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Philip Raiche Obituary
Philip was born in Rutland, Vermont, on June 7, 1949, the son of Edward P. and Edith (Smith) Raiche. Philip received his early education at the Vermont Achievement Center in Rutland as he was born hearing impaired. He lived with his foster family (Joe Bianchi family) in Rutland for nine years during the week so he could attend school and would come home on the weekends. He entered public school in grade five in Danby and graduated from Wallingford High School in 1970.
Philip worked on the family farm all his life. He loved collecting anything, especially antique cars. He enjoyed attending car shows and loved any kind of celebration, especially family celebrations. Philip loved animals, enjoyed socializing and loved driving around in his truck and visiting with people he passed by. Philip was a member of the Danby, Mount Tabor Volunteer Fire Department, the Rutland County Maple Producers, St. Paul Catholic Church in Manchester and, formerly, Holy Trinity Church in Danby.
Philip is survived by his aunt, Mildred Powers of Danby; his sisters, Mary Sprague and her husband Burr of Danby and Margaret Macheski and her husband Donald of Danby; his nieces, and nephews, Karla Day and her husband Scott of Shrewsbury, Vermont, Julie Williams and her husband Paul of Rutland Town, Eric Vernon and his wife Vicki of Granville, New York, Priscilla Davenport and her husband Jeff of Wallingford, Vermont, and Jennifer Morris and her husband Mike of Danby; and many cousins.
A Mass of Christian death and burial will be celebrated Tuesday morning, September 14, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Christ Our Savior Parish (St. Paul Catholic Church) in Manchester, Vermont. Interment will follow in the family lot in St. Jerome's Cemetery in East Dorset. Visiting hours will be held Monday, September 13, 2010, at Brewster Funeral Service, 34 Park Place, Manchester Center, Vermont, from 4-7 p.m. when the family will be in attendance.
If friends desire, memorial gifts in Philip's memory may be made to the Vermont Achievement Center or the Danby, Mount Tabor Volunteer Fire Department, c/o Brewster Funeral Service, PO Box 885, Manchester Center, VT 05255. To send the family personal email condolences, please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com. The family has entrusted arrangements to the care of Brewster Funeral Service, 34 Park Place, Manchester Center, Vermont.
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Memories and Condolences
for Philip Raiche
Margot Schoffstall
September 21, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 20, 2010
I couldn't have been more than 3 or 4 when I first met Phil at the barn and he nicknamed me "Pam Bam" He remembered that name every time he saw me too! Such a caring and easy going spirit. It was impossible not to like him.
Every year when my dad comes to visit he especially looks forward to running into Phil in town and catching up on the years events. He will be greatly missed by us and so many more.
Mary, Meg and Family please accept our sincerest condolences, and know that our memories of Phil will be happy ones. I will miss him at all of the town functions for sure!
Pam & David Champine
Phil with Charlie Matteson and Cliff Bassett in 2008 at the Sugarhouse
Keith Roberts
September 20, 2010
September 19, 2010
I have wanted to post pictures of Phil. I have a few being I worked at the fair with him. I hope others enjoy the recent picture of Phil. This Picture was taken in 2008. Charlie Matteson and Cliff Bassett are with Phil here.
In your honor Phil, Keith Roberts
September 18, 2010
I miss Phil alot. The sugarhouse at the Vermont State Fair was not the same without Phil. My condolances to the family. Phil was a friend.
Keith Roberts
ROY TAYLOR
September 17, 2010
I knew Phil since i was a little kid.He always used to encourage me to stay in high school. Don't you quit,he would say.I remember going hunting with him one time on Dutch hill. And riding in his old blue plymouth. He will be missed by many people.I wish i could have seen him one more time. REST IN PEACE PHILIP.YOU ARE ONE OF DANBY'S FINEST.
ROY TAYLOR
September 17, 2010
i knew Phil since i was a little kid. He always used to encourage me to stay in high school. Don't you quit, he would say.I remember going hunting with him on dutch hill once. and riding in his old blue plymouth. He was a good ole vt. boy.He will be missed by many people.i wish i could have seen him one more time. Rest In Peace Philip.You are ONE OF DANBY'S FINEST.
Bud & Lucy Harrington
September 17, 2010
Dear Meg, Mary, Julie, Paul and families,
We were sorry to learn of Philip's passing...but know that he wouldn't have wanted not to be able to get around and do the things he wanted.
He was missed at the "Maple Sugar House" by many, many people this year.
Remember the good times and take one day at a time.
