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Philip H. Obenauer
March 7, 1939 ~ July 15, 2015 (age 76) 76 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Betsy Daniels
March 9, 2016 4:29 PM
Jenny, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad he was a great man and tried to fill my godfathers shoes after his death.
Maybe one day we will go ice skating again in new suffolk
Maybe one day we will go ice skating again in new suffolk
A candle was lit by Deborah watson/cobb
on October 7, 2015 12:05 PM
A candle was lit by Bryan Kay (Grandson)
on August 3, 2015 10:15 AM
A candle was lit by catlady
on August 3, 2015 3:51 AM
Message from Rich Maggio
July 28, 2015 1:01 PM
Phil was a unique character. He took me under his wing when I was a rookie ECO, and showed me how important our job was, and how to have fun doing it. He was always one of my favorite officers, and I was sorry to see him retire so many years ago. We have all lost a great man. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
Message from Delores, John and Johnny Garrison
July 25, 2015 3:36 PM
We were deeply saddened to learn of our friend and neighbor Phil passing away. Phil was a good man and neighbor. Johnny and I enjoyed talking to Phil in our yard on several occasions, although we only knew Phil for the last three years since we bought a home in Harborton, it seems like we have known Phil all our lives, Phil was easy to talk to and usually had something to say to put a smile on your face. We last saw and talked to Phil at Mary Ellen's Postal retirement reception on March 7, 2015 which seems like only yesterday. Phil will be missed by all that touched his life. Our thoughts and prayers are with our friend and neighbor Lori and the rest of his family. Rest is peace dear friend until we meet again.
A candle was lit by Delores, John and Johnny Garrison
on July 25, 2015 3:24 PM
A candle was lit by Delores, John and Johnny Garrison
on July 25, 2015 3:23 PM
Message from Kathleen Kubacki (Ruhf)
July 22, 2015 7:08 PM
Jenny ,
My deareat best friend I am so very sorry for your loss. Your dad was an amazing person that always knew how to make everyone smile. He was always taking us on adventutes and finding cool things. I always had a blast. My prayers are with you and your family.
Love
Kathleen
My deareat best friend I am so very sorry for your loss. Your dad was an amazing person that always knew how to make everyone smile. He was always taking us on adventutes and finding cool things. I always had a blast. My prayers are with you and your family.
Love
Kathleen
A candle was lit by Kat kubacki (Ruhf)
on July 22, 2015 7:02 PM
A candle was lit by Linda Fike
on July 22, 2015 4:03 PM
Message from Kelley Hall
July 22, 2015 2:58 PM
Jenny, I am so sorry to hear about your Father. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
A candle was lit by Kelley Hall
on July 22, 2015 2:57 PM
Message from Sandra & Harry Young
July 22, 2015 1:20 PM
Thoughts and prayers for the entire Obenauer family. When we first met and got to know Phil, he always had a very unique personality. Working with him at the Region 1 Office was a delight. He will be missed by many.
A candle was lit by Sandra & Harry Young
on July 22, 2015 1:16 PM
Message from Dot Thumm (retired Captain, NYSDEC)
July 22, 2015 11:33 AM
My deepest sympathy to all of the family and friends of Phil. I know you will all miss him terribly. I remember him as such a unique character and a genuinely good person. He always had me laughing.
Message from Kristie Busby
July 22, 2015 6:36 AM
Jenny - Jared and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
A candle was lit by Jared and Kristie Busby
on July 22, 2015 6:32 AM
A candle was lit by Crystal
on July 21, 2015 10:49 PM
A candle was lit by Gary Babcock
on July 21, 2015 12:17 PM
A candle was lit by James (Jimmy) C. Sund
on July 20, 2015 8:43 AM
Message from Olga Barberan
July 19, 2015 10:05 PM
Lorraine, we have never met, but I am so truly grateful for all of the updates on Phil's journey. My daughter and I truly enjoyed Phil's friendship throughout the years. I was shocked to hear about his battle because he had such a healthy life.
