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PF uploaded photo(s)
Friday, December 6, 2019
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His baby!
This is the best representation of his beloved truck that I can find, as original photos have yet to be found.
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PF posted a condolence
Friday, December 6, 2019
To Slim, I was PF, the counter opposite in stature by name, but sheer childlike sarcasm concerning the reality of my rail thin (back then) build.
Of the 7 uncles in my family, PHIL was still like the uncle I never had.
When I was a tiny child, his big kid antics would often be the only surefire way of lifting my spirits when the chips were down. OH MY! The characters he instantaneously created with a bow tie! The only one he said he'd ever touch, as he joined his bud Bob, who was walking down the isle. Into my teens, I was in awe of his Rubik's Cube mind - how it spit out a new clever name on the fly for everyone one he met, AND remembered to whom each one belonged to as the decades passed.
It got to be that just Slim's unanamously mischievous smile would melt my pains and start me giggling. Laughter ~ still the best medicine, and he knew this better than an anybody, as far as I'm concerned. Into my adult years I felt honored with each Matchbox truck I contributed that made it to his wall. Thrilled at the thought that I may've paid him back at least that many smiles. Not that he was seeking pay, mind you.
Whenever I felt like being a cherished niece again, all it would take was to be in Slim's presence. His sublime character remained the same throughout the decades.
He was a tremendous teacher. He helped prepare me for life's mountains. He taught me how to look Serious in the eye, and survive. He assured me of what was humor, and warned me about what was mean; he taught me the True difference. And, simply by his nature, he provided thousands of examples of how to MAKE a difference - a positive one. He was a major inspiration TO strive harder to make those differences. He kept my spirit afloat when it may've otherwise sunk. And that was all before the tween years. He continued his innate caring ways through his natural humor come the 70's, 80', 90's and for as long as his physicality would even remotely allow, through that twinkle in his eyes long after he lost his speech.
As I aged into middle years, I began to thank him for his savior-like role in my life. So many times he was the only adult my child could relate to, or cared to relate to me. But, he wouldn't hear of it - no thanks necessary, as though it was the job he was born to do, to raise, and keep others' spirits afloat. And, perhaps it was. None-the-less, he carried on with it as if it were his number one priorty.
On one hand, my heart rests heavy for the world's loss. On the other, there's tremondous relief for him - that he has finally reached the end of a crippling disease that didn't kill his spirit, but eventually kept him from being able to share it so exuberantly.
In my mind, Phil was a friend to all. One could see this was his passion; and, definitely his legacy. Surely it has rubbed off on many; please keep it alive - share it with the world.
With immense gratitude,
PF
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Charlene (Shouse) Matthews posted a condolence
Thursday, March 14, 2019
I knew Phil during our years at FHS. We reconnected in the 70’s, when FHS alums gathered for informal reunions in the South Bay. Phil’s unique style and happy presence was always a highlight. When our girls were young he treated us to dinner at the Shadowbrook and they have never forgotten Phil’s spunky nature. We watched sadly over the years as his illness progressed but he was always cheery and never complained. He was especially delighted on the times we brought his favorite food, an In-N-Out burger. We were heartbroken on our last visit as we witnessed the suffering that he bore so stoically. He was a good friend and we will miss him. Charlene (Shouse) Matthews & Family
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Steve Sachs uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, March 10, 2019
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In August of 2014, my wife, Lisa, and I took Phil to a seafood place he loved near the power plant by Moss Landing, California, near the California coast. Lisa took the picture of Phil and me.
He was relaxed and happy. It was good to be with him, as always.
. . . Steve Sachs
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Whitney Tjerandsen posted a condolence
Friday, March 8, 2019
I am so sorry hear that Phil is gone...but delighted for him never more to have to struggle. What a wonderful character Phil had...honest, kind, hilarious, and with a measured reason why my divergent thought really was not right. Many laughs. I met him when I was a frosh and he was a senior at Cal. That was a long time ago. Ice cream, In and Out Burgers, tractors, the pictures of the grand journey on the huuuuuuge truck...and the miraculous toy shelves...the person who wrote Phil's obituary was right on. And the note from Officer Twitt, about whom Phil often spoke, was priceless. I am so glad Phil was my friend, and this picture is just delightful. So glad he was in my life, and yours. Love, Whitney
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Ann Zelhart Cook posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 6, 2019
I’d been a friend of Phil’s since I met him in high school. There’s never been anyone like him, and there will never be another. He was wonderfully unusual, he had so many interesting sides, and he was always a truly good friend. None of us will ever forget him.
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Scott callen posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 6, 2019
My deepest condolences to the friends and family of Phil. It was a great honor and pleasure of taking care of Phil during the last phase of his life. I will always remember his joy for sweets and in n out burger. Phil was like family to me and that's the way I took care of him. I'll miss him dearly and will always have great memories to look back on. RIP Phil and go Giants!
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Jennifer Haas posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 6, 2019
This is a beautifully written obituary that truly captured Phil’s character. Our whole family loved him dearly and feel incredibly grateful for the role he played in our lives.
Akrat
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"Aldo" Warren Penniman lit a candle
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
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Such a wonderful, peaceful man.. Met Phil playing city league flag football a 1000 years ago. Fast guy on our team,
and the nicest too. God rest his soul..I hope he didn't suffer much....
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Edele Vise posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
With a heavy heart, it is with great honor in knowing Phil and being part of his care team while battling the Parkinson for many years. Despite of his ups and down mood swings, he tried to be strong for a long time. While working with him, he gave me a sense of purpose and I felt special because, he allow himself to be vulnerable with me and I'm the only one who can calm him down. There were couple of times as I can remember that he cried his heart out with all his frustrations. He doesn't do it with others. Since then, we bonded and I gave him my word to be there for him and will do the best I can. I had so much memories with him, not to mention all the advises he gave to me. I will cherish them eventhough it brought tears to my eyes. In life, he taught me unconditional love and letting go.
On his last day while struggling with the pain and labor in breathing, his last word was "Yes" when the caregiver on duty asked him, Do you want to see E? Then, that was it! It happened so fast.
From the moment I met him, I knew he was special to me till to the very end, I know I was special to him.
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Janet A. Clarenbach Mallon posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
"J-Box" ("S-box's" little sister) will miss you and your wonderful, crazy sense of humor.
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James Giraudo posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
I had the honor and privilege to know Slim sinice I was 5 years old. Slim has been a part of my life for almost 50 years.
Slim was a roll model in my life. He was always there with a listening ear and would give me advise, if I asked for it. He helped me with my flag business for over 35 years.
Slim was at my graduation when I became a CHP Officer, and I enjoyed seeing him when I worked in Santa Cruz.
I saw Slim only a couple of weeks ago and I told him I was retiring from the CHP. He looked at me and said, “You made it.”
I will miss Slim a lot, but whenever I see trains, construction equipment, or 31 flavors, I will think of him!!!!
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Officer Twit
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Tuesday, March 5, 2019
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