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WILFRED PETER PHILIPOW
Born: Jul 14, 1945
Date of Passing: Oct 22, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWILFRED PETER PHILIPOW July 14, 1945 October 22, 2013 Peacefully, with his wife Shannon at his side, Wilf left this world on Tuesday, October 22, 2013. Left to cherish Wilf's memory are his pride and joys, sons Blake and Tanner, as well as sisters Alice Birch, Violet Clark, Shirley Bigelow (Don); brother-in-law, Neil Harder; nieces; nephews; and his extended families of Rousset and Bourgeous. He was predeceased by his parents, Olga and Nick and sister Doris. Wilf grew up in Carrot River, SK. and after completing high school made his way to BC where he explored the beautiful country until settling in Vancouver to work for C.N.R. In 1974 he made Winnipeg his permanent home and started his job with the City of Winnipeg where he remained until his retirement in 2006. He and Shannon were married in 1981 and have lived in their first home in St. Vital since then. Hunting and fishing were Wilf's passions. He was a skilled landscaper and added beauty to many neighbourhoods with his "visions". Wilf's philosophy on life was the cup is half full' and it was this positiveness that saw him through his illness and helped friends and family to share with him the time he had left. On October 10 he packed his humour and his smile up and took them to Riverview where he spent his last days. Shannon, Blake and Tanner wish to express their deep gratitude to Dr. Daeninck and Tracy at St. Boniface Hospital CancerCare and to the wonderful and loving staff on 3E at Riverview Health Centre. A Celebration of Wilf's life will be held on Sunday, November 17, 2013 from 12:00 3:00 p.m. at Norberry-Glenlee Community Centre, 26 Molgat Avenue. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204 897 4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com. Smile for me my friends because "It's such a pretty day today"
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 26, 2013
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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Wilf was a man who you'd look up to and he'd tell you to look him in the eye, instead, as an equal. He told it like it is, shot the bull, told (dirty) jokes, but also spoke very tenderly. Hell of a man and a hell of a dad - Tanner and Blake should be proud of that. We have your family in our thoughts and know that the memories you have and the lessons learned will do you well as you carry on in life. - Posted by: Jason Bartmanovich & Lindsay Hawkes (Friends, well-wishers, rabblerousers) on: Nov 17, 2013
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So sorry to see you go in such a way Wilf. You have always been such a huge part of our lives! We will miss you being around our family functions! Our sincere condolences to you Shannon, Blake and Tanner! Always know we are here for you! Love to you! Your Extended family - Roussets and Bourgeois. - Posted by: Lynn Douglas (nee Rousset) (Extended family) on: Nov 13, 2013
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Dearest Friends - Our families have spent many wonderful times together over the years and Wilf was always at the center of what was transpiring at the moment. A more up beat man we've never met. He was one of a kind and will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolence. - Posted by: Bob and Janet Lebron (Family Friends) on: Nov 01, 2013
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Your smile and your "always room for one more " attitude will be missed at all club get-togethers. Rest in Peace my friend. - Posted by: Jerry and Jeanny Carriere (Friends) on: Oct 30, 2013
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Shannon, Blake & Tanner - our thoughts are with you. Wilf has left us with many happy memories that we will cherish forever. - Posted by: Dan & Noreen Luce (Family Friends) on: Oct 29, 2013
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Wilf will be greatly missed in Sioux narrows! My condolences go out to Shannon, Blake and Tanner. We have had many good times at Lebrons camp- I will never forget you! ❤ - Posted by: Phil & Lauri Mayer (Old family friends) on: Oct 28, 2013
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Our condolences to Shannon, Blake and Tanner. Wilf was an awesome person! He had a great sense of humour and we could always count on him to make us laugh! Wilf will be sadly missed!! - Posted by: Robin Callis and Roger Delorme (Friends) on: Oct 28, 2013
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Our deepest condolences to Shannon, Blake and Tanner. You're in our thoughts and prayers at the very difficult time. Wilf always seemed to have a smile and was a pleasure to know through the years. - Posted by: Jackie Rowluk & family (Friend) on: Oct 27, 2013
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Our thoughts and prayers are with Tanner, his loving mom Shannon, and brother Blake. Love, laughter and memories last forever. - Posted by: Mike and Carol Bartmanovich () on: Oct 27, 2013
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You will be missed so much! Your smile was infectious as was your positive outlook on life! Much can be said for the excellent nursing care you received from your wife Shannon!! God bless to your family who need to make a new life for themselves..... - Posted by: Adrienne and Richard Bomback (Friend and nieghbor) on: Oct 27, 2013
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Always happy, always greeted you with a smile, always helped. Will truly be missed - Posted by: Tim Silk & Family (Friend & Laker) on: Oct 26, 2013
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He was a great neighbour and always loved to see his smile every time I walked the kids to school past his house. Rest in peace. - Posted by: David Morrison (Neighbour ) on: Oct 26, 2013
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Rest in Peace Uncle Wilf ! Thanks for all the great memories ...fishing, camping ....you being you ! - Posted by: Dan Rousset (Nephew) on: Oct 26, 2013
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Condolences to Wilf's family... have fond memories of our childhood days growing up in Carrot River - Posted by: William Stadnyk (friend ) on: Oct 26, 2013
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Shannon, Blake and Tanner our deepest sympathy, may your memories help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Dean & Sherry Swain ((sons played hockey together)) on: Oct 26, 2013
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So sorry to hear of Wilfred's passing. My condolences to all the family - Posted by: Alex Skibinsky (Friend) on: Oct 26, 2013
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