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Everett McWhorter
May 6, 2025
I have one million memories of my grandfather and being with him, but the funniest one is when I was in Florida and he was driving a golf cart and I fell off being the clumsiest three year old ever.
Gregory Byrnes
July 9, 2024
Prayers and condolences. He was a consummate professional. He had the hands, as they say. I am grateful for help he gave my family.
Everett McWhorter
March 12, 2024
I had a good memory of us going tubing on Grampys boat and it was so funny when I fell off and it always made somewon smile. I also liked when we got to go to a field in Lake George and got to play baseball. Whenever it was the end of the trip we would go get ice cream and say goodbye to him. About every year we would go to an Easter Day parade and did an Easter egg hunt with Grampy and we had wanted a lot of candy but never did it.
Will McWhorter
February 29, 2024
I have a lot of memories of Grampy. Going on the boat with him was a lot of fun. He would take me, my siblings, and my cousins tubing. I also have a fun memory of him teaching us to play baseball and one summer we got to play as a family on a field in Lake George. I miss him and love him very much.
Pam Murphy
February 14, 2024
Very saddened to hear of Dr, McWhorters passing. I worked with him at Greenwich Hospital for many years. He will be sorely missed,
Barbara Walsh Rego RN
February 9, 2024
My deepest condolences to the McWhorter families. A caring compassionate physician and indeed a great legacy.
Mike and Connie Niles
January 30, 2024
Linda,
We were devastated to hear this news. As you may know I had reached out to Phil earlier this month to see if you guys wanted to meet us to see Joe Girard play against Miami but he was tied up with some meeting. Connie and I send our heartfelt condolences; we will miss Phil immensely. Mike and Connie Niles
Linda Grunow
January 30, 2024
I met Dr. McWhorter only once, as a patient, probably 30 years ago. I will never forget that appointment. He was so extremely kind and thorough -- and had a sense of humor too! One in a million. Sending warm thoughts to his family.
Alvera Farrell and Family
January 26, 2024
It is with our deepest sympathy and sorrow to learn of the passing of our dear friend Phil McWhorter. He truly was an amazing and caring man, having operated on three of my sons, my husband and myself. After being run over as a pedestrian on Mason Street, and after spending a month in Stamford Hospital, he suggested Una boots instead of skin grafting, and after six weeks, my terrible wounds were finally healing. I couldn´t thank him enough. And yes, he loved his golf at the Stanwich club and in Florida. He and my husband Billy, former golf professional at the Stanwich club played many rounds together. I thank God for our beautiful memories of Phil that we will hold close to our hearts forever. Our love and prayers to Linda and the entire family. Alvera and the Billy Farrell Family Jupiter, Florida
Melanie Oneill
January 26, 2024
I am so sorry to hear this. It was a pleasure working with Dr McWhorter at Greenwich. When he was on call, I always knew my patients would be given the best care. I really enjoyed when he was in the ER. He always had a twinkle in his eye and a wonderful smile. He was a real doctor´s doctor. They broke the mold with him. Condolences to his family.
Melanie O´Neill
Debbie Hamilton
January 23, 2024
I was a patient of Dr. McWhorter's for over 35 years. He was an extraordinary doctor and a more than extraordinary human being. He touched so many lives, and made each person feel special. I was deeply saddened to learn of his passing. My heartfelt condolences to his lovely family.
Melanie Armstrong
January 23, 2024
Dr McWhorter liked to do his torn out of the newspaper puzzles in the pacu while waiting for his next case to start. Often sharing insights and words of wisdom and we loved the companionship. We particularily enjoyed hearing his joy with the grandkids, baseball and having Dr P McWhorter "the younger" join him at Greenwich Hospital We miss you.
Your PACU staff
Shirley Flierl
January 23, 2024
We had only lived in Greenwich a little over a year having moved from Canton N.Y. We had a three year old child,I was 37 years old and I had breast cancer.
We made an appointment to go and see Dr. McWhorter. I was scared and he was wonderful about answering my husband and my questions. He was so warm and comforting that we know right away that he was the doctor we wanted to do my surgery.
All I wanted was to see my daughter grow up. She now is married and has a four year old child. I feel I was so blessed to have had Phil as my doctor. It has now been forty one years since that surgery. Phil has been a true angel in my life.
My thoughts and prayers are with Lynda and the McWhorter family.
