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Kevin Donnelly
March 1, 2023
I can not believe it has been 13 years. Miss you every day my friend.
January 7, 2011
Dearest O'Kane Family and friends, I just found out about the loss of your loved one! May the memories of Phil fill the emptiness in your heart and his spirit fill your soul. He was a dear man with an infectious smile!
Lisa McCord
November 7, 2010
O'Kane Family, I'm sorry that I didn't hear about this tragic news sooner. Philip was the sweetest boy and the greatest young man. I know how much he meant to all whoever came in contact with him. His smile alone was infectious. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Knowing that God has a special place that Phil is at right now smiling down on all of us hopefully will bring some comfort to you. Much Love Lisa
Rick Freeman
July 29, 2010
O'Kane Family:
Just read the sad news in Marquette Magazine. My deepest sympathy for the loss of one of the good guys.
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Jim O'Kane
March 17, 2010
Happy St. Patrick's day Phil. I miss you more than you'll ever know.
Your little bro
CONNIE GLUTH
March 13, 2010
Dearest O'Kane Family,
Our love and prayers. Knowing the family and sharing your loss..
The Gluth Family
Connie Rich Elizabeth Emily Amanda
Richard and James
Jerry & Lori Feilen
March 10, 2010
To the O'Kane family -
Although we did not know Phil all that well, you really only had to meet him once. He had this wonderfully infectious personality. We pray you find strength and peace.
Tami Vidmar
March 8, 2010
O'Kane Family: What a wonderful tribute to Phil on Saturday! It just went to show how much everyone here loved him. I am gonna miss him stopping in at the store for his 6 pack of budweiser. Always a sweetheart and always a smile for everyone who's path he crossed. Forever more, sun on your face wind in your hair my friend.
Martin Zadravec
March 7, 2010
To the O'Kane Family
Thank you for the gift of your son to all hwo were lucky enough to have known him. I will always treasure the memory of being a guest in your family home many years ago.
May God be with you in every moment.
(Phil's college room-mate)
Alyshia Simone-Fure
March 6, 2010
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Please know that Phil touched many hearts with his smile and kind words, he will be dearly missed by many. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort with the fond memories of Phil.
God Bless
Kathy Lewis
March 6, 2010
O'Kane Family,
A great guy taken way too soon. Very sorry for your loss. Now he rides on forever in eternal peace......
Gary and Lynn Granzin
March 6, 2010
Dear Nancy and Family,
We both were shocked and deeply saddened of the news of your dear brother Philip.
You and your family will be in our prayers.
God Bless You All
Shannon Marushin
March 6, 2010
To the O'Kane Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, your son, brother and father was a very special man, he touched everyone's heart with his smile and laughter, he had his "game face" on even when things got tough..he was part of my life and my familys..and I know how much family meant to him ..God Bless all of you in this time of sorrow
Steve Dosdall
March 6, 2010
Dear The O'Kane Family,
Just wanna say,I'm so Sorry for your loss.Thinking of ya all, the time..I hope your family finds comfort from loved ones at this time.God Bless you and all the "Freebirds"....Chopper~
David Manlove
March 6, 2010
To the O'Kanes, I am deeply sorry for your loss, Phil was a great guy. It's hard to describe adequately how he touched people's lives. Perhaps it was his boyish smile, his love of life and his tireless pursuit of fun and adventure. Grieve not because he is gone, but smile because he lived. God bless Phil and all of you.
Kirsten Rosenberg
March 6, 2010
Dear family and friends of Philip,
We are keeping you all in thought and prayer during this difficult time. May your memories comfort you as you celebrate his life today.
with love,
Kirsten, Kris and Kolton
(Friends of Kristin and Todd)
Kirsten Rosenberg
March 6, 2010
To all of Phillip's Family and Friends~
We are keeping you all in thought and prayer during this difficult time. May you find comfort in your memories as you celebrate his life today.
much love,
KR, Kris, Kolton, Ben and Addie (Friends of Kristin & Todd)
March 5, 2010
DR. MR. AND MRS. O'KANE AND FAMILY, I am so so sorry for the loss of your wonderful son. I want you to know that you and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers, and please know that your son is never too far away. GOD BLESS.
Maggie Stephen
Friend of Nancy and Jim Misch
John Walsh
March 5, 2010
To the O'Kane family,
my the Love of God comfort you in this time of sorrow, Phil was a great friend whom I and many of us will greatly miss,
Colleen Manning
March 5, 2010
To the O'Kane family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family in this time of great loss. I had the honor and privilege of being a close friend of Phil's. He always made me laugh and brought a smile to my face. He was a great man and I will miss him dearly!
Danelle Arnhold
March 5, 2010
May God watch over your family during this horrible loss, my love and prays are with everyone right now.
Kevin Donnelly
March 5, 2010
To the O'Kane clan,
Phil was a very dear friend of mine and my family. He always made time to see my folks upon their visits to Minnesota. This only speaks a little about the selflessness of Phil. He always greeted everyone with a warm, genuine smile no matter what was troubling him. He will be sorely missed by countless people. My prayers are with you at your time of loss. God Bless you.
John Wall
March 5, 2010
To the O'Kane family and also his extended family of freind's.. My deepest sympathy and prayers goes out to you! although I did not know Phil well, I did had the opportunity to spend a couple year's around him, and needless to say he was a class act.. always a smile and a how you doin John, I hope you will all cherish your fond memories of Phil.. and that will help you threw these very tough times.
Jeni Lehnert
March 4, 2010
Dear Mr. and Mrs O'Kane and Family, I 'm so terribly sorry for the loss of your son, brother, Uncle, and nephew, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May he always be in your hearts and the Angel on your shoulder. Jeni Lehnert( Peggy Kinnanes Rest. and Irish Pub)
March 4, 2010
Dear Mr. & Mrs. O'Kane and family,
We are so saddened to hear of your loss and will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Nancy was very proud of her brother and will miss him dearly as I'm sure you all will. God bless you and keep you strong at this sad time.
Most sincerely, Ronie and Joe Kampf
Friends of Nancy and Jim Misch
Chuck Heinrich
March 4, 2010
Helen, Harry and the O'Kane family,
I am very sorry to hear the sad news today about the loss of Philip. In the days and years to come, just remember all the great times shared together as family. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Carol Anderson
March 4, 2010
We have only the best memories of Phil as our student at St. Viator many years ago. A great kid and a great family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Carol & Mark Anderson
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