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Phillip W. Raines

Phillip Raines Obituary

RAINES PHILLIP W. RAINES (Age 58) On July 4, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 10 months and first love, Dr. Martha Kern; his stepdaughters, Carrie and Kelley Singer; his stepmother, Blanche Raines, his cousins; his ex-wives, Sharon Ghassami and Kathryn Greene and relatives. The family will receive visitors at DeVOL FUNERAL HOME, 10 E. Deer Park Dr., Gaithersburg, MD on Friday July 11 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A memorial service will be held at the GAITHERSBURG INN, 104 Russell Ave., Gaithersburg, MD on Saturday July 12 at 3 p.m..

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Published by The Washington Post from Jul. 8 to Jul. 9, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Raines

17 Entries

Richard and Marie Sippel

July 21, 2008

Phil gave us a new and fuller appreciation for the life and works of Richard Wagner. Phil also provided the sound for so many wonderful lectures at Funger Hall. Above all, Phil's high spirit and deep feelings for the Master's music were pleasantly addictive. We will miss Phil very much.

With deepest condolences,

Janice Rosen

July 13, 2008

My condolences and deepest sympathy. I knew Phil from the very earliest days of the Wagner Society of Washington, DC. He was an enthusiastic music lover and had a great knowledge of Wagner's works. I learned so much from him and enjoyed his wisdom as a colleague and fellow Wagner Society member.

Jessica Kerr

July 10, 2008

My sister and I met Phil at the Met Opera in NYC. He sat next to me and admired my collection of Native American Jewelry. I discovered his love for Wagner.
We met him several times and chatted at the Met. He knew so much about music and was most engaging. I feel fortunate to have encountered such a unique and talented man and am so sorry for the loss - to many. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Mary Ann Busse

July 10, 2008

My husband Dave and I knew Phil for many years. We all worked as speech/language pathologists with Montgomery County Public Schools.
We were also involved in the Amway business with Phil and his then wife Sharon.
Phil and I also shared a love of music - I have great memories of accompanying him on the piano while he sang show and popular tunes.
Occasionally Dave and I would see Phil and Kathy at a Kennedy Center concert.
I hadn't spoken to Phil in the last few years, but the last time we did talk, he was busy with his Wagner Society work, pursuing his love of opera.
Condolences to Martha, Carrie, and Kelley, to his stepmother Balnche Raiines, to all his relatives, and to all those who loved him.
Phil definitely touched a lot of lives.

Steve Budman

July 10, 2008

I was a freshman at the University of Maryland extension campus on McGraw Kasern in Munich with Phil,1968-69. I will never forget skiing with him in Kitzbuel, Austria; nor listening to his magic on the piano in the student lounge. I only recently re-found him via Google, and enjoyed a precious few emails.

David Barwell

July 9, 2008

Our condolences to Martha and family.

I met Phil in College, and we were close friends for about 10 years. I tried to find Phil’s whereabouts 3 months ago, and he was living about 3 miles from me. He helped me work with the school system for special help for our daughter Joy and was totally successful. He said he was so happy to re-new friendship, and was so happy to help Joy. He was always the life of the party, a teacher of special children, drama teacher and a child-advocate.

A box of about 600 of his photos were mailed to him 2 weeks ago. He sat up all night looking through his life in pictures, and showing Martha until she fell asleep. The start was skiing in Germany or Austria as a teen…. portrait photos as a late teen.....the Amway years …..and a lot on stage.........through his teaching and drama years........... and many photos of him on walks in the most beautiful parks, forests, beaches, monuments, and around lakes all over USA.....his VW bus / camper....playing guitar in many outdoor parks and near outdoor fireplaces ..............and through his 50's.
I am glad that I contacted him when I did. We had two dinners together, with Barbie and Martha, 2 school meetings, 2 planning meetings, and one really heart to heart talk about the last 30 years. He was thrilled that I searched for him, and that our friendship was renewed.

What if I had waited 3 months to contact him? God's direction and timing we cannot argue. I pray to see him in heaven.

Peter and Gloria Scalise

July 9, 2008

When we heard about Phil's passing, recollections of music, laughter, and real conversation came naturally and easily to us. Even though we had lost touch with each other over the years, we still feel the loss.
Our heart-felt condolences to those who also feel that loss.

Susan Yaffe

July 9, 2008

My husband Barry and I knew Phil Raines very well during the years he was married to Sharon. He was always loving,fun and often inspiring. We will remember him with great affection and be grateful to him for the joy he brought into our lives.Our condolences to all who will miss him.

Nancy Replogle

July 8, 2008

Martha, Carrie, Kelley,
Phil brought much happiness and joy into your life during the brief time you had together as a family. He will be with you always in spirit and in the memories you shared. We send you our love during this difficult time. Love, Nancy, Larry, Lee and Michael

Lynn Rubin

July 8, 2008

Dear Dr. Kern,

My heart goes out to you and your family as you grieve. You are truly blessed to have found each other again after so many years, and the memories you made together will last a lifetime.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

With Deepest Sympathy,
Lynn Rubin

Myra Auster

July 8, 2008

My husband Aaron and I enjoyed a close relationship with Phil (and his wife at that time- Sharon) Phil had "the magic" and brought great joy into our lives. We will never forget him.

S.Carter JW

July 8, 2008

Dear Dr Kern,

I am very sorry to read of your husband's death. This must be very hard for you. Think of the joy your love and company brought to him. "Who can find a virtuous wife? The heart of her husband safely trusts her. Her children rise up and call her blessed. Her husband also he praises her", Prov.31. Comfort to you from the God of all comfort. Love,

Phil Jacobs

July 8, 2008

My wife Lisa and I knew Phil when he was married to Sharon many, many years ago. He brought a great deal of light to this world to many, and he will be missed. We were both so shocked to hear of his passing. He was just one of those guys frozen in my memory with a constant spark of life.
Phil and Lisa Jacobs,
Baltimore, Md.

Shirley Mindel

July 8, 2008

Dear Dr. Kern,

Shirley, Herman, and family are so sorry for your loss. We love you so much, we want you to know our hearts are with you and your family.

Love,

Shirley and Herman Mindel and Family

Thomas and Yoko Arthur

July 8, 2008

Dear Martha,

Yoko and Tom Arthur send sincerest condolences and regret that we cannot be with you for Phil's funeral.

Richard & Donna Seget

July 8, 2008

Phil was a warm, intelligent and engagingly interesting gentleman! We will miss him dearly.

Mary Julia Bailey

July 8, 2008

Dear Martha, Kelley, Carrie, and Scott,
We are all so shocked and sad to learn of Phil's sudden death. You are all in our prayers during this heartbreaking time.
Love,
Mary Julia, Russell, Adrienne, and Morgan

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