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PHILIP LOBKOWICZ Obituary

LOBKOWICZ--Prince Philip Peter, of New York City and Tuxedo Park, NY, died unexpectedly of a heart attack at the age of 56, at home surrounded by his family on Christmas morning. Loving husband of Gail (nee McDonnell), adoring father of Sophia and Nicholas, treasured son of Prince Frederick (deceased) and Princess Desiree Lobkowicz, grandson of Marguerite de Merey and admired big brother of Marie-Christine (Bibi) Lobkowicz. He is also survived by sister-in-law Patricia McDonnell (Jordan Ruddy), brothers-in-law Andrew McDonnell (Laura) and Chris McDonnell (Jennifer), nieces Kelly, Kaitlyn, Dylan, parents-in-law Andrew and Eileen McDonnell, and his cherished uncles, aunts, cousins and friends, both in the United States and abroad. Philip's life has always been about love for his family, friends and God. His wit, charm and generous spirit will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Visitation to take place at Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home, 1076 Madison Avenue, on Sunday, January 7 from 1-3pm, and 5-8pm. Funeral Mass to take place at Saint Ignatius Loyola, 980 Park Avenue, on Monday January 8, at 3pm. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lobkowicz Family Charitable Foundation committed to medical research and educational causes, in care of Hume Steyer, Seward & Kissel LLP, 1 Battery Park Plaza, New York, NY 10004, 212-574-1310.

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Published by New York Times on Dec. 31, 2017.

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November 4, 2019

Dear Gail,

Philip is so missed. The last of the true and honorable gentlemen. A man of the highest Integrity, Kind, Generous, Wicked smart, and adored his family. He was a treasure to know. Jim and I shall always remember the many nights we have spent with the two of you. In all respects, he was a prince of a man.
Our prayers are with you always,
Laura

Telluride

Laurie Benson

January 11, 2019

Dear Gail, my heart is full of sadness, only hearing the news now. I adored Philip and was lucky to have known him for so many years. Always a source of joy, brought on mostly by you.
He is much missed already. With love, Laurie

Julia Weld

December 26, 2018

Thinking of you and your family today.... Julia and Ted Weld.

Michael Yaffe

October 26, 2018

Gail,
There are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. I just heard about this. It seems like yesterday we were all up at your place in Tuxedo Park for the SPG group outing hanging out with Philip. Miss those days. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

February 15, 2018

Gail,
I was so very sorry to learn of the passing of your husband, Philip. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you, your children and your family.
Sincerely, Barbara Haensel

Brian Sun

February 14, 2018

Dear Gail, Philip has been my mentor and a good friend when I started my career in New York in 2005. His intelligence, tactful and strategic thinking and ideas has made my two years working with him the most rewarding experience of my career life. He taught me to be proactive, explorative and critical, and he is a man with a generous and warm heart, a trustable friend. I am really sad to learn about his passing away at such a great age today. My deep condolences and he will live in my memory all the time. I will tell my kids about his story when them grew up.

Tjero and Wilma Zomer

February 12, 2018

Dear Gail,
What a shocking news, that came to us. We will remember Philip as a very creative, lively and warm gentleman. It was a privilege to have worked with him and also to spend quite some hours with a glass of wine in one and a cigar in the other hand.

Christoph Poeppinghaus

January 30, 2018

What a tragic loss !
Philipp you will be missed
A true aristocratic German/Czech American Gentleman
Represented the best of both worlds
A last farewell my friend
Christoph Poeppinghaus, Munich Germany

Robert Ford

January 29, 2018

As a fellow Leash member we are all devastated by his passing and he will be sorely missed at the club. Sending my very best wishes and deepest sympathy to all his family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Sophia Lobkowicz

January 25, 2018

I will always remember him as the best dad any girl could ask for. I love and will always miss you.

Arden Stephenson

January 20, 2018

Gail,
I have just learned of Philips sudden passing and I am so sorry to hear it. I know how well regarded and respected he was. He was always so personable whenever we met in the building. My heart goes out to you and your children and I pray for peace and strength for you.