Marcia Zack RN
January 22, 2024
My deepest sympathy to the McWhorter family. I had the pleasure of working with Dr.Phil McWhorter at Greenwich Hospital for many decades. I was so surprised and saddened to hear of his passing. He was a wonderful, caring, kind person, surgeon, and co-worker. My prayers are with Linda and Family at this time. R.I.P. Dr. Phil McWhorter
Nelson Bonheim
January 22, 2024
I cannot express the shock and sadness that I felt when I heard of Phil´s passing. He was my friend and colleague for almost 50 years. I shared sports and reading and family stories with Phil and he was my go to guy when I needed advice about patients or referrals. You could always depend on him because he was a straight shooter. He said what he meant and meant what he said but more importantly he spoke truth to power regardless of the consequences. He was a real mensch and I will miss him and he will always be in my mind.
Rest in peace Phil.
Nelson Bonheim
Kirk Kinnear
January 22, 2024
To all of us who played pick-up basketball games in the Brunswick gym, he was simply "Dr. Phil", long before the TV guy made the moniker popular. Our Dr. Phil didn't sit outside the 3-point line, he was a rough-and-tumble competitor who played hard. You don't normally find surgeons doing battle in a sport where jammed fingers and twisted ankles are commonplace, but the man followed his passions.
Phil was a natural leader both on the court and off. With eyes that twinkled, a crooked contagious smile, and a gravelly voice most preachers would covet.
As a lay leader at the First Presbyterian Church of Greenwich Phil wore many hats. When he found out I´d had run a few marathons to benefit pediatric cancer research, he surprised me with a nomination as Elder for the "Mission and Outreach" committee, a role definitely outside my comfort zone. When I questioned him he assured me I'd do fine, and before you knew it we loaded a van and trekked into NYC in the middle of the night to distribute food and toiletries to the homeless. Talk about expanding one's box...true leaders do that for people!
Dr. Phil's leadership role extended to his "day job" as well. For decades he served as chief of surgery at Greenwich Hospital where I was one of his patients. He was well respected by his colleagues and even served as chief of staff for a couple of years.
Phil and wife Linda were a great team at home, raising a wonderful family, and in all their volunteer roles at First Presby and beyond. Dr. Phil, thanks from the bottom of my heart for your leadership, guidance, and friendship over the years. You will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. God Bless.
Alec Gerster
January 21, 2024
A long time partner of my father. Always there for us in time of need. A wonderful man.
Alec Gerster
Helene Worob
January 21, 2024
I was incredibly saddened to read about Dr. McWhorter´s passing. My deepest condolences to his family. He was one of the best surgeons at Greenwich hospital and it was truly a pleasure to have known him and work with him. I was so touched when I retired when he took the time out of his busy schedule to call me and wish me well. Rest in peace.
New Canaan resident
January 21, 2024
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of this extraordinary individual.
My heart is filled with joy after
reading his Legacy but also with great sadness with his passing.
Blessings to his family and friends.
Sincerely,
Karen Rummel
January 19, 2024
I was saddened to hear of Phil´s passing. He always took the best care of his patients. Patients frequently told me, "Dr McWhorter saved my life." As an Emergency Department physician, I was familiar with Phil McWhorter, surgeon. As I read the memories shared here, I see that he was also a wonderful, wonderful man. Phil spent most of his life caring for and helping others. He will be missed.
Nancy Zapletal
January 19, 2024
What a wonderful husband, father, physician and friend! He will be sorely missed. We send our deepest sympathies for the loss of such a magnificent person.
Love,
Bob and Nancy Zapletal
Anne Heely Fay
January 19, 2024
Dear Linda and Family,
I was so sorry to learn of Phil's passing. My heart goes out to all of you.
To know Phil was to know true kindness, passion, and love. His ready smile was infectious and his wit, charming.
Phil was a guiding and soothing presence for our entire family while he cared for our mom. He made that very stressful time easier to bear.
The world is a better place for Phil's time in it.
Sincerely,
Anne Heely Fay
Bob Henke
January 18, 2024
I was so shocked and saddened by the news of Dr. McWhorter´s sudden passing. Sudden and unexpected is perhaps the best for the deceased but surely the worst for survivors. My heart goes out to my friend Linda and their family.
