I first met Philip in October 1972 and quickly realised we shared a similar sense of humour and world view. And so it has remained ever since. We had some lovely travel experiences together and I have wonderful memories of those times and some of the people we have met. He was a dear friend and my parents and wider family loved him. He was a wonderful godfather to our son and an important lifelong friend. We will miss him greatly.

       Laurence and I met Mildred and Don in Syria when we were on the same group holiday almost 30 years ago. We remained in touch  thereafter and were regular visitors to Ledbury and Mildred and Don to our home in Wheatley, Oxfordshire.        After Don’s death we got to know Pip well (he will always be “PIP” for us!) over the ensuing years as he was often in Ledbury visiting his        mother to whom he was so devoted. Pip was a loyal friend who kept in touch regularly.  He was always positive about life. As he had many interests, we enjoyed wide-ranging discussions on travel, education or politics, a few tips for our respective allotments without forgetting a few glasses of good wine when tongues start to loosen, and his discreet sense of humour shone through. It was a privilege to  know him, always gentle and modest. In his last difficult year or so, we admired the courage he showed, and we shall miss a good        friend.  

Thank you for setting up this memorial to Philip. We hope that you find it a positive experience developing the site and that it becomes a place of comfort and inspiration for you to visit whenever you want or need to.