Philip James Smyth

To George, Harvey, Victor, Georgina and all the Smyth family, we offer our sincere sympathy to you on the sudden passing of Philip. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

I was devastated to find out about Philip's passing. We met last summer when I had planned a trip to Scotland and Ireland for 18 travelers and we were so lucky to have Philip assigned to our trip as the tour director. In the two weeks that we traveled with him, I was impressed with his knowledge. As a former German and English teacher, I sponsored many European trips over my career. Tour directors can be very knowledgeable, but sometimes have a huge ego to match. That was definitely not Philip. Philip was truly one of my favorites and the travelers whom I brought loved him as a guide. During the course of our two week journey, Philip and I began discussing a future trip to England and Wales. He and I had been in contact since then via WhatsApp and email and together we planned a wonderful trip for the summer of 2027. The last message that I sent him was to let him know that 21 travelers had enrolled on that trip and I wished him a safe journey to South Africa.
In the short time that I knew Philip, it was easy to see what a wonderful person he was. He was kind, empathetic, and extremely conscientious.
I will miss him greatly and the world has lost a very bright light. The trip in 2027 will be bittersweet because he will be so missed, but his touches on that trip will be enjoyed in his memory.
My thoughts are with his family who have lost such a special member and all of his colleagues and friends.

Dear Philip, Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

I was so saddened to hear of Philip's passing. I remember dearly the fun times we shared in Mexico, his sense of humour, of adventure and mischief made him such great company. He was also a kind and thoughtful part of our group and you could always depend on him during dufficult times. He was clearly very dedicated to his work and highly respected by students and colleagues. My sincere sympathies to his family and close friends.

I have just heard of Philip’s passing. Last summer he took a group of us from the US on a wonderful trip through Scotland, Northern Ireland and Ireland. He had such knowledge of all the countries but it is his kindness that will be remembered more. I am so sorry for your loss. Philip will be fondly remembered

Sincere sympathy to all the Smyth family on the passing of Philip.May he rest in peace.

Our sincere condolences to George, Georgina, Victor, Harvey, and the extended Smyth family on the very sad passing of Philip.

Philip was such a warm, kind and generous colleague. I had the great pleasure of working with him at Portland Place School, and I continue to carry his guidance and words of wisdom to this day. Philip lived life to the full and was an inspiration. He will be missed by us all. My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.

Deepest sympathy to Victor and the Smyth family on the sad passing of Phillip.May he rest in peace.

With Deepest Sympathies to the Smyth Family on the sad passing of Philip.
May Philip Rest in Peace.

Working with Philip in the Chemistry lab over the past four years was a true privilege. Philip's professionalism, organization, and dedication set a standard that inspired everyone around him.

Philip’s kindness, calm presence, and sense of humor made every experiment, lesson, and busy lab day a joy to be part of. He had an incredible ability to make even the most complex concepts clear and engaging. Deeply committed to his students, he ensured they mastered all the essential skills of the IB program through countless lab experiments. Supporting him and his students in the lab was always a pleasure.

Philip lived by his deeds rather than words. He was a man who truly treasured his time, using it wisely to teach, prepare, and mentor. I recall a moment when former students came to visit him during a meeting; afterward. He remarked, “Why are they looking for me? They should go and enjoy their lives.” That is a perfect testament to his humble, forward-looking nature.

I will always remember his patience, professionalism, and the care he showed in everything he did. Philip was not only a remarkable teacher but also a genuinely good person who made a lasting impact on everyone.

Philip will be deeply missed but not forgotten. He will always be remembered with admiration, respect, and fondness. My sincerest condolences go out to Philip’s family and friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Victor, Valerie and all the Smyth family on your brothers passing. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Helen on the passing of your cousin and extended Smyth families. May Philip rest in peace.

Sincere smpathy to the Smyth family on your loss may he rest in peace.