We were classmates , teammates, and friends and maintained some contact even as we got on with life. In later years, he was prone to calling and with no preamble discussing one of my newspaper columns. It often felt like a test. The last time I spoke to Phil, he wanted to discuss a poem we had to memorize in 6th grade. Phil could memorize things with ease. I did not have that sort of intellectual bent at that age, tending to spend way too much time contemplating meanings. This frustrated both of us as we were paired to work together. And now, nearly six decades later, he wanted to know how I knew what a croupe was and why that detracted from the poem. I envied that power of recall and thought Phil´s patients could not have been in better hands.
Rest in peace my friend.
Nancy Bocketti
January 18, 2024
Dear Mrs McWhorter and family , My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I worked with Dr McWhorter for many years at Greenwich hospital. As you know a great Dr so well respected. He loved sports as we all knew . A great loss to you all, God bless you . Nancy (Chiappetta) Bocketti RN
Dave Chiappetta
January 18, 2024
The fondest of memories to you, Peter, and Jeremy and Mrs. McWaters. I remember really getting to know Phil when I was coaching your boys at the Y with the police teams, and then he followed my coaching career through my high school coaching career. He was an excellent doctor, and the town of Greenwich and Greenwich Hospital will never be the same. I know my wife Nancy enjoyed working with him with her nursing career at Greenwich Hospital, I know Peter and Jeremy will continue to leave and everlasting place in the town of Greenwich as Dr. Phil did God bless you all sincerely Dave Chiappetta
Bill and Jane Christ
January 18, 2024
We knew Phil at St. Lawrence where he was a gifted scholar athlete and a friend to all. We reconnected over the last year when we spent the evening with him at the SLU Athletic Hall of Fame induction. After seeing articles in the University Magazine he sent us two thoughtful notes, the second just a week ago. We send our sincere sympathy to his loving family.
Phil´s life was truly a life well-lived.
Bill and Jane Christ
John & Sue Chute
January 18, 2024
Our condolences to all the family. We have good memories of Dr. McWhorter going back to his early days in Greenwich. I played basketball in the Greenwich town league with him. We remember him as a great supporter of the GHS basketball program. When our older son Tom was playing basketball at GHS, Phil would watch the games. He encouraged Tom to attend St. Lawrence University & today he is another proud grad of SLU. Dr. McWhorter was a wonderful person who was so giving of himself & his talents.
John & Sue Chute
Hinsdale, IL
Diane Serviss Blattner
January 18, 2024
So very saddened to hear that Dr. Phillip Mcworter passed away. I had the pleasure of of working with him at Greenwich Hospital for 14 years. Seems we both started when we we both very young in the late 70´s. What a pleasure it was working with him,
in the OR, X-ray studies and CT. In 2016 we met up again. Both Phil and Peter operated on me and saved my life from colon ca. What special guys, Phillip and his son Peter. So very sorry for all the McWhorters.
James R. Sabetta, M. D.
January 18, 2024
I was devastated to learn of Dr. Phil McWhorter's passing. When I think of Phil, the following immediately comes to mind: a great surgeon who kept things very simple; an honorable man in every way; a great dad with a wonderful, heart-warming relationship with his son, Peter; a wonderful husband. I will miss Dr. McWhorter very much.
James R. Sabetta, M.D.
Kathleen Marsh
January 18, 2024
So sorry to hear of Dr.McWhoter´s passing. He was a fine man and a wonderful surgeon and colleague. He was always great with my little patients and their families. Ay his memory be a blessing.
Kristin Harkin, MD
January 17, 2024
Phil was a doctor´s doctor. He always helped, even when he didn´t need to.
Phil never said no. Whenever the ER called, he answered, and he answered quickly. It didn´t matter what time of day.
Phil always did the right thing. He was an excellent surgeon and a tremendous colleague. He was valued in the emergency department.
Phil worked hard and gave his all. Phil is fondly missed. I knew I could always count on him.
My deepest condolences to Phil´s family. He will not be forgotten.
As Thomas Moore has said, "Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal."
You are all my prayers.
Lucille C Giddings
January 17, 2024
Sending deepest sympathy to the McWhorter Family. I had the honor to work with Dr, McWhorter at Greenwich Hospital. He was a true
gentleman and scholar.
bob fogg
January 17, 2024
Truly a great guy !! My deepest sympathies !!
