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Philippe Devigne Obituary

Philippe Devigne In San Francisco on April 14, 2009 of cancer. Born in Paris, he spent his early life in Manhattan and then in San Francisco. After early retirement from McGraw Hill Publishing, he truly enjoyed his varied interests of cooking, photography, classical music study, birding and world travel with his wife Linda. He leaves behind his brothers Robert (Kathleen), Henri and Andre along with cousins, nieces, and nephews here and in France. He also leaves behind his lovely goddaughter Christina. A private celebration of Phil's life is planned for the future. Donations may be made to the American Birding Association, (800-850-2473) or the Golden Gate Audubon Society (510-843-2222). McAvoy-O'Hara Co. (415) 668-0077

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Apr. 19 to Apr. 20, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
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geneva saville

April 21, 2009

PHIL WAS A GREAT BOSS....I WORKED FOR HIM FROM 1972 UNTIL HE RETIRED......IN THE SF OFFICE......IT WASN'T THE SAME WHEN HE RETIRED.....THE OTHER BOSSES WHO CAME AFTER.....HADN'T WORKED THEIR WAY UP THRU THE RANKS....AND DIDN'T KNOW DODGE LIKE PHIL DID....GORDON WATKINS WAS THE EXCEPTION....

MY CONDOLENCES TO LINDA...I REMEMBER WHEN SHE AND PHIL MET SKIING......
PHIL WAS ALSO A CAT LOVER.....EVEN THO HE WAS AN AVID BIRDWATCHER......HE AND LINDA ADOPTED 2 ORPHAN KITTENS OF MINE...TOAST AND MARMALADE....
PHIL ALSO LOVED A GOOD JOKE.....HE AND OMAR MEDLIN ALWAYS CAME AROUND AT LEAST ONCE A DAY WITH SOMETHING .....THO TODAY THEY PROBABLY WOULDN'T BE CONSIDERED ..."POLITICALLY CORRECT".....IN THOSE DAYS WE DIDN'T TAKE OURSELVES SO SERIOUSLY....AND COMING TO WORK WHEN PHIL WAS BOSS....WAS FUN.......
I HAVEN'T SEEN HIM IN YEARS..BUT WILL REMEMBER HIM AS A GREAT BOSS...AND NICE GUY.....

Albertus "Ad" Van Dyk

April 21, 2009

I was just informed of Phil's passing and was greatly saddened by the news. I will forever remember the wonderful memories we had and express my condolences to you Linda. I will always remember him and felt so lucky that our paths had crossed. With love.

Marvis Sutton

April 19, 2009

I can't believe he is gone. He was the best boss anyone could ever have. This year's 25 Year Club will not be the same without him. He will remain in my heart and in my prayers forever.

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