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PHILIPPI, Elpha Grace
Elpha Grace Philippi 86, formerly of Latham, NY, passed peacefully into the hands of her Lord on November 22, 2012 at Mansfield Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, Mansfield, CT. She truly conquered the world with loving kindness and grace. Born in Eagle River, WI, she was the beloved wife for more than 50 years of the late William J. Philippi. She was also predeceased by her two sons Randy and Terry Philippi. Her remaining children and their spouses are Karen and Roy Osborne of Coventry, CT, Joseph and Lynn Philippi of Willington, CT, Tracy and Katrina Philippi of Land O Lakes, FL, and Kristen and James Smith of Schectady, NY. Elpha also leaves nine grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She also leaves her sisters Lois Perrine and Caroline Killian and her brother Wendell Snell. All that know Elpha, understand the full and accomplished life she lived.
A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of her family. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org. For an online guestbook, please visit www.potterfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Tracy Philippi
May 19, 2024
A Wonderful Mom, Grandma, Wife, Sister and Friend to Many! One Special Lady
Joe and Tanya Perugini
November 30, 2012
Joe, Lynn, Nate, and Jay
Our prayers go out to you and your family. Our heartfelt condolensces are with you.
Chris & Doriene Wester
November 29, 2012
Joe and Nate, I'm truly sorry to hear of your loss. Keep her memories near to your hearts.
Holly Veiders
November 29, 2012
Kristen and family- please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
November 29, 2012
Kristen,
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Our deep condolences to you and your family. We have nice memories of both your Mom &Dad when they were our neighbors on Dussault Drive. We remember them both fondly.
Barbara & Dan Egan
Jeff Ackerman - Diane Rutherford
November 29, 2012
Karen,Roy and Family, May your dear Elpha Grace rest-in-peace.
Wayne & Gigi Chalou
November 29, 2012
Joe & Lynn,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now.
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