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Philip Dolan Obituary

DOLAN, Philip E. 70 of Norwell formerly of Milton died Sunday, April 25, 2010 at the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth after a brief illness. The son of the late Melvin and Marjorie (Hoy) Dolan, he was born in Boston on May 10, 1939. Philip Dolan was an award-winning artist whose paintings are represented in various collections on both east and west coasts. In his colorful and energized abstractions, he explored the chaotic nature of life and its capacity for violent surges and reinvention. He was trained at Massachusetts College of Art and received a scholarship for his master's degree at Ohio University. With a parallel career in publishing that spanned decades, he also developed educational books for both Ginn and Company and Houghton Mifflin Company, where he received several book design awards. To view Philip's work, visit www.PhilipDolan.com. He is survived by his wife Virginia (Rizzo) Dolan, father of Christopher D. Dolan and his wife Cindy of FL, Kirsten G. Russo and her husband Steven of Bridgewater, and Alexander P. Dolan and his wife Sabrina Moreno Dolan of NY, brother of Roger J. Dolan and his wife Rochelle of CA and John M. Dolan and his wife Esther also of CA, brother-in-law of Eleanor and David Morris of Middleboro and Aida Joyce of AZ, grandfather of Hannah G. and Graham P. Russo. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Visiting hours in the Sullivan Funeral Home, 551 Washington St, Rte 53 in HANOVER on Thursday from 4-7 PM. Funeral Mass on Friday at 10 AM in St. Mary of the Sacred Heart Church, 392 Hanover St., Rte 139 in Hanover. Interment in Milton Cemetery. For directions and our online guest book, visit SullivanFuneralHomes.com 781-878-0920 Family Owned & Operated Since 1897

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Published by Boston Globe on Apr. 28, 2010.

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Peter and Donna Pietropaolo

May 9, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

May 6, 2010

To Phil's family,
I will remember Phil for his ever-present smile, his sense of humor, and the calm he would always bring in the face of deadlines, chaos, and pressures at Houghton Mifflin. I am grateful for all of the times he was there--offering a common-sense solution --and willing to listen.
Donna White

May 3, 2010

Dear Gingie, Kirsten, Christopher and Alex and families,

We are so sorry to hear about Philip, Husband and Dad. We know and love "Gingie and Philip" or "Philip and Gingie" and never in our thoughts separate the two. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.

Judy and Michael Mansisdor

Rob Hoy

May 1, 2010

I want to send my condolences to Philip's family. I have fond memories of him and the whole Dolan family from not so long ago when we were all young. May God bless him and gather him in his arms.

Jeffrey Dinardo

April 29, 2010

Phil was a pleasure to know. I learned a lot from him about the publishing world and just discovered he was a painter as well. His work is amazing but that is not surprising. He was a great friend and mentor.

Stuart Murphy

April 29, 2010

I have such fond memories of Philip's wonderful sense of humor, his high-quality style, and his ever-present creative spirit. His many contributions to the design of educational materials are to be celebrated. Nancy and I send our condolences to Ginnie and to Philip's entire family at this very sad time.

Samantha Wilder Oliver

April 28, 2010

To Philip's Family, I had the extreme pleasure of working with Philip at Houghton Mifflin. He made working at HMCo a memorable experience - he was a wonderful teacher, college, and friend. I was so sad to hear of his passing. I had hoped our paths would cross again someday... I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts are truely with you! Fondly,

Linda Perona

April 28, 2010

I will miss my friend Philip walking at the mall, my prayers are with you all

Janet Rizzo

April 28, 2010

Dear Gingie, Chris, Kirsten and Alex

I was so sad to hear of Philip's passing.

I will always have wonderful memories of him.

Love, Janet

Michelle Davis Petelinz

April 28, 2010

Ginnie,
My memories of Houghton Mifflin are filled with Philip's talent, kindness, and humor. He taught me so much about the world of design; things I still use to this day. His was a gentle, creative spirit, who touched so many lives in such a positive way. I'm sad that I won't be able to be with you, but please know that you, Chris, Kirsten and Alex are in my thoughts.

Bonny Rizzo

April 28, 2010

Dear Gingie and Family,

We are so sorry to hear about Philip. We are thinking about you and you are in our prayers.

Bonny & Richie

Mike Maloney

April 28, 2010

Dear Gingie, Chris, Kirsten and Alex,

I was so saddened to hear of Philip's passing.

I will always remember the many warm and happy times spent with him. You are all in my thoughts at this time.

ann young-hatton

April 28, 2010

One of my most fond memories of Philip is the day before easter when he was about three or four and he was at his grandmother's house in Milton and he was skipping around the house saying "I'm the easter bunny, mommy Dolan".....I remember his first summer in Hull and the thrill when his mother let me push his carriage.

April 28, 2010

Dear Gingie and Family,

I was so sad to hear the news about Philip. I am thinging of you all and know that the wonderful memeories you have will help you through this difficult time.

I am in California on business and will not be able to attend the services, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Karyn Rizzo

April 28, 2010

Ginger,
My mum just shared your sad news. I am truly, truly sorry to hear! Such a sweet, kind man Phillip was, and such a sweet kind couple you were!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Laura (Romano) Peters

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