Philip James Averell, loving husband and father, died at the age of 61 on February 15, 2020. Phil is survived by his wife, Carlyne Mattoon Averell and his two sons, Alex and Michael Averell of Cary, NC. He is also survived by his father, John Averell of Dedham, MA and his sisters, Carolyn Spitler of St Charles, IL and Sharon Buntman of Monrovia, MD. His mother, Ruth Goss Averell of Poland Springs, ME is deceased.
Phil fought a long courageous battle with cancer for over five years. He was the epitome of internal strength, kindness, and good nature, always enjoying a good joke, never losing hope, and always looking at the positive aspects of his life and seeing good in others. He loved his family first and foremost, enjoying every minute of his time with them.
Phil had an exceptional intellect, never losing his interest in books and thrilled at discussing all topics, but it was his intuitive interest in people that drew you into his orbit. It was hard to believe that his physical condition was so debilitating because his mind was always so razor sharp. Phil studied Ancient Languages at Wheaton College in IL, went on to get a Master’s in Social Ethics from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary as well as a Master’s degree in accounting from North Carolina State. He never stopped learning and utilized every opportunity to pursue his intellectual curiosity and put it into practice within his everyday life.
Phil will be missed sorely by his family and friends, but we are all grateful to have had him in our lives. The world is a better place for having had him in it.
Although a private family service will be held on February 16th, a Celebration of Life get-together will be planned in the coming weeks. Details are forthcoming.
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