23 May 2014, in New York

Shiro Kambara

January 16, 2018

16 January 2018

It is shocking to hear the news of Philip passing away. Too young. He promised me that he will come back to Japan with his wife so that I as a national certified tour guide providie them with my tour guiding service in my retirement life. One day trip to Kamakura, one of the ancient capitals of Japan with Phil I had in 2013 is an unforgettable memory. May His Soul Rest In Peace.

Shiro Kambara, Tokyo, Japan

Elayne Roskin

January 11, 2018

Dear Gail,
I was very sad to learn of the tragic passing of Phil. I hope that with the passage of time you and your children will be consoled by the treasure of memories I am certain you have. May you know of no further sorrow.
With deepest sympathy,
Elayne

Burt Savitsky

January 11, 2018

Dear Gail,
I am so sorry to hear of Phillip's sudden passing. Back around Thanksgiving, he had asked me to check back in with him in early January. I marked my calendar to reach out today - and just did so by email. My thoughts go out to you Sophia and Nico. I hope that memories and photos will offer some comfort as you try to go forward.
thinking of you - Burt

January 10, 2018

Kathryn and Raja Flores

January 9, 2018

The news of Phillip's passing fell with such sadness in our house today when we found out from Alexis. Raja and I are just devastated for you Gail and for Sophia and Nico. We are disappointed we didn't hear in time to make the service. We are sending hugs and support. Here for you if there is anything we can do to help, you are in our thoughts.
Raja and Kathryn Flores

Emmanuel Petrakis

January 9, 2018

Dearest Gail,

I am so devastated to hear about Philip just now.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family these trying times

Please accept my deepest condolences

Douglas Brennan

January 8, 2018

Our deep condolences to Phillips friends and family. Our prayers go out to all of you. The Brennans

Lopez Guzman Family

January 8, 2018

Dear Philip, Gail, Nicholas and Sophia:

From neighbors you became our close friends and our dear NYC family. We love you and we are going to miss you Philip but we have many beautiful memories that we will cherish forever. Dinner nights out with Nico and Arturo or Sophia and Jacinta, weekends in Tuxedo. You were always there giving your love to your kids and our kids. Taking them out to fun places all around the city. Thank you for always being such a wonderful friend. Gail, Sophia and Nico we love you and we will always be here for you. We couldn't be luckier to have the best NYC family ever as our neighbors.
In our hearts you will live forever Philip,
Arturo, Pamela, Jacinta and Arturo

David Livingston

January 8, 2018

Philip was one of the greatest human beings I have ever come to know. He had a lightness if the heart that he expressed with a patience and generosity unlike that of anyone I've known. He was such a welcoming and kind person, always taking consideration of the things that matter, and will remain an inspiration and role model to me for the rest of time.

January 7, 2018

Dear Gail,

I am so very sorry to hear of Philip's passing and am keeping you and your family lifted in prayer.

Love and blessings throughout this time of loss.

Barbara Camp

Luigi Pigorini

January 7, 2018

Dearest Gail, Sophia and Nicholas,

I am so devastated to hear about your loss. Philip was a kind, generous, intelligent and funny friend, always there is case of need during those early years at Citi. I will always remember him.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, during this difficult time.

Sending you all of my love.

January 4, 2018

Dear Gail and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the passing of Philip and know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget how kind, giving and what gentleman Philip was when you opened your home up to Bibi and I when we were traveling to Switzerland for his Grandmothers Birthday.

Sincerely,
Michelle Corbett

Leopoldina Dobrzensky

January 3, 2018

to the Lobkowicz family.
I am one of your relatives born Lobkowicz. My father Leopold was Frederic's godfather. Your Aunt Mares was not only a cousin, but my best friend.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Your sincerely
Leopoldina Dobrzensky

Nicole Merey Bowman

January 3, 2018

Philip was my second cousin. As a child my parents Melita and Bela Merey visited his childhood home in a Rochester. I have fond memories of Philip and am deeply saddened of his passing. May he Rest In Peace. Nicole Bowman nee Merey

Sharon McHugh

January 3, 2018

Dear Gail and Family

I am totally devastated by this news - my thoughts and prays are with you all.
He was the most wonderful of men and we are all so blessed that he touched our lives.

