In Remembrance: Philip G. Greenhow ’56 Died on February 6 2025

On February 6, 2025, Philip Gerald (Jerry) Greenhow of Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts, left this earthly life and entered the arms of his Heavenly Father. He was born July 1, 1934, to loving parents, Philip Greenhow and Helen Gertrude Eames in Detroit, Michigan. Phil grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut, where he graduated from Brunswick School. After graduating from Yale, he worked in New York City and enlisted in the US Army. 

He came to Boston for his job and it was here that he met the love of his life, Margo, while both were volunteering to teach adult literacy. Phil and Margo were married on June 29, 1968, in Newton, Massachusetts. His devotion to his wife of 56 years and to his family were the hallmarks of his life. He will be remembered for his kind, humble spirit and the twinkle in his eye. 

Phil retired to Cape Cod where he enjoyed walks to his favorite destination, Gray’s Beach. He loved to be near the ocean, and being near and around boats, especially wooden boats. He enjoyed gardening, normally in a button-down shirt, especially for things he could eat, like rhubarb. He made iced tea daily, and as often as he could made his mother’s Yorkshire pudding. He enjoyed time with family, friends, and neighbors at the family property he had been coming to since the early 1950s on Center Street in Yarmouth Port. He loved to drive with the wind in his hair and owned three convertibles over his lifetime. He was blessed with the love of special friends, but dearest to his heart was his family. 

He is survived by his wife, Helen Margaret Cahill Greenhow. The proudest legacy he leaves are his children, Kimberly (Christopher) Greenhow Radpour and Sean Andrew Greenhow (Lauren), and cherished grandchildren: Chase, Gillian, Emily, and Samantha. He is also survived by his two sisters: Esther Joyce Smythe of Yarmouth Port and Beverly Grace Greenhow of Tucson, Arizona. 

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” (Matthew 11:28–30) 

A private interment is planned at Woodside Cemetery, Yarmouth Port. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Salvation Army who serves our community here in Yarmouth. They are available at 174 Main St, West Yarmouth, MA 02673 or online at give.salvationarmyusa.org.