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PHILIP LEIBL
Date of Passing: Mar 17, 2017
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PHILIP LEIBL It is with great sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Philip Leibl, on Friday, March 17, 2017, surrounded by his family. Left to mourn is his loving wife of 69 years, Gloria; his two daughters, Charlene (Jerry), Roberta; and grandson David. He was predeceased by his parents, Harry and Mary Leibl; his sisters, Ruby Minuk (Sam), Anita Adler (Alex Sheldon); and his three brothers, Jos (Jenny), Izzy (Eva) and Max (Lily). Phil was born in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan and ultimately moved to Winnipeg with his family. Phil was in the paint industry all of his working life. He started his career working with his father at Phillips Paint, where he was Production Manager. He then moved on to work at Northern Paint as Industrial Sales Manager. He ended his career working for an American company, Pittsburgh Paint, where he took on the role of Regional Manager. He enjoyed working for Pittsburgh Paint and he worked for them until his retirement. Phil was an active man who enjoyed curling, golfing and fishing. He loved horses and he eventually ended up owning his own race horses at Assiniboia Downs. While Phil loved the excitement of the races, it still came in second to his favourite activity, which was spending time with his family. We would like to thank the staff on the fifth floor of the Seven Oaks Hospital for the care they gave him in his final days. A service was held at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, March 21, 2017. Donations may be made in Phil's honour to CancerCare Manitoba. We will miss you forever Dad!
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 08, 2017
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Phil Leibl taught me one of life's most valuable lessons, when we were both employees at Norther Paint. "Oreen," he would say, when he sensed I was about to say something, "Do you have your brain in gear?" You see, he had given me, in writing, a piece of advice that he wanted me to remember. The advice was, "Make sure your brain is in gear before you disengage your mouth." And, I have never forgotten his advice. - Posted by: Oreen Scott (former co-worker) on: Aug 16, 2017
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I worked with Phil and Barry Fry at Northern Paint in the late 60;s. Some of my fondest moments are of Phil, cigar in mouth, teaching me how to read a racing forum. Always happy and always smiling. He will be missed. - Posted by: Don Doherty (Friend, workmate.) on: Apr 08, 2017