Deirdre Hope-Ross
Deirdre Harris Philpott Hope-Ross, 87, formerly of Fairfield and Milford, made her Heavenly journey on January 21, 2018 while under the loving care of the staff of Summit Place and Beacon Hospice of South Carolina.
Deirdre was born on June 28, 1930 in Cork, Ireland to Thomas F. and Elizabeth J. Harris Philpott. She immigrated to the USA with her husband-to-be Peter in July, 1953. She was a clinical pathologist, but gave up her active medical practice to raise her six children. As her children became more independent, she taught histology at Fairfield University and assisted her husband in his private pathology lab.
Deirdre was a devout catholic and enthusiastically embraced the Christian ethics of helping others with love and joy. She was an avid volunteer; working with Park City Hospital, St. Ann's School and Church in Black Rock, Laurel Beach Garden Club and any other organization that needed a hand. Deirdre lived life to the fullest. She and her late husband, Peter enjoyed their time off sailing, skiing, and walking on the beach. Time on the golf course, attending any live performance, and listening to opera were also among Dee's favorite pastimes.
A loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece and friend, Dee will be remembered for caring for others above herself. She will be sadly missed by all that knew her. Her memory will be cherished by her children and their spouses; Felicity and Patrick Lavin of Sunset Beach, NC, Pam and John Sisson of Palatine, IL, John and Mary Hope-Ross of Naugatuck, CT, Chris and Annette Hope-Ross of Portsmouth, NH, Gwen and Don Szymkowicz of Harwich, MA and Eric and Jackie Hope-Ross of Yorktown Heights, NY; six grandchildren; David, William and Steven Hope-Ross, Jillian Hope-Ross and Anastasia and Nathaniel Szymkowicz and one great-grandchild Patrick Tannian.
A Celebration of her life will be held on Friday, March 9, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Gabriel's Church, 26 Broadway in Milford, with a reception to follow. Interment will be private.
The family would ask that donations be sent to Alzheimer's Association (www.Alz.org/ct) in lieu of any flowers. For travel directions or to sign her online guest register, please visit www.LeskoPolkeFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Jan. 28, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
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Kari and Dave DeVries

February 4, 2018

Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. May all your wonderful memories last you a lifetime.

Kathy Werner

February 1, 2018

Dear John, Mary, and Family,
What a lovely woman Dee was! May your memories of her give you strength at this difficult time.
With love,
John and Kathy Werner and Family

Lou Lange

January 29, 2018

Jill - So very sorry for your loss.

Carole & Warren Heller

January 29, 2018

We noted with sadness. She was a good friend and both of your parents were sailing mentors as well. We shared good experiences. A kind and patient soul as you well know.

January 29, 2018

Our condolences to you and your family. May you all have fond memories. Love Carm and Gregg.

Mary Hope-Ross

January 28, 2018

We will miss you always, you were a wonderful Mother and Grandmother. All our love, John, Mary, David, William and Stephen

Amy Causey

January 26, 2018

Ms. Dee, as we have known her at Arbor Landing for the past 6 years, was a wonderful woman. She was kind to everyone and in turn loved by all. She will be missed by our team and residents. Love, Amy Causey

January 26, 2018

My condolences to your family during this difficult time. May the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 comfort your family.

January 26, 2018

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

January 26, 2018

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

The Staff of Lesko-Polke Funeral Home

January 28, 2018

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