Jan Scholes

January 2, 2018

Dear Phillip:

Those of us who are left from Babcock & Brown will miss you terribly. You were such a wonderful friend. I remember how you gave me room, and $500 to tide me over during my divorce. What an amazing person, and when I tried to pay you back, you just told me to take in stride. I love you, and hope that your soul can get some rest.

I also send my love and gratitude to your wife, Gail. I hope she was at your side. I had a few moments at your Tuxedo house, and it was great! I will miss you in Hawaii, where I am now ensconced as an old lady.

You were everything a man can be.

Love you forever, Jan

William Nolan

January 2, 2018

Philip was a good friend and fellow Leash Member. I always enjoyed his company and his keen insights in business and people. He will be missed.

James Frankel

January 2, 2018

Dear Gail, Sophia, and Nicholas,
God bless you, and god bless Philip. His generosity of spirit will live on in those who were fortunate enough to know him.

January 2, 2018

Dear Lobkowicz family. You do not know me, but I was born Lobkowicz and my father, Leopold was Philip father Frederic's
godfather. Mares Lobkowicz, whom you have known, was not only my cousin, but also best friend.
Please accept my deepest. sincere sympathy.
Leopoldina Dobrzensky

January 2, 2018

Dear Gail,

We proffer our profoundest wishes that time may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of your much loved husband and the solemn pride that must be yours to have had such a wonderful person in your life.

Philip always occupied a special place in our hearts, as do you all.

With all our love.

Matt, Ella & Savannah Roeser

Liz Funk

January 2, 2018

To the Lobkowicz Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss and pray for peace for your family.
Sincerley,
Liz Funk
FORMAN SCHOOL

Milena Poppiti

January 2, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Lourdes DeJesus

January 1, 2018

Dear Gail : As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Working for Philip for the past 3 years was truly an honor. An Amazing human being, a one of a kind individual. I will remember Philip as he was, a generous & understanding boss. He would always say to me "Lourdes, family first". He loved you and the children so very much!! my sincere and deepest condolences!! May our father god give you and the children strength in the days to come. A great loss for all! Love always, Lourdes DeJesus

Justus OBrien

January 1, 2018

Dear Gail and Family,
So very saddened to hear this devastating news. Philip was the greatest of friends, so considerate, thoughtful and full of life. He will be greatly missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and the children.
Justus and Claire

Thaddeus Gray

January 1, 2018

Dear Gail and family, we are so saddened by your loss. Philip will always be remembered for his wit, charm and that twinkle in his eye that was unique to him. There was no other person like him and he will be missed by all his friends.
With love, Thaddeus and Allison Gray

January 1, 2018

Dear Gail,
Tarek and i send you all our love and strength to endure this very difficult and tragic time in your life.
Marina Kettaneh

Mark

December 31, 2017

Dear Gail:

The world has lost a shining star! The kindness and joy that Philip brought to so many - including hundreds of friends of his across the University of Minnesota and dozens of "brothers" from the SAE fraternity at the University are symbolic of Philips rare ability. He would enter a room and find a way to speak with, and make friends with everyone he came in touch with.

God bless your family, and you in this incredible challenging time.

We love you, and I will see you next weekend.

Leigh Chiu

December 31, 2017

Dear Gail, Philip was a kind soul, a friend to many, a loving husband to you, and a spectacular father to Sophia and Nicholas. Heaven has gained an angel and i have no doubt knowing Philip is looking down on you with pride and love. We will all miss him. That smile, and his unique self. My heart goes out to you and the kids...we will be there with you very soon. Big warm hugs sweet friend. We all love and adore you. Leigh

Rose F.

December 31, 2017

Gail, though young, Philip lived his life well and gallantly. May you look forward to the promise of God, when he will bring Phillip back to life to be reunited with you, and his loved ones once again. (Job 30:33) I give you your family and relatives my sincere condolence.

Kristin Hitzemann Rosenbloom

December 30, 2017

Dear Gail,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Sophia and Nicholas during this difficult time.

Sending you all of my love.

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