WILLIAM A. PHILLIPS

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WILLIAM A. PHILLIPS It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Phillips on November 20, 2004 at the Grace Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Margery Joan; his son William Craig and wife Lois; his five granddaughters, Kim, Karole (Mark), Katherine, Kimberly and Jacalyn; his sisters, Eleanor Conn and Marjorie (Lloyd) Lovell; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by his daughter Linda Joan Robinson in 1989; his parents, Violet and Gus; and brother-in-law Ken Conn. Bill was born on December 12, 1922 in Waterloo, ON, and moved with his family to Winnipeg at the age of six. Bill served in the Air Force during the Second World War and was employed in management with Labatts for over 40 years, retiring in 1985. Bill loved spending time with family and friends. He always looked forward to his fishing trips with his buddies. Bill was an avid reader and sports fan. He was a life member of the B.P.O. Elks of Canada Lodge No. 10 and enjoyed the fellowship with his brother Elks. Bill also looked forward to his Tuesday evening bridge with his friends and neighbours at Woodhaven Park. We will remember Bill for his quiet disposition, his sound advise, and wisdom. He had a special love for his granddaughters and was very proud of their accomplishments. The family would like to express sincere thanks to the staff at the Grace Hospital for their compassion, care and kindness. Special thanks to Dr. Pat Harris and Dr. J.D. McDowell. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7, or the Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 24 at 3:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Interment and reception will follow. Rest in peace - we all love you. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.chapellawn.mb.ca.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 23, 2004