He was a truly a genuine soul. Had no malice in his heart, ever towards anyone or anything. Loved life and all that lived. Great positive outlook always. Along with his family and friends, Mother Earth will miss him as well.
God Bless You and if you are ever this way please contact me. I would love to meet you.
He was a truly a genuine soul. Had no malice in his heart, ever towards anyone or anything. Loved life and all that lived. Great positive outlook always. Along with his family and friends, Mother Earth will miss him as well.
God Bless You and if you are ever this way please contact me. I would love to meet you.
A candle was lit by Olga Barberan
on July 19, 2015 9:53 PM
A candle was lit by Laura J. Obenauer
on July 19, 2015 9:30 PM
A candle was lit by Ellen
on July 19, 2015 5:06 PM
A candle was lit by Dolly & Rose Giacalone
on July 19, 2015 10:35 AM
Message from Dolly & Rose Giacalone
July 19, 2015 10:34 AM
Out thought & prayers are with your family & Lorraine at this time of sorrow.
Rest in peace Phil, we will miss you.
Rest in peace Phil, we will miss you.
A candle was lit by Mickey and Cyndy DiVeto
on July 19, 2015 10:23 AM
Message from Mickey and Cyndy DiVeto
July 19, 2015 10:21 AM
Dear, dear, Lorraine:
We have been terribly and permanently affected by what has happened to Phil and you.
Phil was the last person in the world to whom we thought this would happen. He was fit, strong, smart, fun loving, sensitive, a good cook, a skilled handyman, a lover of nature, knowledgeable in so many subjects, and comfortable in the life he loved with you and the beautiful area he became a part of.
Phil was also a part of our lives, for more than 60 years a loyal friend. He gave us the gift of his respect and time, from when he sent letters to Mickey stationed in Labrador in the 1960’s, to the offers to help with transportation to and from Cleveland in 2009 for Mickey’s surgery, to his frequent visits with us in Maine and / Florida. There are many places, especially in Maine, which will ALWAYS represent Phil and Lorraine. Phil emailed frequently, and telephoned, as hard as that was with his poor ability to hear, and mailed us things that he found that he knew would interest us.
Phil was very lucky, too, when he found you. We do not know what would have happened to him had he not done so. From we who could not be there to help him in his last days, we thank YOU for being there. You have become our friend now, and memories of Phil will always be linked to you. Phil loved you, and we love you too.
Our sincere and condolences go to all those who held him dear, and who will miss him so much.
Love, Mickey and Cyndy
We have been terribly and permanently affected by what has happened to Phil and you.
Phil was the last person in the world to whom we thought this would happen. He was fit, strong, smart, fun loving, sensitive, a good cook, a skilled handyman, a lover of nature, knowledgeable in so many subjects, and comfortable in the life he loved with you and the beautiful area he became a part of.
Phil was also a part of our lives, for more than 60 years a loyal friend. He gave us the gift of his respect and time, from when he sent letters to Mickey stationed in Labrador in the 1960’s, to the offers to help with transportation to and from Cleveland in 2009 for Mickey’s surgery, to his frequent visits with us in Maine and / Florida. There are many places, especially in Maine, which will ALWAYS represent Phil and Lorraine. Phil emailed frequently, and telephoned, as hard as that was with his poor ability to hear, and mailed us things that he found that he knew would interest us.
Phil was very lucky, too, when he found you. We do not know what would have happened to him had he not done so. From we who could not be there to help him in his last days, we thank YOU for being there. You have become our friend now, and memories of Phil will always be linked to you. Phil loved you, and we love you too.
Our sincere and condolences go to all those who held him dear, and who will miss him so much.
