Obituary for Philip Edward Michael Goffinet
Goffinet, Philip “Phil” Edward
August 31, 1953 - January 13, 2019
It is with great sadness that the family of Philip Edward M Goffinet announces his passing. He passed away peacefully in the early morning of Sunday, January 13, 2019 at the age of 65. He was born in Grand Forks, BC to Eugene and Lena Goffinet. He followed his big sister Judy to the ends of the earth including but not limited to Prince George, BC and then Alberta, finally settling in Calgary to raise his family.
Phil will be lovingly remembered and missed by his three children, Michael Goffinet, Carrie Goffinet and Dean Goffinet and his two grandchildren, Thomas and Dale Goffinet. He is also survived by his brother in law, Dieter; brother, Robert and sisters, Lorraine and Ardis. Let us not forget the numerous nieces, nephews and cousins too.
Special thanks to all of Phil's family and friends for your unwavering support throughout his life, especially the past 15+ years during Philip's battle with depression.
Thank you to the Calgary Emergency Service, South Campus Health Center, Foothills Hospital Emergency and Bethany Care Transition Unit for all the kindness from the doctors, nurses, volunteers and support staff during his time of need.
A Celebration of Phil’s Life will be held at a later date, details to follow.
If friends and family desire, donations in Phil's memory may be made to the Calgary Food Bank or a charity of your choice in memory of PHIL and RUSTY, his canine companion.
To view and share photos, condolences and stories of Philip (Phil), please visit www.choicememorial.com.
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August 31, 1953 - January 13, 2019
It is with great sadness that the family of Philip Edward M Goffinet announces his passing. He passed away peacefully in the early morning of Sunday, January 13, 2019 at the age of 65. He was born in Grand Forks, BC to Eugene and Lena Goffinet. He followed his big sister Judy to the ends of the earth including but not limited to Prince George, BC and then Alberta, finally settling in Calgary to raise his family.
Phil will be lovingly remembered and missed by his three children, Michael Goffinet, Carrie Goffinet and Dean Goffinet and his two grandchildren, Thomas and Dale Goffinet. He is also survived by his brother in law, Dieter; brother, Robert and sisters, Lorraine and Ardis. Let us not forget the numerous nieces, nephews and cousins too.
Special thanks to all of Phil's family and friends for your unwavering support throughout his life, especially the past 15+ years during Philip's battle with depression.
Thank you to the Calgary Emergency Service, South Campus Health Center, Foothills Hospital Emergency and Bethany Care Transition Unit for all the kindness from the doctors, nurses, volunteers and support staff during his time of need.
A Celebration of Phil’s Life will be held at a later date, details to follow.
If friends and family desire, donations in Phil's memory may be made to the Calgary Food Bank or a charity of your choice in memory of PHIL and RUSTY, his canine companion.
To view and share photos, condolences and stories of Philip (Phil), please visit www.choicememorial.com.
You also may upload on Facebook or YouTube.