Philip Culkin Ruddy

Time flies by too quickly for us all but I am certain to his children, grandchildren and especially his beautiful wife Colleen it seems like yesterday when Philip left them. I for one am surprised it´s almost a year since his passing. Recalling how much he loved sunsets I made a conscious effort to seek the sun setting and bask in its beauty! Next sunset the Aceves Family will raise a glass of wine in your honor.

To the Ruddy family,
It's hard to believe that Philip has been gone a year already. We spoke on the phone just a short time before his passing and he was still extremely kind and generous with his words to me. I've been an employee of Old Second for over 30 yrs now and had known Philip for many of those years. He was always a pleasure to speak with and will be missed for a long time. My thoughts are with all those that loved him and those that he loved as well.

Kindest...

We only knew Philip and Colleen since December and are always enjoyed Philips interesting anecdotals and his sneaky sense of humor. We are grateful we got to know the little bit we did. Our hearts break for Colleen and the entire family.

This world feels a little bit emptier today, for the passing of this good gentleman, scholar, connoisseur of fine wine, food, sunsets, beaches and flowers; a man who knew how to thoroughly enjoy and appreciate every stage of his life. My deepest condolences go out to his entire family- especially to Colleen, Erin and Philip Jr. What a gift he was to us all!
I'll always remember him standing in your Aurora kitchen, brandishing some kitchen utensil in one hand, wine glass in the other,...

My condolences Colleen and family: I've known Phil for a long time and was a client at some point. He was always a pleasure to speak with. We had a conversation only about a month ago. It's hard to believe he is already gone. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Phil was a genial member of the Harbor Country community; it was always a pleasure to run into him and exchange a few words. We will miss him.

Dear Colleen and family, My deepest sympathy on the passing of Philip. He was a fine man who made an outstanding contribution to the Aurora community and will be greatly missed.Love, Jo Fredell Higgins

Phil took over our office space in the old Aurora National Bank building when we moved our practice to the west side of Aurora. I always felt we had left the place in good hands. Knew Phil for many years. He never forgot a face and always called you by name. Just a kind, caring man. He will truly be missed. My deepest condolences to Colleen, Erin and Phil, Jr.

His sharp mind and positive outlook on life will be missed. We shared the same locker room area at the YMCA on Garfield and engaged in many lively conversations. My condolences to John and Phils families.