Philip was my wonderful friend and one-time boss at Portland Place School. I remember when I first started at the school I used to be afraid of him because he seemed so stern! But my respect for him became absolute at work and later I was lucky to get to know him as a friend. He was my inspiration for moving to teach abroad and he helped me through the whole process, providing guidance and support as always. Philip stayed with me one weekend after I moved to China and we had the most hilarious time (with a lot of wine involved!). He was so kind, warm, FUNNY and a true gentleman. I am beyond grateful that I got to spend one last time with him last summer during my wedding. I will miss hearing him say “Darling!” and every time I see a bottle of rosé wine I will think fondly of him.
Taken too soon, darling Philip xx

We are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear colleague, Philip.

Philip was more than a chemistry teacher. He was a calm and steady presence in our school. His quiet nature, gentle spirit, and genuine kindness touched everyone around him. He carried himself with professionalism and grace, always patient, thoughtful, and willing to support others without seeking recognition.

He was also passionate about bringing innovation into his classroom. Philip was inspired by the use of virtual reality in chemistry, especially as a way to make complex concepts easier for students to understand. I had the privilege of supporting him in implementing VR with his students, and his enthusiasm was truly inspiring. He once shared, “VR is an excellent and engaging way to teach topics that are difficult for students to visualise.” Seeing his students engage with learning in new ways brought him great satisfaction.

Our hearts go out to his family and loved ones during this difficult time. Philip will always be remembered with appreciation, warmth, and deep respect.

It is very sad that Philip left us so suddenly. We will miss his good nature and kind smile. May he rest in peace.

I will always remember Philip for his quiet, understated, focused work. He never sought the limelight, or needed approval or affirmation. He was professional, steady, reliable and dedicated. The CAC community will miss him dearly, as will all those he has taught and influenced throughout the years. My prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends.

My sincere condolences to Victor, Valerie, Georgina and all the Smyth family on the very sad passing of Philip! May he Rest in Peace.

Deepest sympathy to George,Harvey
and all the Smyth family on the sad passing of Philip. May he rest in peace.

My deepest sympathy to Victor and all the Smyth family on the untimely passing of James may he rest in peace

Thinking of the Smyth Familys R I P Philip

Deepest Symathy to all the Smyth family on the sudden home call of Philip God bless & comfort you all at this difficult time .

Condolences to Victor and the Smyth family on your sad loss. May Phillip rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to George, Georgina, Victor, Harvey and extended family on the sudden passing of Philip. May he Rest in Peace.

Sincere sympathy to Victor, Valerie and all the Smyth families on the sad passing of Philip. May Philip rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to George, Georgina , Victor and Harvey and families on the untimely death of Philip. Thinking of you today.
Sincerely Mary Maher

To Georgina, your father George, your brothers Harvey & Victor & all the extended Smyth family.
Our sincere sympathies to you all on the sudden passing of Philip.
It is clear from all the lovely messages that he was highly thought of as a teacher, colleague & friend.
May he rest in peace 🙏.

Sincere sympathy to the Smyth family on the sad loss of Philip. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to the Smyth family on the sad and untimely passing of Philip . Thinking of you all at this difficult time .

May Philip rest in peace


From
Christy Hurley (Ballyragget)

Our deepest sympathy to Victor and Valerie and all the Smyth family on the sad passing of Philip, thinking of you at this difficult time.

Deepest sympathy to the Smyth family on the death of your brother Philip. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May he rest in peace

Philip’s kindness and love for reading and photography brought a special connection between us. This made us feel belonging to CAC. We will always cherish the special impact he had on us. We wish his family grace and light during this time.

