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No one has done more to protect the Five Valleys and Western Montana. Thanks Phil. We'll miss you!
Thomas C Bulman
October 10, 2025 | Work
Lewistown, Montana
Apr 2, 1954 – Aug 27, 2025
Philip Joseph O'ConnellApril 2, 1954 - August 27, 2025Phil O'Connell, 71, a long-time Missoula resident, passed away August 27, 2025 after an illness. Phil was born in Worcester, Mass., the son of Laurence P. and Frances (Foley) O'Connell. Phil was the eldest of seven boisterous children. He...
Read MoreNo one has done more to protect the Five Valleys and Western Montana. Thanks Phil. We'll miss you!
Thomas C Bulman
October 10, 2025 | Work
I so appreciated Phil's friendship as well as his professional help. We spent many hours together pouring over maps while preparing a multitude of water right filings for my family ranch at Greenough, and as well canoeing on some of the most beautiful rivers of Montana. We liked to read the same books, and he put me on to many an outstanding author I would never have found without his invaluable tips. I am honored to include him as a close friend during a difficult time in my life. I wish...
Land Morrow Lindbergh
September 28, 2025 | Friend
Sad to learn of Philip´s passing. We knew each other well as fellow Missoula lawyers, and we also served on one or two boards together. I also sang for a short time with the Mendelssohn Club when retiring if my travels permitted. Always respected Phil. He was a good lawyer and a good person. Condolences.
Julio K. Morales
September 27, 2025 | Work