Philip J. Blinn

Linda, I am so sorry to hear about Phil's passing. The last time I saw you two was the class reunion in 1991, when a group of us went back to his mother's house and continued to hang out till very late. Phil and I made plans to stay in touch, but I guess life got in the way. My loss and my deep regret. When I think of Phil now, a sense of sadness comes over me, but leaves quickly because I always picture him smiling and laughing. John Bowes

Very sorry to hear of Phil's passing. I had a good conversation with him at the class reunion in June 2022. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

I am sorry for your loss. We all had a wonderful time at OSSH..

Dear Linda and family--I will really miss not seeing Phil out on his walks or mowing the lawn next door. Phil was a wonderful person and neighbor; he will be greatly missed--Our condolences. The Kilburn Family and Josephine.

Linda and family, Robert and I send our deepest condolences. Phil was our Windham Tech Class of 80´ advisor, our social studies teacher and he was one of Robert`s basketball coaches. Phil never missed a class reunion and the next one won´t be the same without him. Cherish the memories you´ve made together over the years and find comfort in them. Sincerely, Robert & Sherri Von Edwins

My sincere condolences to the Blinn Family. Lynn Stout Paparella Stowe, Vermont (OSHS Class of 1969)

To the Blinn family- On behalf of myself being a former student of Phil Blinn dating back to mid 1980s era at Windham Tech, I was sorry to read of his passing. I had Phil as a History class student and later connected with him when he was a guidance counselor at nearby Ellis Tech, and he was a gentleman and a true dedicated educator and he will be missed by many. My condolences to his family from afar. Respectfully submitted- David Pelletier Philadelphia, PA

Phil and I attended ECSC after high school in Old Saybrook. Phil had a carat that time, I did not. Although we didn't see each other much on campus, Phil always called if he was driving home to offer me a ride. I often accepted his generous offer and we would catch up on the ride home. Thankfully we had the opportunity to catch up again at our reunion last summer. My thoughts and prayers for Phil's family - he spoke so lovingly of you all during our last conversation. Sincerely, Nancy Gozzo

When we were kids, Phil and I got into mischief by walking out to the lighthouse in Saybrook. The door was opened so we went in and climbed the stairs to the top. While looking out, taking in a fantastic view of the horizon and sound, we saw the Lighthouse Keeper walking the jetty. Nowhere to run! Busted, grounded, and lectured. We laughed about this story at the reunion. Our condolences to you, Linda and your family. Sincerely, Frank & Lynette Benzinger