Obituary of Philippe Semprez

Philippe Henry Semprez was born on March 19th,1950 in Meung-sur-Loire (France), at home in his grandparents’ mill under which flowed the river Mauves. In his lifetime, the current would take him across oceans (and dimensions, by his own account). His adventurous spirit made him an avid traveler, but he would call the American Southwest home for the better part of the last decades. Philippe, also known as Semp, was an artist and designer, whose talents spanned across multiple mediums and disciplines. His visual art is included in private collections in the US, Europe and Asia. He was an effervescent aesthete with an infectious confidence and a lust for life, often inspiring others with his own philosophies. A sophisticated palate and raconteur, generous and people-loving, he was always eager to share a story or a meal. Uncommon, dripping with charm and never without a glint of mischief in his eyes, those who crossed his path would find him hard to forget. Philippe was a devoted and doting husband, an imaginative and affectionate father, as well as a loyal and caring friend. He passed away September 19th, 2020 in Dallas, Texas, with his wife and daughter by his side, at home on "the compound" under which flows Turtle Creek. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed. A small and private ceremony will be held to commemorate him this weekend. Philippe is survived by his beloved wife Patricia, his daughter Camille Anais of Paris (France), his son Cyril, and wife, Virginie and grandson, Gatsby of Paris (France). His sister Michelle Costanza of Nevada City, CA and numerous nieces and nephews.