Love, Mickey and Cyndy
A candle was lit by MaryJo Turner
on July 18, 2015 6:05 PM
A candle was lit by Phil's son in law, Victor Kay
on July 18, 2015 4:28 PM
Message from Pat Hart
July 18, 2015 11:52 AM
Lorraine I am so sorry for your loss of Phil. You know how I feel about, don't you ? I love you. Pat
Message from Larry & Karin Lees
July 18, 2015 9:46 AM
Lorraine we are so sorry to learn about Phil's passing.
He will always be remembered at the ping pong club for his humor and originality.
He will always be remembered at the ping pong club for his humor and originality.
Message from paul & marina & tatjana keller
July 18, 2015 9:40 AM
we keep phil in our thoughts as the best fisherman at sunrise beach.
Message from Maureen Catalano Mackay
July 17, 2015 11:42 PM
I am so sorry to hear this. I didn't know Phil was living here.
He was a conservation officer on Long Island with my father Nick Catalano.
Wish I had a chance to get to know him better.
Thoughts and prayers are with your family.
He was a conservation officer on Long Island with my father Nick Catalano.
Wish I had a chance to get to know him better.
Thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Message from Jeanette Lorelli Kilen
July 17, 2015 9:49 PM
I remember the days in Lindy High School. Was sorry to hear of his illness and death.
God be with him in eternity. God Bless his family and friends.
Sincere Sympathy,
Arlen & Jeanette Kilen
God be with him in eternity. God Bless his family and friends.
Sincere Sympathy,
Arlen & Jeanette Kilen
A candle was lit by Kathy & Larry Posey
on July 17, 2015 8:42 PM
A candle was lit by Melinda McPeek & Scott Wade
on July 17, 2015 8:08 PM
Message from Jon Sund
July 17, 2015 7:47 PM
I've missed the emails already and the phone call on Marine Corps birthday in memory of my father. But memories will last forever, playing football at the beach and the stories. Fair winds and a fallowing sea Coastie see you again.
Message from carmen and john busch
July 17, 2015 7:40 PM
BUTSY, WE ARE SO SO SAD ABOUT YOUR DEATH, WE ARE ALSO VERY SORRY FOR THE PAIN AND SUFFERING THAT YOU HAD TO ENDURE, LIFE IT'S NOT FAIR.
YOU WERE IN SUCH GOOD SHAPE AND LOVED LIFE SO MUCH,WE JUST DON'T UNDERSTAND GOD'S WILL, WE ARE ALSO CONFIDENT THAT YOU ARE IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE WITH NO MORE PAIN, AND IN PEACE.
WE ARE STILL IN SHOCK ABOUT THIS HORRIBLE THING THAT HAPPENNED TO YOU, IT ALL HAPPENNED SO FAST AND OUT OF NOWHERE , IT'S JUST HARD TO ACCEPT THE ENDING, BUT NOW YOU DON'T HAVE TO SUFFER ANYMORE.
WE WERE SO HAPPY THAT YOU GOT TO GO TO THE BEACH AND ENJOY THE DAY WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND YOUR GUARDIAN ANGEL, LORRAINE (THANK GOD FOR HER BEING IN YOUR LIFE ) SHE WAS AN ANGEL SENT TO YOU TO LOVE YOU AND SUPPORT YOU AND MAKE YOU HAPPY ALL THESE YEARS YOU WERE TOGHER.
WE WERE ALSO ECSTACIC THAT YOU SPENT SOME QUALITY TIME WITH YOUR BEST BUDDY GUS (PUTZ) THAT WAS SO BEAUTIFUL AND SAD AT THE SAME TIME, BUT WE BELIEVE THAT HE HELPED YOU IN MANY WAYS TO EASE YOUR PAIN AND FEARS, ANIMALS HAVE A SPECIAL GIFT FOR THOSE WHO LOVE THEM. SO HAPPY ABOUT YOUR TIME TOGETHER.
WE WILL MISS YOU FOREVER UNTIL THAT TIME WHEN WE SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN.
WE LOVE YOU, GOD BLESS YOU AND REST IN PEACE.
