Philip E. Shakir

Philip E. Shakir, a lifelong resident of West Roxbury, passed away on May 16, 2012. He was 78 years old. Philip was 1952 graduate of Boston Latin School. He earned a Bachelor's degree in mathematics from Bowdoin College and a Master's degree in math from MIT. Philip worked for many years as a mathematician for Raytheon and also taught mathematics at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Prior to his retirement, Philip was the publisher of the Nauset Calendar Newspaper. Philip was the loving son of the late Wadie and Hannah (Sabbagh) Shakir. Dear brother of the late Evelyn Shakir. He is survived by his many cousins. Philip's Funeral Service was held May 22, 2012 at the Kfoury Keefe Funeral Home. Contributions in Philip’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Interment at the Gardens of Gethsemane Cemetery in West Roxbury.