Sincerely,
Jorden Blucher
September 17, 2010
I can not remember the last time I saw or spoke to Phil, it has been many years since I have spent a long amount of time at my parents house. Often though, when I came to visit, I would take the road by the farm because that particular spot seemed to be a place of grounding for me. Though I did not know Phil well, I did know him all my life and no mater how long it had been since I had seen him he always had a big hello and always asked what I was up too with sincere interest.
As a child we would take our two silver milk cans over to the farm to get fresh milk directly from the vat. This is one of my fondest memories of growing up in a small town and having it rise to the surface the other day gave me pause. For it was something that I am sure I will never be able to do with our son Noah, which makes me sad. This was something that has had a lasting impact on me; I have used this memory to help keep myself grounded in a world of increasing stress and materialism. Going to the Raiche family farm to get milk was, at the core, a simple and great experience that all children should be so lucky to have.
Jon Bruce
September 16, 2010
I knew Phil virtually all my life & am devestated by this news. His infectious laugh & stories made a bad day bright. I will always remember the truck with Tippy & Toby. Phil made the world a better place.
Cathy & Tary Jesmonth
September 16, 2010
P assing by in his truck
H ollering out Hello
L aughing all day long
These are the things that many of us will missing. It is more than family and friends that are feeling this loss it is the the town that will be missing something that many of us took for granted that would be there for always. As we have learned none of us are here forever. We need to take a lesson from Phil and laugh and say hello when ever we can to each other. Our prayers are with the family.
Dan Fredette
September 15, 2010
I was very fortunate to know Phil for a 5 years.. We used to work together at a Cabinet making company. When you seem to have a bad day. He used to come up to you and just had something sarcastic to say that would bring a smile to your face.. He was a very hard working person, also a caring person that helped others. There will never be another person like Phil. I will remember phil as a rare piece of art work.. Thank you for the memories. May God Bless you..
Jeannie Underwood
September 15, 2010
Dear Meg and Family,
So sorry for your loss of Philip. He was such a great likeable guy. Every one I knew liked Philip. God Bless
Jeannie & Bob and Family
Jim Davis
September 15, 2010
Mary and family
I am sorry for your loss. I pray that our Lord will give you peace through this time of sorrow.
Lisa
September 15, 2010
To the Raiche Family.
God Bless You all. Phil was very special. He always made me feel like a family member instead of the "new person in town" and that always meant a lot to me. He will be greatly missed by us but I'm sure he's entertaining all his old and new friends in heaven.
Jill and David Frost
September 15, 2010
Dear Meg, Mary and Family,
We are thinking of all of you at this sad and difficult time. We always enjoyed our visits with Phil - most recently at a Friday Night Live event in downtown Rutland. We were sitting at Sabby's outdoor dining area and Phil came by to talk with us while we were waiting for our meals. We are glad that we have that nice memory!
Hugs to you all ~
September 15, 2010
MARY, MEG. AND FAMILY,
WILL MISS PHILIP, WITH HIS GREAT SMILE AND STORIES TO TELL, A GREAT PART OF OUR FAMILY, MARY, JERRY, CHERYL, GREGORY, ALISA, JOHN BIANCHI
Billie Coburn, family
September 14, 2010
To all the Raiche family, Our prayers are with you.
kathy Brown, family
September 14, 2010
Dear Raiche family,sorry for youre loss phil will be missed greatly.
Nikki Wilson
September 14, 2010
My heart goes out to all of the Raiche family. My prayers are with you and I will never forget waiting for the cows on my way to work. I loved seeing Philip then and that is the memory I will always have of him. My prayers are with you all and I know Phil will have some good company in Heaven. All of my Love
Nikki Wilson
renee smith
September 14, 2010
meg,
prayers for you and your family at this time. miss you.
love from houston,
renee (raiche) smith
Michelle Stuhlmueller
September 14, 2010
Meg, Julie, Carla, Eric,
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Phil Passing. He was an amazing man, who always asked about myself, and Kameron. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
Love you all,
Michelle and Kameron Stuhlmueller
Patrick Kennedy
September 14, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Darleen (Underwood) Phelps & Family
September 14, 2010
Eric, Julie, Karla & Families
Phil was so unique & special. Just looking at this guest book proves how many peoples lives he's touched! You & yours are in our prayers.
