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Phillip Prince

New Haven, Connecticut

1931 - 2020

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Prince, PhilipPhilip Astor Prince, 89, of New Haven, died early Wednesday, February 5th, at the St. Raphael Campus of Yale New Haven Hospital. Born January 5, 1931, in Evanston, Illinois, to Methodist minister John W. Prince and Helen Duda Prince, Philip attended the Taft School before entering...

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Goodby my old friend. E. J. Behrman [Ned]

Miss seeing you and that welcoming smile that let me know of the support you had in making The Dwight Neighborhood a place to feel comfortable living in.

I had the privilege of studying the organ with Phil, he was such a talented organist and instructor. I remember him as a very kind individual who always had a smile. Rest In Peace dear friend.

Phil was a dear friend and part of our extended family. I will miss his kindness and gentle disposition. We met Phil through Christ Church; he was a great friend to my mother while she served as Church Secretary. But it was more than that; he was always included in family and holiday celebrations, and over the years (more than 40) we always kept in touch. Such a sad day to hear that Phil has passed.

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Dear Philip was ever so kind to me; and what a truly fine musician - sorely missed.

Mr.Prince as I knew him definitely lived up to his name a true prince he was to Ward 2 the Dwight Neighborhood. He was the first person that I had conversation with in my first campaign canvassing for Alderman here in New Haven. His encouraging conversation gave me confidence that there was a chance to bring people together for a better sense of community. Always pleasant and inviting when we met at his place and on the street in passing.
Great respect and admiration for such a real...