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We had the opportunity to know Phil better when Barb served with him on the county legislature. He was a man of integrity and common sense. He cared deeply for the people in this community and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
SO SADDENED TO HEAR THE NEWS...YOUR DAD WAS A GREAT MAN OF MANY THINGS...I REMEMBER THE OLD STORE IN MONTOUR WHEN I WAS A LIITLE KID...IT CHANGED SO MANY TIMES THROUGH THE YEARS BUT YOUR DAD WAS ALWAYS THE SAME OLE HAPPY MAN...MAY HE REST IN PEACE!!!! MEMORIES MEMORIES MEMORIES...THEY ARE GREAT!!!!!
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Hold fast to your beautiful memories and know Phil is at peace and with Judy. Prayers for strength at this time. God Bless!
Moe & Phil Joe, Your Dad was the best and most straight forword person I ever met. I just remember everytime I say him it was Yes Sir and No Sir. God Be With Y'all. Love Ya!
Deb, Moe, Phil Joe my sincere sympathy. I respected your father, as did anyone who knew him. He is responsible for my love of the grocery business, but more for my success. I'm so glad I stopped to see him when he was in the hospital a year or so ago.
He was dedicated to all he was involved in and lived life as it should be. When people ask me why I'm in this crazy business I always start the story with Phil Smith and Montour Falls.
I'll have a vodka and tonic with Phil and Judy tonight. Ahhh the memories.
Denny Clark - Vermont
My heart goes out to Debbie, Moe and Philjo. Our community has lost yet another grand soul! We were so blessed in our little town to have had Phil's presence and influence in our lives.
Condolences to the family and the community, I know this is a huge loss. I only knew Philip for a short time but he treated me kind and with respect and I appreciated that. My heart goes out to the Smiths' and all those in mourning.
My thoughts & prayers are with all of you...I've known Phil for many years with all the family get togethers at Aunt Barb & Uncle Ted's. And who would've thought years later he would be one of my bosses at the Legislature! A special moment for me was when Phil & Judy came to my dad's home after he passed with food galore, but the hugs & the words of comfort are still with me. I hope that you all will find some peace in knowing that he is once again with the love of his life!
My thoughts & prayers are with all of you...I've known Phil for many years with all the family get togethers at Aunt Barb & Uncle Ted's. And who would've thought years later he would be one of my bosses at the Legislature! A special moment for me was when Phil & Judy came to my dad's home after he passed with food galore, but the hugs & the words of comfort are still with me. I hope that you all will find some peace in knowing that he is once again with the love of his life!
Thank you, Phil, for all you did for my family. You employed all three of my children when they were young adults and taught them to be productive citizens with great work ethics. Your influence on them and the whole community can't be overstated.
Great memories of Phil and Judy. A real privilege to have known them. Judy was so sweet. Phil was one of the finest human beings I have ever known. Prayers to all.
Our heart goes out to you all and we wrap our arms around you with hugs of love. The light above open the door to all love ones waiting to take you to Paradise. Our prays and love goes out to you all.
We send you prayers for your loving family and friends. Jesus has lighted your way to go home to wait with your loved ones in their loving arms, to watch over all the ones who grieve for your loss, but with the wonderful knowledge that they too will be held in your arms again.
I'm sorry for your loss. Phil was a great man and a true gentleman. May you find peace in the memories that you have and in the ones people share with you for a life well lived. He will be missed by all who knew him. Blessings of comfort for your family.
Thank you for your service. Not only to our country but to our Veterans. What an incredible legacy he leaves behind. Not only his service but the wonderful family that reflects his values. You can all be proud of the lasting memorials you will continue to see around his community. You will be missed Phil.
Moe, Phil Joe and Deb,
Jim and I are so sorry for your loss and that we will not be home to celebrate your dad's amazing life. He was a very kind and generous man. Jim and I met them in Florida one year when our kids were little and with us. They welcomed us with open arms and we made some good memories. He was always eager to let me pick his brain about county government and was helpful with my family through his work with the VA. He even was known to "lead me astray" on any given day on any given golf course. Oh what fun and often ending up at "the cottage". So, although you heart is heavy, may the warm and happy memories of him will live on in you and others for a very long time. Keep your angel wings spread protectively over your beautiful family, Phil and Judy. Cheers
Very thankful to have known Phil (and Judy) through Moe - all the way back to the mid 70's, living above the IGA with Moe and Julie Smith, and always keeping Phil (county legislator and owner of the IGA) on his toes with regard to the tenants Moe had moved into his rental space above the store! :) Love you Moe - your Dad was awesome!
I will cherish so many memories. The cottage, all the holidays, the dinners so graciously provided and his love. Debbie, Maureen, and Phil Joe, your dad was one of the greats! Love him forever❤️ I hope your pain will be quickly replaced with only the good memories. I love you all.
Thinking of all of you Moe, Phil Joe and Debbie. We loved both Phil and Judy. We miss them both. Whenever I grill peppers I will think of your parents.
My heartfelt sympathy to the Smith Family. Find peace knowing he will forever live in your hearts. Your father sure was one of a kind. I enjoyed my time working with him while serving some of his devoted years to Schuyler County.