Frank Scarpa
January 17, 2024
I write this with a heavy heart, and send my deepest condolences to the family. Phil was a most valuable surgical colleague during my entire tenure at Greenwich Hospital. He was a surgeon's surgeon--technically skilled, meticulous, caring and
thoroughly ethical. Phil was always available to provide an opinion or another "pair of hands". He was totally dedicated to Greenwich Hospital and its patient population. A consummate gentleman, he was respected by all of his professional colleagues.
We will remember him with fondness.
Bob & Judi McCuen Rood, SLU Class of 1969
January 17, 2024
Bob & I knew Phil at St. Lawrence University. Bob played football with Phil as QB on the freshman team, and also when he switched to a different position (DL?) as a sophomore. As an SLU cheerleader, I remember cheering for him at home basketball games in Brewer Fieldhouse, now the bookstore. We last visited with him at a campus event/picnic some years back & enjoyed catching up on each other´s lives after college. We send deepest sympathies to Linda and all the family for this sad loss. God bless.
Sharon Abrams
January 17, 2024
My condolences to your family. I had the pleasure to know and work with Dr. McWhorter at Greenwich Hospital. He was a true gentleman and always had a smile. May you all find comfort in our thoughts and prayers .
Sharon Abrams
Susan Gallagher Español, RN
January 17, 2024
As a nurse at Greenwich Hospital, Dr McWhorter was one of my favorite people with whom I worked. I always felt respected and valued for the work I did with his patients. His confidence was infectious as he was all about returning the kids to their lives as soon as possible. He was all about getting the kids home to recover with their own food, their own environment and their families. I knew if Dr McWhorter was on call, that family was truly blessed to have him caring for their family member. Dr McWhorter truly collaborated with the nurses in Pediatrics and I always looked forward to working with him. When he stopped in for rounds on Sundays it was nice to see him all dressed for worship. I am truly saddened by his passing - may his family find peace in their hearts knowing the wonderful legacy of kindness, competence, commitment, collaboration and caring he left behind. Peter and Lindsay, may you continue to carry the McWhorter name with the same dignity as your dad and father in law. He was truly one of the good ones. Heaven definitely gained an angel. My sincerest sympathies to the entire McWhorter family. How he loved you all.
Susan Gallagher Espanol, RN
Greenwich Hospital
catherine rende
January 17, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jakki Peters Seidenstein
January 17, 2024
My condolences to the McWhorter family. I can just see Phil reunited w Harvey (Dr. Seidenstein) running the "breakfast club" in heaven!
Barbara J. Leonard
January 16, 2024
Dr McWhorter operated on my 4 1/2 month daughter's hernia in 1988. I was a wreck & he made it so easy for me. He operated on my husband in 2011 & I believe he was the most down to earth surgeon who made his patients feel very comfortable with his beside manner as well as his professionalism in Medicine. God Bless Dr. McWhorter & my condolences to his family. He was a great asset to the Greenwich Community.
Jonathan Smith
January 16, 2024
I knew Dr Phil from the driving range at Stanwich he spent more time there than any other member I know and he loved talking about the game- RIP Jonathan Smith
Eric Peterson
January 16, 2024
Phil was a dear friend for decades and I was shocked to hear of his sudden passing. I always enjoyed his indominable spirit and his gracious demeanor and the strength of his character. I learned much from him. Condolences to the entire McWhorter family and special thoughts and prayers to Linda.
Eric
H Rhodes
January 16, 2024
Leila Garrett, MD
January 16, 2024
I was so sad to read today that Phil had passed away. I enjoyed many years of working with Phil at Greenwich Hospital. Phil was an "old-fashioned" surgeon in the best sense of that phrase. His patients universally loved him. He was a caring colleague who was always straight up with how he felt, and he was a respected leader as Chief of Staff and Chairman of his department. I always enjoyed my conversations with Phil and I will remember him for his kindness, humility and honesty. One year I ran into him at the Turkey Bowl (Thanksgiving day football game between Darien and New Canaan HS). He was there just because he heard both high school football teams were really strong that year and he wanted to see a great high school football game. I thought that was great considering he didn't "have a horse in the race." Phil was just an all-around great guy who has left an impressive legacy and will not be forgotten. Sending sincere condolences to the McWhorter family.
