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Philip Surette Obituary
Obituary published on Legacy.com by Campbell Funeral Home - Ipswich on Aug. 6, 2024.
Philip A. Surette, 86, of Ipswich, MA
passed away after a brief illness on Monday, July 22, 2024 surrounded
by his loving family. Phil was a devoted and caring husband, father,
brother, uncle, dog "grandfather" and a friend to many.
Phil was predeceased by his parents, Jeffrey and Julia (Meuse) Surette, as well as his sister, Catherine Millerick, and his brothers Roy, David and Irving. He is also survived by his sister Louise (Connolly) of New Jersey. In addition to his beloved wife of 57 years, Nancy (Kelly) Surette, he is also survived by his sons Philip, Donald and Michael and son-in-law Barry Knight.
Phil was raised in Wakefield, MA where he was an active member of his community, including St. Joseph's Parish and the West Side Social Club. He graduated from Wentworth Institute of Technology with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and eventually was the owner of two businesses, Minuteman Controls and Robitech, Inc.
Phil had the gift of conversation and was able to speak to anyone, as evidenced by the wide range of people who, over the course of his life, considered him to be a dear friend. It was well known that he was ready and willing to help anyone, and throughout his life he drew on his deep and unwavering faith as a source of strength and inspiration. In his spare time, Phil loved to cook, watch classic movies, go fishing and boating with his wife Nancy, and most importantly, he loved to babysit Cookie, his beloved grand-dog. Ever inquisitive, he enjoyed tinkering and seeing how things worked. Family was extremely important to him, and he was especially grateful for the wonderful life he had with his wife, Nancy. Phil was greatly loved by all who knew him and he will be forever missed.
A Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 2:00pm-4:00pm by his family at 78 East Street, Ipswich, MA 01938.
Phil was predeceased by his parents, Jeffrey and Julia (Meuse) Surette, as well as his sister, Catherine Millerick, and his brothers Roy, David and Irving. He is also survived by his sister Louise (Connolly) of New Jersey. In addition to his beloved wife of 57 years, Nancy (Kelly) Surette, he is also survived by his sons Philip, Donald and Michael and son-in-law Barry Knight.
Phil was raised in Wakefield, MA where he was an active member of his community, including St. Joseph's Parish and the West Side Social Club. He graduated from Wentworth Institute of Technology with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and eventually was the owner of two businesses, Minuteman Controls and Robitech, Inc.
Phil had the gift of conversation and was able to speak to anyone, as evidenced by the wide range of people who, over the course of his life, considered him to be a dear friend. It was well known that he was ready and willing to help anyone, and throughout his life he drew on his deep and unwavering faith as a source of strength and inspiration. In his spare time, Phil loved to cook, watch classic movies, go fishing and boating with his wife Nancy, and most importantly, he loved to babysit Cookie, his beloved grand-dog. Ever inquisitive, he enjoyed tinkering and seeing how things worked. Family was extremely important to him, and he was especially grateful for the wonderful life he had with his wife, Nancy. Phil was greatly loved by all who knew him and he will be forever missed.
A Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 2:00pm-4:00pm by his family at 78 East Street, Ipswich, MA 01938.
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