Philip Jon Andrews
Philip Jon Andrews, died peacefully in his sleep, Sunday April 12, 2020.
He is survived by his daughters, Katherine and Elizabeth; his son, John; his grandchildren, Maggie, Calla, Philip, and Ava; as well as his relatives and friends across the globe. His beloved wife, Eva Cecilia, predeceased him in 2018.
An only child born to Greek immigrants, Phil graduated from Milton Academy and went on to receive his undergraduate degree from Harvard College and his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine. He also studied the history of medicine at Johns Hopkins University. During the Vietnam War, Phil served as a physician in the United States Navy, stationed in Taipei, Taiwan. In addition to his distinguished career as chief of radiology at Cambridge City Hospital and Harvard Community Health Plan, Phil passionately pursued myriad interests—chief among them, wine making. He was a vibrant soul, with the gift of fierce intellectual curiosity and a talent for deep friendship.
A memorial service will be held in Phil’s honor in the months to come.
In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to the American Civil Liberties Union.
Guestbook Entries
Hi Andrews Family
I am deeply sadden to hear the news of the passing of your father and to some grandfather. I would like to extend my condolences to all of you during this difficult times. As for me he will always be Dr. Andrews. I had the biggest respect for him which I considered to be one of the best Radiologist that I have ever worked with. Always willing to teach and be an example to others. He was a highly intelligent man with the will to make other better by challenging them. I assure you that I will never forget him as long as I live he had a profound impact in my life and to where I am today. Rest in Peace Dr. Andrews.
Raul A. Morales
P.S. I know these are difficult time but if there is some type of service or memorial, I would like to pay my respects.
My sincere sympathy!! I was the lawyer for Cambridge Hospital for many years and greatly enjoyed my friendship with Phil. He always kidded me that we named our son in his honor (Phillip Andrew ). He’ll be sorely missed. Ed McCarthy
Phil was like a walking miracle….his knowledge, his sense of adventure, sense of humor and righteous indignation. His capacity for love of family, his loyalty to his friends made all of us who knew him all the more enriched. We loved him.
Newt told me of your loss. Phil was a model man, husband, father and grandfather. He was recognized as a skilled radiologist and clinician. It was my good fortune to have known him from our days at Milton Academy onwards.
Phil “Ave Atque Vale” Joe
It is with great sadness that we learned from Raymond Naar that Phil passed away. Our friendship with Phil dates back to early days in Boston 1958-1959. We subsequently saw very much of him in Washington during his period at Johns Hopkins U during which time our twin boys Peter and Paul got to know him very well. Although separated geographically all these years we kept in regular touch by phone, have been the recipients of his fine wines, solved the world problems together, and were honored with his and his late wife Cecilia’s coming to our 40th wedding anniversary.
Please accept heartfelt condolences from us four who cherish fond memories of an unforgettable friendship with Phil.
I first met Phil over 50 years ago and liked him immediately. Our residencies overlapped, so we got to know each other pretty well. Later, he asked me to take care of his parents. Regrettably, Louis passed early. Catherine however, we loved over the years. We had many good times with Phil and Cecelia. After a few bottles of his delicious wine, I tried to imitate him. Never Grand Cru. Phil was an Outstanding radiologist, vintner, historian, great guy. We miss him.
Jerry and Louise
Kakie, Ia and John we were so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. We have such warm thoughts of your parents. Our visit in Syros years ago was one of our most memorable trips. They both are missed.
Love to you all.
Dear Kakie, Ia and John,
The Travers family sends you best wishes for this complicated time of loss. Linus and I so enjoyed the time we had with both your parents and will continue to miss them both. I last chatted with your father when he was out for a (st)roll on Voses Lane in his wheelchair, as animated and charming as ever. We feel fortunate to have been neighbors since the quince was in bloom 34 years ago.
Margaret Travers
Phil and I met some 50 years ago, both just learning to make wine. It helped that both of us were married to wonderful Swedish women. We got so involved in winemaking that we considered purchasing a grape farm in the New York finger lakes. Fortunately that did not work out.
Gun and I enjoyed both Cecilia and Phil and their hospitality over the years including visits to their homes in Milton, their Vermont “gentlemen’s farm” and the “Country house” on the isle of Syros where Phil planted a vineyard and Cecilia, fruit trees.
Phil’s list of friends was as diversified as a phone book and that is an indication of the kind of wonderful and accepting person he was. I will always cherish my time with him and memories of our activities together. Gun and I remember, with pleasure, the togetherness we had Cecilia and Phil.
Hi Andrews Family
I don’t think I have had the pleasure of meeting any of you, but I did enjoy many book club meetings with Phil. Especially the ones at his house as we got to sample his wine making skills. It was a sorry loss for the book club when he could no longer attend.
He is missed very much.