Tim Rouse
September 14, 2010
To the Raiche Family,
So sorry for your loss. What a loved man by all and the many lives he touched. We hauled his milk for many years and enjoyed all the talks. May all the memories you have made over the years bring you comfort in the days to come. Tim and Kathy Rouse T&K Milk Hauling
The McClures
September 14, 2010
To the Raiche Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss. Phil will be missed. He touched so many lives.
September 13, 2010
Meg, Mary & family
So sorry to hear of the death of Phil. His hearty laugh and good nature will surely be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts are with you.
Brenda (King) (Poro) (Roberts) Walka
Proctor, Vt.
Betty (Hawkins) Hurd
September 13, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of a terrific man. May all that knew Philip cherish those memories that will help him live on in our hearts forever. I will never forget his smile and laugh, and his love for life. I have never heard an angry word come from his lips. He will be greatly missed.
Cheryl Martin
September 13, 2010
To Phillip,s Family. I've seen Phillip every six months for the last ten years, to clean his teeth. What a great guy! He always had something on his mind to share. And it usually contained a few expletives. He kept me on my toes. It was a pleasure to know him. I will truly miss him and his visits.
Pat Decker
September 13, 2010
Mary, Meg and family - I am so sorry to hear about your brother. You are all in my prayers.
riley lewis
September 13, 2010
Philip will be missed by many people
Jackie Mueller
September 13, 2010
So sorry to hear about Phil's accident and passing. I've known him since 6th grade, and he ALWAYS called me "Rabbit" from that time on! Rest in Peace, my friend. Jackie (Greene) Mueller
Bill Wetherby
September 13, 2010
I worked with Phil for a few years at Killington Wood Prod.Had a great sense of humor and was always smiling.He will be missed.May God bless you and your family.
Tonya Audy
September 13, 2010
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family. Philip was a special man who was loved by so many people. Everyone has their own special memories of him and there will be a giant hole in the community with his passing.
becky butler
September 13, 2010
Philip certainly carved a niche in our world didn't he?? Many fond memories of the trek to get milk-my children did enjoy that task and it was all due to Philip. He had a wonderful smile that infected everyone and made things around him happy. May the peace that he has now found help your family heal and enjoy those fond memories. My love to you all.
Sandy & Danny Pinsonault
September 13, 2010
Karla
We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Phil's passing. No matter where we bumped into him, the Rutland Fair, Tractor Supply, or at the market in Danby or Mt. Tabor, he always asked about Brian and Sarah and spoke so highly of you, Julie and Eric and gave updates on all of you and your children. He will certainly be missed by many, he touched so many of us. God bless you and yours.
Judy Comar
September 13, 2010
Mary, Burr, Meg, Donald and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Phil's passing. He was a wonderful person, and lots of fun to tease with. Danby will not be the same without him. My thoughts and prayers go out the your entire family. I am sorry I will not be home to attend the services.
Sincerely,
September 13, 2010
Phil has been very active in Wallingford Alumni. He will be missed!
carol '73
Kathe Wade
September 13, 2010
To Philip's Family: I've known Phil since highschool. We just enjoyed our 40th highschool reunion recently. If it wasn't for Phil, I probably would not have gone! We had such a good time. I will miss his wonderful sense of humor and the funny stories he would tell me. He made me smile. He was a good friend and I know that heaven has a special place for Phil! I wish things could have been different, but at least I know he's in God's hands now! If there is anything I can do, please...just ask! I pray that God will comfort you in this time of great sorrow.
Tina (Sendra) Bird
September 13, 2010
Mary, Meg and Family:
Words cannot express the sadness and loss of Philip. He was a unique person with a wonderful sense of humor. When Bill and I started to spend our summers in Danby, we were welcomed into your family with open arms and Philip was always there with a smile on his face and a story to tell. He will be dearly missed by all.
Tommy Leypoldt
September 13, 2010
Phil, you were my neighbor and my friend. I have so many memories growing up next to the farm. I will never forget your whistle. You taught me how to drive a tractor when I was a boy. Thank you, You were a great man. I will miss you.
Danila Young
September 13, 2010
Meg, Mary and Family,
My deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family. I'm so broken hearted for your loss. I never had the pleasure of meeting Philip, but I know if he was anything like Meg and Mary, he was a great and caring person. You are in my thoughts during this hard time. Please know if you need anything I am here for you.
Sincerely
Joe Turso
September 13, 2010
To Phillip's Family,
I only knew Phillip a short time, I work for the Dept of Labor in Rutland, I helped Phillip file his unemployment claimes online. When Phillip walked into our office everyone knew he was here, he was a unique spirt and his loss touched us in a way that few if any have. My life is better because I can say he was my friend. I'll miss him.
