Philip A. ZORN

FUNERAL HOME

Cassidy Funeral Home, Inc.

156 Willis Avenue

Mineola, New York

Philip ZORN Obituary

ZORN - Philip A. of Mineola,formerly of East Williston, on April 16, 2012. Beloved husband of Marie. Devoted father of Marie (Brian) Sallie and Philip C.(Debbie). Dear brother of Rosie Dubato and Marie Percival. Cherished grandfather of Brian, Christopher, Robert, Sierra and Devin. Everyone's favorite uncle. Visiting Thursday 2-5 and 7-9pm, Cassidy Funeral Home, 156 Willis Ave., Mineola. Funeral Service 10am at Funeral Home. Interment Calverton National Cemetery. Memorials to: Wounded Warrior Project appreciated. www.CassidyFH.com

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Published by Newsday on Apr. 18, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Philip ZORN

4 Entries

Kevin Shumelda

July 4, 2022

My sincere condolences to the Zorn family. Mr. Philip Zorn and his family were known by me since 1972 and I always enjoyed their company and friendships even well into the 2008 time period . A Good Husband, a good father , a good friend and a good man. I wish you all well and Mr. Philip Zorn is well remembered .....Kevin Shumelda

Kathy Kaletsky-Sanchez

October 6, 2012

So very sorry to hear about Mr. Zorn. My hearts go out to Phil, Marie and Mrs. Zorn. I hung out with Phil, the son, in my high school/college years. Mr. Zorn was a lot of fun. A real wise guy! There house was always a fun place to be! He always reminded me of Marty Feldman! We joked about it too! It's going to be a lot quieter in the town of East Williston but he's probably keeping everyone entertained in Heaven. Rest in Peace!

Roberta Wrigg-Adams

April 25, 2012

Phil was a practical joker and loved to laugh. He was riotous and could encourage the most reserved person to crack a smile with his antics. A few days before his passing, the story was told about Phil's mischievous remarks to his doctor, who was solemnly asking Phil for his consent to serious end-of-life matters. A prankster to the end, Phil mockingly responded to these questions with humor and it took the doctor by surprise. The doctor looked around to observe that Phil's son and his wife, Marie, were laughing. Finally, the confused doctor was told by Marie these remarks which were just made by Phil were typical of the behavior he was known to exhibit. The doctor apparently never participated in such a serious moment with a patient and his family, only to have his advice met by playfulness and laughter!

As the above story details, Phil was unique. He worked very hard, but also lived to enjoy life. His fun-loving ways were a gift to those around him who experienced troubles or stress. As deeply as Phil could laugh, so, too, could he feel empathy. When laughter and jokes were not the answer to someone's problems, Phil could listen intently and offer consoling words. In the course of all his work as a professional painter, I dare say that Phil brightened up more than the houses his fine workmanship adorned. Phil left the people in those houses much better for the laughter, advice, and overall light-hearted ways which he shared. It was as if all the houses and their inhabitants received total makeovers when Phil was tasked with a job.

When Phil worked for weeks on my family's home, he became acquainted with our friends who stopped by to visit. Phil even started answering the phone and taking messages for our family members when no one was around. There was one particular friend who talked incessantly. As I motioned to Phil that I did not want to speak with this individual on the phone one day, Phil politely talked with her for awhile (and it wasn't the first time), and then as her conversation continued on its usual non stop streak, Phil matter-of-factly put the phone receiver in a cabinet, continued his painting, and while I was doubled over with laughter, he would lift up the phone every few minutes to say “You're kidding,” or “You can't be serious,” and then redeposited the phone in the closed cabinet! For years afterwards, I heard from this friend about what a great conversationalist Phil had been and how she enjoyed all of his talks! When Phil completed the beautiful transformation of our house, we were thrilled with the spectacular results, but felt disappointed that our daily routine with Phil had come to an end. One would never know what might happen from one day to the next when Phil was around!

Moreover, Phil was a loving father and grandfather to his son, Phil, and daughter, Marie, and to his five grandchildren who he adored. The marriage he and Marie sustained for just short of 57 years at the time of Phil's passing, was one of the closest bonds I have ever observed. One could not refer to Phil without mentioning Marie in the next breath and vice versa. Phil treated Marie with reverence much of the time, but also poked fun at her; the two were truly soul mates. It was a blessing to all those who knew the two as a couple that we could participate in the surprise 50th anniversary party which Phil and Marie's daughter and son held for them in June 2005. The celebration was one of the highlights of a remarkable marriage, generously shared with family and so many friends.

Phil's dynamic spirit will never leave us; his expressions and stories remain with his family and friends, thereby assuring us all that Phil will remain among us forever.

Bebe Wrigg

April 24, 2012

After I've read, and re-read, the announcement of Phil Zorn's passing, the finality of those words are still very difficult for me to comprehend.

Phil was a long-time figure in our family that spanned many decades. He was a constant in our life who could be depended upon for his steadfast friendship and freely offered a helping hand whenever it was needed most. In today's ephemeral world, that kind of consistency does not come along too frequently, if at all.

You fought long and hard against a formidable foe. Now it's time to rest well, dear friend, in eternal peace. I extend my heart-felt sympathy to the entire family.

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