YOUR OLD OLD OLD PAL CAPTAIN JOHN AND YOUR NEWER FRIEND CATLADY.
OUR CONDOLENCE TO YOUR FIANCE LORRAINE, AND YOURR DAUGHTER AND GRANRDCHILD.
YOU WERE IN SUCH GOOD SHAPE AND LOVED LIFE SO MUCH,WE JUST DON'T UNDERSTAND GOD'S WILL, WE ARE ALSO CONFIDENT THAT YOU ARE IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE WITH NO MORE PAIN, AND IN PEACE.
WE ARE STILL IN SHOCK ABOUT THIS HORRIBLE THING THAT HAPPENNED TO YOU, IT ALL HAPPENNED SO FAST AND OUT OF NOWHERE , IT'S JUST HARD TO ACCEPT THE ENDING, BUT NOW YOU DON'T HAVE TO SUFFER ANYMORE.
WE WERE SO HAPPY THAT YOU GOT TO GO TO THE BEACH AND ENJOY THE DAY WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND YOUR GUARDIAN ANGEL, LORRAINE (THANK GOD FOR HER BEING IN YOUR LIFE ) SHE WAS AN ANGEL SENT TO YOU TO LOVE YOU AND SUPPORT YOU AND MAKE YOU HAPPY ALL THESE YEARS YOU WERE TOGHER.
WE WERE ALSO ECSTACIC THAT YOU SPENT SOME QUALITY TIME WITH YOUR BEST BUDDY GUS (PUTZ) THAT WAS SO BEAUTIFUL AND SAD AT THE SAME TIME, BUT WE BELIEVE THAT HE HELPED YOU IN MANY WAYS TO EASE YOUR PAIN AND FEARS, ANIMALS HAVE A SPECIAL GIFT FOR THOSE WHO LOVE THEM. SO HAPPY ABOUT YOUR TIME TOGETHER.
WE WILL MISS YOU FOREVER UNTIL THAT TIME WHEN WE SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN.
WE LOVE YOU, GOD BLESS YOU AND REST IN PEACE.
YOUR OLD OLD OLD PAL CAPTAIN JOHN AND YOUR NEWER FRIEND CATLADY.
OUR CONDOLENCE TO YOUR FIANCE LORRAINE, AND YOURR DAUGHTER AND GRANRDCHILD.
A candle was lit by john and carmen busch
on July 17, 2015 6:15 PM
A candle was lit by Jenny's husband, Victor Kay
on July 17, 2015 6:03 PM
Message from Lori Ridington
July 17, 2015 5:39 PM
Phil - you will be the brightest star in the sky. Your infectious laugh and jokes will be missed by all of us. You were one of a kind.
Message from Rodney and Kimmy
July 17, 2015 5:34 PM
What a man! Phil made our life better! he loved us as we did him. He was very special and we will always think of him as we throw horse shoes at the beach. His incredible sense of humor was like no other. we were proud to have him part of our family. Watch over us Phil....hold a space for me on that white beach where you reside for I will join you one day, sit by your side, laugh and talk, drink and play.....sounds like paradise I would say!
A candle was lit by Rodney and Kimmy
on July 17, 2015 5:29 PM
Message from Matthew Babcock
July 17, 2015 4:18 PM
Sorry about your daddy. Hope your doing o.k.
A candle was lit by Bob and Linda Mickiewicz
on July 17, 2015 4:16 PM
A candle was lit by Matthew babcock
on July 17, 2015 4:15 PM
Message from Phil's daughter, Jenny Kay
July 17, 2015 4:08 PM
I love you Dad, and I will miss you with all my heart. I will always be your little girl. I know you will be watching over me and my son. I will always cherish the fun we had when I was a kid, and the great conversations we had like friends when I became an adult. May you now rest in peace Dad.
My heart goes out to you Lorraine, for all you did for Dad during these painful months. Thank you, I love you.
My heart goes out to you Lorraine, for all you did for Dad during these painful months. Thank you, I love you.