Joe Turso
Vermont Department of Labor
Tom and Debbie Bromley
September 13, 2010
Mary, Meg and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Phil was a great guy. Danby just won't seem the same without Phil. But he will remain in our thoughts, and surely we will smile when we remember him. He was such a lovely person that every conversation over the years was a nice one, filled with good humor and enthusiasm for the event. Car show, tractor pull, the Fair, Phil was there and enjoying every moment. We can all learn a valuable lesson from Phil- to enjoy each moment of every day, be kind to all and live life to its fullest.
September 13, 2010
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO PHILIPS FAMILY. IM SURE HE IS IN HEAVEN VIVITING WITH OLD FAMILY AND FRIENDS, NO MORE PAIN JUST PEACE. GOD BLESS YOU ALL . CECIL AND MARY SENDRA
Heather
September 13, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was such a kind soul. He will be missed.
September 13, 2010
Our sympathies are with Phil's family and friends at this time. He always had a smile and time for a conversation. A true Vermonter to the core. He will be missed. -Janet Tifft, Jenn and Lane Tifft and family
Beverly Munger
September 13, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carleen Vero
September 13, 2010
We are sorry to hear of your loss. We are going to miss Phil and his smile, Thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
September 13, 2010
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Leon Raiche & Family - Pensacola,FL
Linda Thomas-Corey
September 13, 2010
Meg,
Philip and I were friends in high school at wallingford as you know. When my dad died he came to express sympathy and share a hug and smile. Later when my husband died (William Corey) he again came to share condolescences and ahug and smile. Throughout the years I often saw Phil at different functions and he always shared a smile, a hug and humor. He will always be in my thoughts as a true friend who did what ever he could to help others and bring joy to them with his grin. Please contact me if you have a chance. I often asked Phil about you.
Sandra Morris
September 13, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to Phillips' family . He always had a smile for everyone. May your memories help you through this difficult time.
Chris and Martha Reed
September 13, 2010
Raiche Family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate Phil’s well lived life! I have known Phil all my life and he will surely be missed. Martha and I will cherish the memories forever of Phil and will always cherish the family milk can that he gave us. I remember as if it was yesterday when I would come home on leave and get the annual updated tour of the barn and farm operations. If it was summer time there was haying to be done and winter (well let’s not talk about that!) his mother always had a wonderful lunch and evening meal prepared. I would tell him stories of the sea and he would update me on his happenings. Such wonderful times that I and my family will always cherish. It was so wonderful to have seen Phil at our class reunion last month. As we say in the Navy! May you have “FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS ALWAYS” You will always live in our hearts and prayers. I will miss you my FRIEND!
Margaretanne Connors
September 13, 2010
To Meg,Mary and families: I am so sorry for your loss of Phillip. My prayers are with all of you.
Sarah Nichols
September 13, 2010
Mary,Meg and families,
I was so sad to hear about Phil. I never saw him without a smile on his face. You are all in our thoughts.
george&kathy stone
September 13, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Larry Taylor
September 13, 2010
He was only three years old when we first met,and only knew eachother A few monthsbefore I left the farm, Philip never forgot.nor I him, He will be missed by many, Prayer to the Raiche Family Larry Taylor
Michelle and Burton Burnett
September 13, 2010
Karla and Priscilla and Family
We are so sorry for the loss of your uncle. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Kathi Butler - Guild
September 12, 2010
My deepest sympathies to the family of Philip. I was a child of 7 or 8 when I first met him in the barn. The sights, sounds, scents, routine and work of the farm impressed me. I would arrive with a Tropicana orange juice bottle to have filled up with the warm, creamy milk from the stainless steel vats. Philip would always make small talk, difficult with a shy, quiet child, but always he was positive and energetic and sometimes would let us go out in the barn to see the cows and the kittens running wild.... he was always very engaging. It always struck me that he was so kind to a silly child when he didn't have to be...that stuck with me all my life. In his small way, he helped me to see that it was important to make others feel comfortable and that it was easy to do if you just "be yourself" and listen....
May peace be with you,
Kathi
September 12, 2010
To our cousins, We are going to miss Phil and his visits to the store. Will always remember his birthday party - A good time.
Jean and Hugh
Mary Lou Bowen
September 12, 2010
Meg and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
michele bowen
September 12, 2010
Meg I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Sutphin
September 12, 2010
To the Raiche family
Sorry to hear about Phil. I worked with him for a short period of time and he had a way about him with that infectious grin and boisterous voice. I can't believe I will never again hear 'hey blondie' when I am at the store. I will never forget him for he holds a dear place in my heart.