Roy Tepper
January 16, 2024
I was deeply saddened to hear that Dr. McWhorter passed away. He performed surgery on me in late 2019, just before retiring. Dr. mcWhorter was everything one could expect of a caring person. During my convalescence, we were on the phone one night and his kindness and caring were so reassuring. The world has lost a wonderful man. Roy Tepper Greenwich
Malcolm Spaull
January 16, 2024
Remembering fondly my first college roommate and basketball teammate. Enjoyed seeing you and catching up at SLU reunions. Most of all I remember your good nature, genuine laugh and a great jump shot. Rest in Peace old friend. Thinking of you, Linda and the wonderful and fulfilling life you shared together. Malcolm
Donna Randles McGinley
January 16, 2024
As a ACS classmate of Phil's I remember his being exuberant, loquacious and witty. He was always the first to raise his hand when the teacher asked us a question. I found great relief in his eagerness. I tried to look like I know the answer knowing Phil would save us all by having it right!
Neal Schamberg
January 16, 2024
Dr. Philip McWhorter was a legendary figure in our hospital and community. He was so calm, confident and caring; perfect qualities for a master surgeon. I met him in 2009 as a new young physician out of training and he immediately mentored me and took me in as a colleague. Such a fun and smart person to spend time with and get to know. I learned much from Phil and am grateful for the amazing care he gave our patients. He will be missed but not forgotten!!
-Neal Schamberg, MD
Dr. Frederick Nahm
January 16, 2024
Dr. McWhorter was one of the kindest and most gracious physicians I have ever had the honor to meet. When I first came to Greenwich in 2002, I recall sitting with Phil at the hospital cafeteria, and he said something that I have carried with me ever since. He said that the wonderful thing about working at the hospital and in this community was that you get to take care of friends, family and people that you know. His sense of responsibility, of giving, and his service as a surgeon and a person of great stature in our community will never be forgotten.
stacey romaine
January 16, 2024
Dr. McWhorter was one of the nicest doctors I have ever had. His caring for his patients as if they were family. Rest in peace ! Heaven has definitely gained a angel.
Timothy P. Kraus
January 16, 2024
What an awesome obituary of love expressed in this most detailed life of caring for others ! I don't know any of the family but just appreciated the love that you shared with us all ! I am Thankful for such a great soul that blessed so many in life ! May your heart's be filled with this moral compass ! God Bless .
Gary Yovan, formally from Panache,Old Greenwich
January 15, 2024
I had the privilege of taking care of the McWhorter family at panache styling and old Greenwich for many years. He also was my doctor Truly enjoyed our time together, sending my deepest sympathy to his family
Ann Marie Coviello
January 15, 2024
My deepest sympathy for the McWhorter family. I had the pleasure of working with Phil at Greenwich Hospital. Kind and compassionate towards staff, patients and families. Rest in Peace.
Ann Coviello
Sharon McGuire
January 15, 2024
What a beautiful tribute! My deepest condolences to family and friends. Dr. McWhorter took care of both my mother and me. He was a lovely man and a wonderful caring doctor. I am deeply saddened to learn of his passing. May he rest in eternal peace.
Barbara Ritch Fortunato
January 15, 2024
Dr M you were the best Rest in peace
Sandy Moore
January 15, 2024
A brother-in-law whose caring, commitment, love of family and unending support will never be forgottenrest in peace, Phil.
Dick and Lynda Norman
January 15, 2024
A wonderful man just entered into Heaven. Thank you Dr. McWhorter for everything.
John & Leslie Cooper, Ralph Wyman
January 15, 2024
Two and one-half years ago, Phil McWhorter removed my then 95 year old father-in-law's gallbladder, retired and then went on vacation. During Ralph's 10 day convalescence at Greenwich Hospital it was Peter McWhorter who came to visit him; all in the family I guess. Our condolences to Linda and the entire family on losing such a wonderful human being way too soon. Our hope is that your grieving will be short, but effective, so that your memories of him may shine through as you realize just how fortunate you all were to have had him at the very center of your lives.
God Bless,
Ralph, Leslie & John
Barbara Black
January 15, 2024
My heart goes out to his family.
Phyllis Kinney Snell
January 15, 2024
My favorite memory of Phil is from our high school French class. Every morning during our assigned reading of Les Misérables by Victor Hugo (in French of course) he knocked on my home room door to discuss the day's assignment. He jokingly referred to the book as Less Miserables (completely Americanized) and I forever think of it that way. I also think of Phil every time. Thanks, Phil, for enriching my years at ACS. RIP
Butch and Roseanne Allen
January 15, 2024
Our most sincere condolences to the McWhorter family.
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