Message from Lorraine Mason
July 17, 2015 5:41 PM
Jenny, it will be hard for us both. Know your father always loved you and cherished the time he spent with you. He told me many stories of your growing up. I want you to know your dad was always proud to be your father and loved you with all his heart -even when he did the dad thing of scolding you or having a difference of opinion. Thank you for helping me get through this, Lorraine
Message from Jimmy Rogers
July 17, 2015 3:50 PM
Phil,
What a legacy you leave behind...! It is hard to type as tears flood my cheeks.. You were a jovial jokester, who lived life and your precious daughter ,my best friend, Jenny .. I hope you are enjoying the inlets of the Chesapeake, soaring high .. Look for my mom, she's on a beach somewhere, with a baby oil bottle with iodine , can't miss her! You will be sorely missed but will be remembered with every sunset I see and every natural stream I visit ... May you rest in eternal peace! Until we meet again my friend!!!!
What a legacy you leave behind...! It is hard to type as tears flood my cheeks.. You were a jovial jokester, who lived life and your precious daughter ,my best friend, Jenny .. I hope you are enjoying the inlets of the Chesapeake, soaring high .. Look for my mom, she's on a beach somewhere, with a baby oil bottle with iodine , can't miss her! You will be sorely missed but will be remembered with every sunset I see and every natural stream I visit ... May you rest in eternal peace! Until we meet again my friend!!!!
A candle was lit by Phil's daughter, Jenny Kay
on July 17, 2015 3:47 PM
A MONET'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent on July 17, 2015
You will always be remembered. Thank you for being part of our family we will sherish the memories forever. Karen, Tatiana, Julia, Katia, Sasha, Louis, Misluska, Andrea and Gaby.
Message from Kris
July 17, 2015 3:27 PM
Rest in Peace my Dear Friend Phil....We will all miss you so very much and will think of you very often. Lorraine your Angel will miss you terribly . Kris
A candle was lit by Kris
on July 17, 2015 3:11 PM
A candle was lit by Doris Tosi
on July 17, 2015 1:42 PM
Message from Diane Johnson
July 17, 2015 1:32 PM
Busty's enjoyment of life was wonderfully contagious. His great spirit will live with me long after his passing. I will miss his silly emails though!
A candle was lit by Diane Johnson
on July 17, 2015 1:22 PM
A candle was lit by Tanya Varney
on July 17, 2015 1:19 PM
Message from Helena & Steve Perlman (Durham, NC
July 17, 2015 12:24 PM
Our sincerest wishes; Phil was an extraordinary individual & wonderful to have as a friend.
Message from John Fiege
July 17, 2015 12:16 PM
Really enjoyed Phil and off-beat sense of humor. Great ping pong player, too!
Message from Kris
July 17, 2015 3:05 PM
He spoke so highly of all his pig pong friends and loved it !!
A candle was lit by Bob and Carolyn watterson
on July 17, 2015 11:50 AM
A candle was lit by Karen Kellam
on July 17, 2015 11:40 AM
A candle was lit by Lisa Weeks & John Fiege
on July 17, 2015 11:29 AM
A candle was lit by Joann Mears-Russell
on July 17, 2015 11:21 AM
Message from Sherry Duer
July 17, 2015 10:32 AM
Dear Lori-
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing you and Phil at all our favorite places, but you are always welcome at my table. Phil was so fun and full of life it is hard to believe that he is no longer here; I know you will miss him terribly. You are in my prayers. Sherry
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing you and Phil at all our favorite places, but you are always welcome at my table. Phil was so fun and full of life it is hard to believe that he is no longer here; I know you will miss him terribly. You are in my prayers. Sherry
A candle was lit by Brooke Byrd-Joynes
on July 17, 2015 10:27 AM
A candle was lit by Sherry Duer
on July 17, 2015 10:20 AM
A candle was lit by Joanne Kellam
on July 17, 2015 10:16 AM
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