Vicki (Butler) Foust
September 12, 2010
Philip Raiche, Danby, Vermont
Sugar maples lined
The dirt road
Leading
To the farm
Early evenings
Heading for the barn
Fresh milk
For the dinner table
Trying to beat the cows
To the corner
To sit upon the fence
Or the water trough
And wait
For Philip.
Philip,
My sweet, precious memories
Of corn fields, red barns, cow manure
Neighbors, friends, family
Of freedom
Of this glorious country
You were so much a part
Of me
Of all of us
Forever your singsong voice
Will ring through the maples
Calling the cows home.
To the girls and their family you are in my prayers. Philip was so very prominent in my childhood memories, so dear to my heart. He taught me a great deal about tolerance and kindness.
Ken & Margie
September 12, 2010
Mary & Burr, Meg & Donald and Families...
Our hearts will always remember Phil...Danby has lost one of its major citizens! There will always be that gap no one else could fill!
He is resting comfortably finally..God bless him.
Edna & Dick Martell
September 12, 2010
To the Raiche family, We were very saddened to hear about Phil. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you but remember all the good times that you had with him. We always enjoyed talking with him. Dick always had such a good time with him at KWP he was always friendly to everyone. We will miss seeing him at the Maple Sugar House at the Rutland Fair. I stopped by last year for a Maple shake for Dick and had a nice long chat with Phil. He will certainly be remembered by all.
Edna and Dick Martell
The Williams Family
September 12, 2010
Mary, Meg and Family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Phil was a great friend and neighbor. We will forever miss his huge smile and contagious laugh. He was one in a million and will always be remembered.
Viola Heleba
September 12, 2010
I was very upset to hear of Phil's passing. May your family get comfort from knowing that he was loved by many. He always brought a smile to those he met and once you met him, you would never forget him. Danby will never be the same that is for certain. On behalf of my family, I send you our sincerest condolences.
The Champine family
September 12, 2010
Mary, Meg
Our deepest sympathy go out to your family at this time of your loss.I will always hold dear the great memories of growing up with Phil.He was always a true friend.Phil cared about everyone and always made life in Danby much happier. His smile will shine down on us all.We will miss him very much.
Mary&Jim Pratt,Atlanta Ga.
Meme Potter
September 12, 2010
When one leaves the planet, they do not leave our hearts. Cousin Phil will always be remembered, and loved.
September 12, 2010
So Sorry to hear about Phil. I Know that Danby will have a huge void without Phil here. I will certainly miss him driving by the house and yelling out his window to us. He will be greatly missed.
Rico and Michelle
September 12, 2010
Our heartfelt sympathies to the Raiche family, we were so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. What a fixture in town he was, happy go lucky,always smiling,always making one laugh. Phil will surely be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts are with you all..
Loretta Taylor & Ed Buffum
Joyceann Roberts
September 12, 2010
Meg, Mary, neices, nephews--
I am so so sorry, words cannot express our feelings for you at this time. I will miss that gritty voice echoing across any space where I might be, calling out, "Hey, cuz!" Ron and Joyceann
September 12, 2010
Dear Meg, family and friends:
On behalf of All Saints' Anglo-Catholic Church Rutland we send our love, prayers for this most difficult time. Our Mass today at 4:00 p.m. will be in his memory and the Sanctuary Lamp will burn this week in his memory and to the glory of God. Phil was so faithful to our little parish, always greeting with a smile, somethings kind or witty to say and yes those 'maple squares" for our fellowship hour that follows worship. His gift to our church his family statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary that we will look upon for years to come... He is now in a place of no pain, tears or disappear. We thank our Heavenly Father for Phil, his witness and caring spirit. May God grant His everlasting peace.
- All Saint's The Rev. Dwight MacPherson, Rutland, VT
September 12, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May all your happy memories help you through this difficult time. Danby has truly lost one of it's finest. Your all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Nichols Family
Danby, VT
Marlene Kilburn Cutler
September 12, 2010
Meg & family:
So very sorry to hear of Philip's passing. It has been many many years since I saw him last. May wonderful memories help carry all of you through these very difficult days. I will continue to remember him in my prayers.
