Philip Adrian Rees

So sad to read this news. What a fine, delighful man Phil was. Always a smile for me. Recall an early morning visit with you both sitting around the table with newspapers being read upon my arrival. I have no idea why I was visiting but remember the big window looking out on nature. Condolences to you, Peg.

I am so sorry to hear the news about Phil! He will be missed by many. God rest his soul.

I am part of Phil's Saturday morning hiking group. He hiked with us well into March and will be missed more than we can say. He demonstrated an insatiable zest for the outside, often veering off the trail to look at a peculiar flower or tree, or especially a fungi, to poke a nest so that hundreds of white winged creatures came out or, to the alarm of us all, to stick his walking stick into an opening to see who might live there. He was the model to which we all aspired.

Phil and I always connected at the ARLIS/NA Conferences to talk basketball (I´m from KU). One year, after the conference, I received a sympathy card from Phil simply signed with his name. I thought it might be a mistake until I remembered that KU had just lost a Final Four game and this was his subtle (maybe not sincere) reminder. I miss his sense of humor and collegiality. Susan Craig

I enjoyed working with Phil in the University Library system when I managed donated books. I enjoyed running into him as he enjoyed retirement. I remember his kindness and respect.

Wonderful hikes with Phil and, if we were lucky, with Peg. I occasionally became slightly impatient to get on with a hike, while Phil was examining yet another wildflower! I will not forget him and his love for nature. Sara.

Peg, I'm was shocked this morning to learn of Phil's death. I know your pain and sorrow. Please know that I am thinking of you as you enter a new phase of your life without Phil. You two just went together like bread and butter! Much love to you! Marian