On the morning of September 28th, Philip died peacefully at the age of 86, surrounded by his loving family at the Misericordia Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta.
Prior to his admittance to hospital only two days earlier, he had had a full and independent life with his beloved Pierrette. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, telling stories, working on DIY projects, watching hockey, making bread, listening to audio books and getting in his daily walk of 5,000 steps.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Pierrette (née Guimond); his two daughters, Michelle (Hugh) and Colette; granddaughters, Erin (Adam) and Andrea; and great-granddaughter, Gwen. He is also survived by his brother, Raymond (Coronna); sisters, Doris and Laurence; his sister in-law, Annette; and many nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his parents, Alfred and Beatrice (née Lorrain); siblings, Regine (Earl Felts), Raoul (Eveline), Raymonde (Raymond Garon), Vivianne (Vernon Beaver), Loriane (Philippe Anctil), and Hector; brothers in-law, Jean Dumont and Chuck Samis; son-in-law, Geoff Dick; and nephews Don Felts, Richard Aubin, Gilbert Aubin, Patrick Beaver and Réal Aubin.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 28th, at the Laurier Heights Community Hall located at 14405 85th Avenue NW, Edmonton Alberta. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and a short religious service will commence at noon followed by lunch. A livestream of the celebration will be available at this link: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/philip-aubin-celebration-of-li/679069310828899/
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the CNIB or Diabetes Canada. Philip lived with increasingly limited vision due to macular degeneration and type 2 diabetes.
Joyce Hawes (Michaud) says
My deepest sympathies to you ma tante Pierrette, Michelle (Hugh), and Colette. At 86 years, he lived a good life, but still so very sad! My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Take care, and I will certainly try to tune in virtually on the 28th!💕
Doreen and Brad wickman says
So very sorry 😞
Paul Garon says
Uncle Philip was a wonderful man and outstanding person who will live with us in our hearts and memories forever.
Ronald Brochu says
Sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Enjoy my conversations with him.
Ronald and Angèle
Kevin Hill says
Pierette,Laurie,Lisa,Cameron and family,
All our thought are with you at this time.
We will remember Phil’s humor, warmth and compassion.
He was a true, honorable gentlemen whose priorities and values revolved around his family and friends.
He will be missed,
Kevin, Amy, Vince and Bob
Mike chidlaw says
I was sorry to hear about your loss My thoughts will be with you.mikec
Colleen Power says
So sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. I will sure miss his stories. He always had one for me. He will be missed dearly. Howard and Colleen
Gisele Dallaire says
Condolences Pierrette to your family and friends Philip was special to us Raymond and I. Our thoughts and prayers are with you .
Peter and. Carolyn Chalick says
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family
Debi Morin Huber says
Condolences to his family , Phil was my Life agent and my Realtor felt like we were in very good hands with him .
Colette Pele says
Sincere condolences to Philip Aubin’s family
Heard to believe ,just saw him a few weeks ago ,which was nice to see them .
Prayers and thoughts are with you. R est in Peace
Shirley West says
Sincere condolences Pierrette and all the family. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. Shirley West and family.
Rose G says
My condolences, may your wonderful memories help you all through this difficult times. Rest in Peace.
M Keith says
We were deeply saddened to learn that “Phlabin” passed, Pierette. He was a wonderful man. We had many laughs and enjoyed working with him in the Technical Department at the mill. Best wishes to you and your family. Love, Mary & Mel Keith.
Gill Valcourt says
Sincere coldolences, Pierrette and family.
Lise Desrosiers says
La famille Desrosiers, offrons nos sympathies à Pierrette et toute la famille. Sommes avec vous en pensée,
Pierrette says
Merci Lise. Nous avons célébré la vie de Philip aujourd’hui. Beaucoup de bons souvenirs qui restent avec plusieurs
Claudette Guimond says
Aunt Pierrette and girls, Michelle and Colette,
So sorry about your precious loss. Uncle Phil was such an integral member of our family and his presence has been felt for such a long while . He was a good man with a good sense of humour and a profound sense of being devoted to his loved ones. I’m certain you miss him deeply and will for a long time. My heart is with you at this time.
Michelle L Guimond says
I am so sorry for your loss of your husband Phil. Father to Michelle and Colette. I am thinking of you all and sending heartfelt prayers to all of you 🙏. Strength and courage.
Edna Boisvert says
Our thoughts and prayer are with and your family! Your old neighbours Denis & Edna BOISVERT 🙏🏻
Paulette ANCTIL says
Condolences Pierette, daughters and grand daughter and the little one he loved so much.I got such a charge out of Phillip’s dry humor and how he sure new everyone by their voices when his eye sight failed. He was patient when I went to practice our songs with Pierrette both of us in Alto it didn’t sound very good to him.
Colette Pele says
Sincere condolences a tous
Philip vas être manquer
C était bon de vous voir quand que vous venu pour le funeral a son frère Hector
Garder les bons souvenirs près de vous .
Colette Van Den Biggelaar says
Dear Pierrette and family,
I am so sorry that I was unable to attend Phillip’s funeral.
We are so sorry for your loss. I did watch it on my computer though.
I was not aware that you lived in Edmonton now, Henriette told me.
Philip was a great guy because you haven’t changed a bit.
Our condolences
Walter and Colette Van Den Biggelaar