AUGUSTA — Philip T. Gilman, 67, went to be with his Savior on Monday, June 27, after suffering for years from Parkinson’s disease.

He was born in North Conway, N.H., Feb. 29, 1944, the son of the late George Gordon and Ruth Hanscom Gilman. He was a graduate of Fryeburg Academy, attended UMO, and served in the Army Reserves.

He grew up in Stow and lived for several years each in Montana, Colorado, and Minnesota. In 1993, he returned to Maine, where he resided until he passed away.

An avid reader and movie buff, Philip also enjoyed hiking and jogging. His surviving loved ones will remember him for his remarkable mind and his keen knowledge of history. But even more, he will be remembered for his creativity, his sense of humor, and for the humble and gracious manner in which he lived his life.

He is survived by his wife, Melinda (McGraw) of 11 1/2 years; one stepson, Deegan Shi; a sister, Emily “Ann” (Gilman) Stocker and her husband, Richard Stocker, of Augusta; one nephew, Nathan Stocker; two nieces, Joanna Stocker and Elizabeth (Stocker) Hake and her husband, Jesse Hake; a grandniece; and a grandnephew.

Philip was predeceased by an infant brother, John G. Gilman.