even start to imagine how you must be feeling right now. But with a family like yours to keep his memory alive,I`m sure he will be remebered in the best way possible. Stay strong,you`ve got all our love and support. RIP Phillip Allen.

hayley pompi

March 20, 2012

Keegan, words can't even begin to explain how sorry I am. You are both in my thoughts and prayers and God will help you through this difficult period in your life. We love you!

Rocío L.

March 20, 2012

My condolances, Keegan and Joanie. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Stay strong. Much love from Spain.

Letícia Vellardo

March 20, 2012

Stay Strong Keegan and Joanie. We all love you. You stay here for you.

March 20, 2012

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G.D.

March 20, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with the whole family.

Margaret H

March 20, 2012

Sorry to hear of your loss, God keep and comfort you. Keegan I am sure he is so proud of you. Take care of your mom.

Read Parker

March 20, 2012

Joanie and Keegan, my thoughts and prayers are with you both. I will think of him every time I am in the Sierras fly-fishing the streams. He will always be with us.

Amanda Bahlman

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry for your lost</3

Ana Beatriz Grossi

March 20, 2012

RIP Phillip R. Allen. Stay strong Joanie and Keegan. We love you. Keegan and Joanie,we are here for you. And Keegan,im proud of you,and im sure that you dad and your mom too. Love you

Marissa M

March 20, 2012

I am sorry for your loss and I'm praying for you guys. Stay strong.

Maylen Paz

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry Keegan, we don't know each other but in this moment I have no words, it's a just a terrible situation but your father Phillip will always be proud of you. My sincere condolences to you and your family. I'm from Ecuador and we love you!

Casey Riddle

March 20, 2012

Keegan I'm so sorry about the loss of your father. He was a great man and is now in heaven watching over you and the great things you are going to accomplish in your life.

Maylen Paz

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry Keegan, we don't know each other but in this moment I have no words, it's a just a terrible situation but your father Phillip will always be proud you. My sincere condolences to you and your family. I'm from Ecuador and we love you!

Gislaine Assunção

March 20, 2012

My condolences Keegan and family. I know how being in that situation, and say the pain will not go, but it gets lighter with time. Cry what you have to cry, but always smile when you remember it. Surely this is what he expects of you. xoxo Gislâine Assunção- Brazil

Elena Root

March 20, 2012

An Angel has earned his wings and sings with the choir as he watches over his loved ones. Condolences to you. Praying for your family in your time of sorrow.

vicky calvin

March 20, 2012

So sorry to hear about your loss . thoughts are with you and your family

Lexy Johnson

March 20, 2012

so sorry for your loss...wish the family the best.

Melanie Clark

March 20, 2012

There are never any words at a time like this...he will be watching from above, proudly as ever. Sorry to hear of his passing.

April Bozman

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear that, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Ron

March 20, 2012

I am so sorry for you loss my thoughts and prayers are with the family. It's a terrible tragedy to lose a loved one.

Stephanie H

March 20, 2012

Keegan....So sorry for your loss...your father will be watching you proudly from up above now....my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...

Cathy

March 20, 2012

Joanie and Keegan, I am still in shock, I can't get over that this brilliant soul no longer walks the earth. I will never forget his visits to Pittsburgh and our little "adventures". He was a unique, kind, rowdy, intelligent, humorous, and wonderful human. I am proud to be related to him and to both of you. You are always welcome in my home and I will always be here for both of you. I love you all.

Marina Christo

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear about ur lost. Condolences to all the family and friends, Phillip was a great actor. He'll be the angel looking for all the family and friends.

ashlee

March 20, 2012

May you find peace and happiness! Sorry for your families loss

Rachel Orozco

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry, Keegan. I know we don't know each other, but you should know that your fans, friends, and family will always be there to support you. I never knew your dad's story, and I find it to be so fascinating and inspiring. God Bless. <3

Bea

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry for the family, have faith.

Lisa Lorge

March 20, 2012

All my thoughts , wishes, and love are with the Allen family.

D Iglesias

March 20, 2012

So sorry to learn of your loss. May you all find comfort in God's promises during this trying time. God bless-

Teri

March 20, 2012

Ohh sorry to hear that. Condolences to all the family and friends. You will be an Angel now looking after your family

Savannah Drake

March 20, 2012

I'm so sorry about your dad, Keegan. Love ya!

Marcy Walsh

March 20, 2012

Phillip was one-of-a-kind, a bright light, a lyrical voice. I'll never forget our days at Harper House... sharing cake with Phillip for Ava's first birthday... his beautiful singing... the sounds of the the piano coming from a place so full of life and joy. We will miss him dearly. Many prayers and blessings to you and Keegan.

Richard

March 20, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May you find comfort in the Bibles hope for our dead loved ones.

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