September 12, 2010
Maple Man I will surley miss your maple squares you brought to church. god bless you and rip buddy Lynne
Pamela Coleman
September 11, 2010
Meg and Family,
We are so sorry to hear that Phil didn't survive the accident. He was a hard worker, a good guy, and a great friend to us. The Maple Barn and the Car Shows will be a lot less colorful without him. He would light up for weeks talking about those events, and a person could really get caught up in his enthusiasm! Although he had a lot of handicaps they never stopped him from living a full and rich life. I know I'll never forget his smiling face and the impish grin he would get at times. We will miss him greatly, as will his many, many friends. While our thoughts and sympathy are with you during this difficult time, we hope you will find comfort in the many happy memories you have shared. Nastrovia Philip!
Pam and Marty Coleman
Sue Kennedy Medor
September 11, 2010
The Raiche Family especially Mary, Burr and Meg:
I couldn't sleep last night because Phil was on my mind and in my prayers all night. I'm having a very hard time acknowledging that he's not with us anymore. He was so very special to me not only as a classmate, but also a great friend. Danby and the Sugarhouse will never be the same without him. I'm so very grateful that I got to spend time with him at our 40 year reunion. So very sorry for all of you because he will be missed so much. May God Bless you all.
September 11, 2010
Meg, Mary & family
We are so sorry to hear about Phillip. He surly will be missed. We can not remember a time when he was anything other than smiling & full of fun. He will be in our hearts forever.
Doug & Nancy Wood
Wendy Eaves
September 11, 2010
I was very sad to hear of Phil's passing. I had not talked to him for many years but always remember his laughter and friendliness. My condolences to all of Phil's family.
September 11, 2010
Phil's Family and friends. We all know the kind of genuine and funny man Phil was. I know i will surely miss him. Every year at the fair, Phil would be there every day to work at the sugarhouse. I will sure miss you. My sympathy to the family, From Keith
I will miss you Phil. Many will....
Keith Roberts
September 11, 2010
Tom Smith
September 11, 2010
Can't say I ever talked to Phil without him making me laugh! What a great easy going person he was. I will truly miss him.
Richard Millard
September 11, 2010
To all the family phil was afriend to me an he will be greatly missed ,he was a joy to talk to an this summer when i was up it was nice to get to talk to him at the firemans lawn party , I will miss him
tracy spencer
September 11, 2010
To all the Raiche Family,
Phil was a wonderful man and he will be greatly missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Kevin & Tracy Spencer and family
Buster and Cele Seward
September 11, 2010
Our condolences to you all. Words can never say how sorry we are for the loss of Phil. He will always be remembered in our hearts as the smiling, strong person that he was, always ready to say hello and have a bit of conversation. He certainly lived for the moment and was a great "piece of work." You were more than a classmate, Phil, you were my good friend.
Katie Johnson
September 11, 2010
I was very sad to hear of the passing of Phil. He was a good soul. I have very fond memories of him which I treasure. I know his passing will leave a void in Danby and in the hearts of all who knew him.
Sharon Sendra
September 11, 2010
To all the Raiche family-
So very sorry for your loss . Philip was a fixture in this town and is remembered through out our lives. Our prayers are with you and all of yours.
Sharon and Harold
BEVERLY ROBERTS-ASH
September 11, 2010
To all of Phil's family , So sorry for your loss. Phil was a good friend to all and will be sadly missed at the Rutland fairs sugerhouse !! Rest in peace my friend.
Teri B.
September 11, 2010
Dear Meg, Mary, and families:
We are both so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. I will always treasure the memory of our weekend in Vermont, especially when Phil let me ride the tractor around the yard. He was certainly one of the "good guys." Our love and prayers are with all of you.
Teri and David
Margo Tabor
September 11, 2010
To the family of Phil, i wish to express my deepest sympathy to all of you in this very sad time,my thought and my prayers are with you.
Deb, Rod & Luke Hawkins
September 11, 2010
For all of Phil's Family!
Our deepest condolences regarding the loss of Phil. We are shocked!!! The SugarHouse at the fair will NEVER be the same. I will never forget Phil's distinct morning whistling echoing through the barnyard every morning.
Dana and Michelle Heleba
September 11, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
September 11, 2010
Meg, Mary,and families,
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Wilbur,Bob,Jean Marie,and families
Donna and Larry Fuller
September 11, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Larry and Lorri Bovey
September 11, 2010
Deepest sympathies ot all. We are sorry to hear about Phillips passing.
Tammy Lang
September 11, 2010
Mary, Burr, Meg, Donald, and family,
We are so sorry to hear of you loss you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Tammy and Scott
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How to support Philip's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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