Condolences to the Smyth family on the death of Philip. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to George, Georgina, Adam and all the Smyth family on the sad passing of Philip. May Philip rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Philip.I can only imagine the shock and sadness for you all.Sinc ere sympathy to George,Georgina,Victor and Harvey and extended families.
I didnt know Philip very well and reading through such beautiful tributes it is clear he was an amazing human being.What a lega
cy to leave behind!Thinking of you all and hope that looking back with pride on his relatively short and fulfilling life will bring you some comfort

Philip was such a wonderful friend when we worked together in Mexico. We had lots of fun exploring and travelling. There was always a giggle and the door was always open when you needed him. He will be greatly missed and always remembered. Our condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

I am very saddened to hear of Philip’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Smyth family at this difficult time.

I was very lucky to meet Philip through some mutual friends (Patrick, Sumi and Alan) many decades ago. The five of us had many fantastic holidays together over the years. All memories to be treasured.

Philip was a delight to be with. I cherish all the love and laughter we shared, even his unique sense of humour. Always in my heart - never forgotten. Will miss Philip so much. Reena xx

Condolences to the Smyth family
on Philips passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Rest in peace Philip 🙏

Deepest sympathy Georgina,your dad George,Adam,and extended Smyth family.On the sad and sudden passing of Philip.May he rest in peace.

Thinking of you my dear Philip! A WONDER to have known your satirical kindness! Having you by our side at PPS was pure joy! You made it all hilarious and I loved you for that! You also supported me at my hour in need-you know what I mean- THANK YOU! ALWAYS!
With you in spirit and love! In my prayers dear one! xxx

Sincere sympathy to the Smyth family. May Philip rest in peace.

I am so sorry to hear of Philip's passing. May he rest in peace.

I was very saddened to hear of Philip’s passing. It was a privilege to work with him at Portland Place School in London — he was always professional, kind, and respectful to me. He will be greatly missed, and my thoughts are with his family and everyone who knew him. May he rest in peace.
De corazón, Juan Caballero.

My deepest sympathy to George & all the family & also the extended family on the sad loss of Philip. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sympathy to George,Georgina,Victor Harvey and extended families on Philips sudden passing.Remember Philip walking up Barrack Street on his way home always a hello and a smile may he rest in peace with his mam.

Our deepest sympathies to George, Georgina, Harvey & Victor & extended Smyth families on the sad passing of Philip. May he Rest In Peace

Sincere condolences to Victor and his extended family on the very sad and sudden passing of his Brother Phillip
May his soul rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Victor, Val, Liam, Andrew, James and all the Smyth family and extended family on the sad passing of Philip RIP. Please accept this message as an expression of our sympathy to you all. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

I didn’t know Philip, but he was a teacher at CAC, a community that we are also a part of. I also happen to be Irish, and was very moved today by the minute’s silence we held for Philip at the CAC international fair. His loss to the school and community was palpable. Sincere condolences to his family and loved ones. May he rest in peace.

To George, Harvey, Georgina, Victor & families we offer our sincere condolences on the sudden & unexpected passing of Philip. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May Philip rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Philip’s family.

Deepest sympathies to Georgina and all the Smyth family on the loss of Philip. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to the Smyth family on the sad passing of Philip. May he rest in peace

Our deepest sympathy to the Smyth family on your terrible loss . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies to Victor and all the family. Very sorry to hear about your sad loss.

Our deepest sympathy to the Smyth family on the very sad passing of Philip ,always a lovely gentleman.May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.🕊

Sincere Sympathy to the Smyth family on the passing of Philip. May he rest in peace.

Condolences to Victor and the Smyth family on the sudden passing of Philip. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time.

It was a joy and privilege to work with Philip for several years at EJM in London, where his dry wit and quick intelligence were legendary. He often had me crying with laughter. The students adored him and he adored them, and his professionalism and passion for educating the whole child was an inspiration. Always kind, always generous, and always loyal to what mattered, his presence in our school made it a better place to be for everyone. A world without him in it is difficult to comprehend. He was a rare, true gentleman and a wonderful soul. I’m so glad our paths crossed, albeit too briefly. I send my love to his family - please know that so many colleagues and former students will always remember him with love and the utmost respect x