Oh thank you Howard that means the world to me! Phil is most alive and well in my world today in so many ways . . . it is often the little things that mean the most, for example Phil always told me that when he went to NYC one of his favorite things to do was to pick up Coco Mango incense from the local street vendors there (with the carts). I always loved these rich African/Egyptian oriented scents as well and had some favorites . . . so when I came out here to CO there was nothing like that out here. After over 10 years in CO I finally found a guy of African descent from Brooklyn who had some of my oils that I loved, then I couldn't find him anymore. So this past Fourth of July I ran into a man (days before or after dinner with Phil's family) who had some oils and incense from Dubai. I found all of the ones I love, plus guess what? Coco Mango . . . the rich, dark, tropical scent so brought me back to 1993, NY, and of course Phil!!! Great memories and thank you Phil, for continuing to help keep em comin'.

Hi All,
the message board is generally quiet..it's nice to see 2 postings today :)
Mike, please call my cell phone 369-3727 and we'll firm up getting together this week, OK. Yes, we like in Wishing Well, next to the oaks.
Nikki, if you don't rent a car, you can always take the bus or train up to Albany; I'd be happy to pick you up and get you around the area. Call or Email me. When are you coming? I want to be sure I don't plan my Florida trip that week. Thanks

Oh Michael you are sooo very sweet,I would love to get to see you when I am in NY in Sept. I am going to try and get rental car to take up to CP to see friends. I love and miss you all dearly! Got to have dinner with Howard, Irene, Howard's sister and niece and now grandnephew!!!! He is a MIRACLE baby which you will hear much about I am sure-it was lovely Italian food times and I am certain that Phil was with us there in his own special way-feel so blessed with great gratitude. Love,
Nikki

I have finally moved back to Clifton Park. I was unable to find steady work in El Paso so I am back living with my parents until I can find a real job. The other day I had gone to see Phil and Jen in Jonesville. I bawled and cried my eyes out. I miss him. Mr. Katz I'd like to come see you one day. I think you may live near my parents. They live in the Oaks, off of Vischer Ferry road. When would be good for you?

Mike

Alex, THANK YOU so much for your posting. I'm glad you got to say goodbye to your grand dad....that is much more "the way it should be". The senseless murder of your gf Anastasia's cousin reinforces for me that "everyone has a story"; and that I, you and Philip's other friends and family have plenty of company when it comes to experiencing the loss and the grief we have and do experience. Thanks for keeping me in yuor thoughts and prayers. I think that is what keeps me going day after day. Where are you living now? Irene and I are going to Colorado; among other things, we expect to see Nikki Widka - she came to our wedding with Philip as his date 18 years ago...when Philip was just 14. It is such a blessing for me that so many of you reach out to touch me as you do. THANK YOU

I had a bittersweet visit to NY a couple of weeks ago. I wasn't able to see Phil's memorial or show it to my girlfriend but I was able to say goodbye to my granddad before he died last week. The young lady I'm dating, Anastasia, never met Phil but has experienced similar (and senseless) loss as her cousin was murdered in Albuquerque for simply asking a man if he needed help after a car wreck. Howard you are always in my thoughts and prayers, please forgive me for taking so long to post a message.

-Alex

Howard and Irene,

I am sorry that I will not be able to attend the memorial gathering with my family. We will travelling and we are very sorry that we are not able to come. I promose to always uphold and carry on the legacy of Phil as long as I live. Losing a loved one a very young age is something I hold dear to my heart and I have a tough time accepting or understanding it. I appreciate you and Irene always treating me with respect and love.

Morgan

Howard & Irene,

Although we will not be able to attend this weekend, we want you to know how sincerely we are thinking of you. Wishing you a beautiful day, filled with peace and loving memories of Phil and Jennifer.

Love,

Don, Robin & family

I know Im late...... Alot going on but I was thinking of you on the 4th. Woundering What you and Mom were doing on Easter. You guys brought the sunshine for the kids though!!! Can you belive it Stephen didnt do the Easter egg hunt this year. He said he's getting to old :( can you belive it Phil he's 13 years old now! They grow to quick. He's bigger then me! Well im gonna get to bed (well try) its 4:25 am I haven't been sleeping well. I can't wait to see everyone on the 25th. Everyone be safe and have a great day!

How I wish you were here
We're a bunch of lost souls
Swimmin in a fish bowl
Year after year

No more losing a friend
We're losing ourselves
We just need your help
So glad you're here

Ten years! That's a long time bro. Seems like yesterday that I was calling you up telling u all of my life problems. God I wish you were here so I could talk to you.

Wow you've been gone for so long and it still feels like it did the day I found out well find the eggs and eat your candy and give mom a hug for me I love and miss you

Today is April 4th, 2010. It's impossible to believe that at @ 4PM today marks 10 Years since Philip and Amy were killed. It's a beautiful sunshinny day today...& it's Easter Sunday as well. If only it had been such a beautiful day 10 years ago, maybe they would both still be with us; who knows? I guess it's a waste of time to wonder, but the thought crossed my mind; it's so hard to take the reality of this loss. God Bless you Philip (and Amy). We will try to remember and share the GOOD Memories when we get together on April 25th to dedicate your new gravestone for you and Jennifer. Happy Easter to all who visit this website today.

Hey MR Katz,
I will be attending along with my wife and 1 year old daughter if(if children are allowed). I had responded to your email awhile back with my contact info not sure if u got it. Todd comtois 14 Morgans run schuylerville ny 12871. Toddcom1@aol.com

Todd
I don't have contact info for you. will you attend the 10 year memorial on april 25th. need head count for caterer. please send your contact info.
thanks