Philip M. Kagan

August 5th, 2010

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Philip M. Kagan, 65, of Taos, passed away after a long, brave battle with cancer and heart disease. He leaves his beloved wife, Tara and many dear friends in the community. Phil was born in New York City and was schooled in Switzerland. He was a well known photographer, specializing in black and white portraiture. We will all miss him dearly. In lieu of flowers, an account has been established for donations for funeral expenses to the Philip Kagan Memorial Fund at First Community Bank. A memorial celebration will held at a later date.

Tributes

Joanna Overkamp

Tara, Please accept this long overdue message of condolences. Phil helped me so much with my art and career when I lived in Taos. I always looked forward to getting new work photographed for his critique and supportive attitude.I remember him with fondness and gratitude and wish you peace. Joanna

Published June 22nd, 2014

Arthur Haupt

In 1963 I attended Wakefield High School in Arlington, Va. I knew a Phil Kagan pretty well in our school's English-art-music seminar. But I lost track of him in the 1960s. I talked to his parents around 1980, and they said he was in Spain doing photography. A fellow classmate and I would sometimes speculate about where Phil was. That occasional impulse caused me, this morning, to search facebook and then the Web, where today I found this guest book. The Phil Kagan I knew was artistic, sensitive, knew a lot, played the guitar, and was a fine friend. I wish I'd seen him again. I have the feeling that the Phil I knew was also yours. If I'm mistaken, I'm very sorry for this intrusion. In any case, please accept my sympathy. Sincerely, Art Haupt Arlington, Va.

Published December 29th, 2010

Ruth Lovato-Dale

Philip was such a sweet person...thank you for bringing him in to see me Tara. I really didn't expect this. I would love to sit and talk when you have time. With love and light, Ruth

Published August 10th, 2010

Susan Byrd

Tara, and others who cared for Phil, I am so sorry. Art Haupt just directed me to this site. We all went to Wakefield, at least for the year 1962-63, and Phil and I remained good friends for a few years after. I have carried the black and white portraits he made of me around 1965 all around the US and to Paris. I have thought of him so often! My health is failing and I just returned to Washington, DC. I would love to see some of his work--it is possible? via a website, perhaps? I am so glad that Phil had you, and I hope you are getting along alright after your loss. Susan Byrd

Published January 4th, 2011

Kat Featherston

I am so sorry for your loss Tara... My thoughts are with you. Call me if you need anything... Love you, Kat

Published August 10th, 2010

Volaura

I'm so sorry for your loss Tara I know Phil was your soulmate. Phil was always so sweet and sincere. You were blessed to have each other. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Volaura & Santiago

Published August 9th, 2010

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