My name is Donna Lochner. I have been trying to reach Phil for about two years now. I just found his obituary and was very deeply saddened. I met him when I was 17 as a candy striper at St Francis Hospital in Poughkeepsie while he was an orderly there, hoping to embark on his journey to Pratt Institute. He was 21. As I've had losses, and was getting older, I realized that I wanted to reach out to him to tell him that he had an extraordinarily profound impact on my life. Phil was a very kind and decent young man who'd befriended me. He was vibrant, curious and excited about life. He introduced me to a range of philosophies and ancient religions that were sparks that literally changed my life. I will forever be grateful to him. Phil loved and respected his Mama.I'm happy to know that he married happily and had a son. Phil so deserved love and connection. My deepest sympathies to Cici, Gloria, Jordan and all who loved Phil.