Philip Wendell Tope

Dear family:
I am 96 years of age and I have known the Tope family for many years. We go back to the time that my father was buying citrus from Tom (Phil's father)Tope who was managing the Blue Goose citrus packing house in Maitland on the railroad tacks.
Our firm, Herman J. Heidrich & Sons, became the largest fresh citrus packing house in the State.
Phil worked for us managing the harvesting of fresh citrus for our packing house.
Our condolences to Phil's family!
Francis X. Heidrich, 1

Dear Kimberly and Doug,
We are so sad to hear of Phil's passing. Our memories are of a true gentleman and friend who impressed us with his kindness, humor and knowledge of the industry he loved so much. Our hearts go out to you both.

Phil was a good friend, WPHS graduate, and neighbor from a long time ago on Glenarden Way in Altamonte Springs Florida. Our condolences go out to Phil's family!

Dear family of Phil,

Phil was one of nicest man I have know. I knew Phil on his wooden shoes and the juice industry. Hope Phil you will find a peacefull place.
Strenght to all of you.
With respect

Hannie Schot
Kloosterboer Vlissingen

Dear Doug,
Our thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you and your family . What a tragic loss, Warren so enjoyed working with your dad. He was a wonderful man. So sorry that we could not attend the service yesterday. Thinking of you all.
Warren and Susan Tedder

When l think of Phil the word that is abiding is 'kindness'. He was one of the nicest men I have known. I will miss our daily acquaintance when I walk Burt. In your memory, I will do my best to pass the kindness you have shown us to others.

Love,
The Hanson Family

Condolences to the Tope family. I knew him when he worked at Silver Spring citrus. he was a true Floridian, a great citrus man, and very nice fellow.

II worked with Philip for over 18 years, his deep knowledge of the citrus industry made him a mentor. I was fortunate enough to have him as a friend and learn so much from him.

He will be dearly missed.

Pier Zoffoli
Costa Rica

I met Phil and Kimberly when they moved into our neighborhood in Wesley Chapel Florida. Phil was an easy man to talk with. We had many conversations. When the topic was family you could tell he was very proud of all of his kids and grandkids. And especially his wife Kimberly.
Last month he gave me a bottle of Wiser's. I will think of him every I have a sip for the rest of my life.
I will miss him.

Your light will forever shine in my heart

All who were fortunate enough to know Phil are better for having crossed paths with him. He will remain in our hearts and we pray that his family and friends know the comfort that only God can give.

Strenghth for the day and rest for the night with best regards from The Dashers...Art, Vicki , Jennifer

Goodbye Uncle PT

I am so sorry to hear the lost of Mr. Phil.

I worked for him a short time then I got sick and have to leave. But Phil went out of his way to help me to find the doctor and treatment.

He is the most wonderful man and I am so lucky to know him.

Keep you and your family in my prayer.

John, Terri, and Savannah, we are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all during this difficult time.

John, Terri & Savannah, I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. You are in my prayers.

Dear Kimberly - our condolences for you and the family. Phil looked out for me as I arrived in Florida Citrus 10 years ago. He taught me the ins and outs patiently and often demonstrated passionately how to defend the industry. Remember the time Phil and I were talking on Bluetooth while driving - I thought he called me a bad name! but it was just a bad connection and we all laughed at the mistake.

This note is not enough to honor Phil nor express our sympathies - but know that I will live a better life because of Phil - and I hope the memories you shared with Phil will one day bring smiles back to your face. With our deepest sympathies
Perry and Daniela Aulie

The Alumni of Winter Park High would like to express their condolences to the family.

To the Family.... So sorry to hear of Phil's passing... Have fond memories of negotiations with him on Boiler Equipment for Costa Rican Plant...& then later traveling down there with him.
May God grant you comfort & peace at this time...
Doug Fillmon (retired from Industrial Engr. Co., Orl., Fl.)