Our beloved Philip Andre Laporte died March 15, 2025, at the age of 75, working in the shed as he loved to do. Phil is loved by his family and he treasured his family reunions at the Laporte homestead. He lovingly built a family picture display so that everyone felt welcome, and he was proud of the historical family photos on display at the St. Peter’s Parish hall. He is greatly missed by his wife, Patty (Ratcliffe) and they would have celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary in May. He loved his children, Jacqui (John) Empson, Jody (Tanya Bedard), Michael (Gillian Spears) and Matthew. He loved his furry buddy, Max. He was very proud of all his grandchildren too – Logan Forbes (Phaedra Scott), Luke Forbes (Alison Terpstra) and Ryan Forbes, (Hannah Kelly), Madalyn and Noelle Laporte and Quentin and Cooper Laporte.
He is loved by his siblings Sister Bernadette Laporte, Tony Laporte, Bridget Overholt, Marie and Tony Denomme, Angela Watson, and in-laws Marie Laporte, Paula Laporte, Lillian Laporte, Bill and Dianne Ratcliffe, Sheila and Richard Byers, Laura and Lauch Harrison, Helen and Gord Olmstead, and Paul Ratcliffe. He is predeceased by his beloved parents Noel and Rena (Ducharme), brothers Charlie, John and Isidore, and in-laws Paul Watson, Leo Overholt, Cathy Laporte, Rachelle Laporte, and Mary Laporte.
Phil was very strong in his faith, and he was very involved in his church. He passed on his passion for volunteering to his family, and demonstrated it through his involvement in his community. Phil and Patty kept the records for the St. Peter’s church cemetery for decades. In times of grief, Phil and Patty comforted many families and we draw on their example today. He loved the Breakfast in the Park and was active in the planning for the St. Brother Andre celebrations. He was a 3rd and 4th degree at the Knights of Columbus. In 2013, he was celebrated as a Man of Integrity by the Huron County Domestic Assault Review Team – a distinction that we are all immensely proud of.
Phil instilled a strong work ethic in his family. He worked at Dashwood Industries , and later established a long career at the Ontario Clean Water Agency. Upon retiring from OCWA, he enjoyed working a few fun years with his friends at Bluewater Windows and Doors. He enjoyed construction and carpentry his entire life. In his early years, he built homes in St. Joseph with his brothers, and most recently, he loved making his birdhouses and seasonal décor.
Phil was an expert gardener, using creative ways to grow his impressive vegetable crop. If he could reuse something to make the veggies grow, he would. He was an environmentalist throughout his life. He reforested the property, and with Patty’s support, enjoyed feeding the birds, squirrels, and other wildlife that came to visit.
Phil enjoyed an amazing social life with his friends. He played baseball for many years for the Bluewater Lakers and Stanley Dreamers. He looked forward to his weekly card games and his annual fishing trips up north. He loved to chat with the family about the latest Blue Jays games. Phil enjoyed the many games of Pepper with his family and friends, and it brings us comfort thinking of him joining his parents (Noel and Rena) and his brothers to play another rambunctious round.
Visitation will be held at the St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Parish Hall, 73334 Bluewater Highway, Zurich (St. Joseph) on Tuesday, March 18 from 6-9 PM and again one hour prior to the funeral mass on Wednesday, March 19 at 11 AM in the St. Peter Roman Catholic Church with Father Vince Gulikers presiding. Parish prayers will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 AM. Cremation with interment St. Peter Roman Catholic Cemetery, St. Joseph. Haskett Funeral Home, ZURICH entrusted with arrangements.
Donations to St. Andre Healing Garden (cheques made payable to St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church) or Victim Services Huron Perth would be appreciated by the family.
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Janet and Frank Winters
Dear Jodi and family,
While adding your beautiful landscaping to our home on the lake, you shared many stories of growing up at the lake and swimming right there on the beach. Your dad was a sweetheart. He offered us a parking spot at his house if we could not get down Shangrilla during a wind storm. I always loved seeing his newest lighthouse or birdhouse creations. It is very dark along highway 21 and your parents always had the beautiful lighthouse lights at the end of the driveway. They were the best marker to let us know we had reached our road. It’s nice to hear your love of gardening came from your dad. Big hugs to you and your entire family. Your dad was a lovely man and made this a brighter world with not only his personality and smile but his beautiful lighthouses.
Wil Telford
Patty, Matt & family
So very sorry to hear the sad news of Phil’s passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to you all at this most difficult time. Cherish all your wonderful memories.
Ron & June Corriveau
Patti and family: I just recently became aware of Phil’s passing. My sincere condolences on your loss. He gave a lot of his time and support to the Zurich and area community, whether it was sports, politics, the Church, he rolled up his sleeves. A good guy who will be missed by everyone who had the good fortune to have known him.
Martin and Laura Overholt
We were very sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. He was a kind and funny soul. He had a contagious smile that warmed everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Deb Regier
Sending heartfelt sympathy to all of Phil’s loving family and friends. RIP Phil
Kevin and Lorraine Steckle
To Patty and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss, and a great loss to many others outside of family. He was a wonderful example to many. The love and admiration you all had for him was very obvious.
Kevin and Lorraine
Arlene and Scott Thomson
Our deepest sympathies to you all. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
S&R Tyndall
Jody: So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. We will keep you and your extended family in our thoughts and prayers. Steve and Robena Tyndall
Chris Janet Brown
Dear Patty Jacqui, Jody, Micheal,Matthew and Family
Tillie is sending love and prayers.
Phil was such friendly soul and will be missed by his community.
His family and faith were his highest priority.
Cherish your memories.
Gail Elwood
Our sincere condolences to the entire LaPorte Family on their loss. As longtime friends and colleagues of Phil’s son, Mike, we have heard many stories of his upbringing and understand the love he has for his family. He and his family have our support and deepest sympathy at this difficult time.
Gail Elwood and your friends at Clearview Nursery.
Barb Kilcan
I’m feeling sad for all the family. Thank you Jacqui for letting me know.
Keep all your great memories close to your hearts.
I will always remember him as a very nice man with a great smile.
He was liked by all at the Huron Water Plant.
RIP Phil
Evelyn Vincent
Patty and family
Sincere sympathy in your huge loss. Phil was a good man and loved by many. Wishing you God’s peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time
Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene
Dear: Patty & Family; Laporte / Ratcliffe Families / Friends. . .
We are very shocked & saddened to learn of Phil’s untimely passing, we offer our sincerest condolences at this immensely sad time. 💔 His departure from your lives will leave an immeasurable void in your hearts. His beautiful tribute & online condolences all share what Phil meant to everyone who knew & loved him. 💙 In earlier years, Phil & Clare were co-workers at Dashwood Industries & then at Bluewater Windows & Doors creating a friendship that will not be forgotten. We will remember him for his welcoming smile, easy going personality, & the amazing, proud, man who dedicated & shared his love for life with his wife, family & friends. He was so proud to show off his talents & accomplishments, with his woodworking skills, birdhouse creations & perfecting his gardens. Phil’s memory will forever live on, in the stories, laughter & love you shared as a family & may they heal your hearts & bring smiles through your tears. 💙 Sending prayers of healing, may your family find strength & peace in each other now as you mourn & grieve during the difficult days that lay ahead. Hoping with time, a gentle peace will return to your life. ❤️🙏🏻❤️
💞Love, Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene💞
Dan & Karen Denomme
So sorry for your loss,.
Phil was a great man, I had some great times with Phil especially playing on the Lakers ball team and our French river fishing trips, Phil will be missed but never forgot..
Doug Ducharme and Patti Kellar
Patty and family … please accept our sincere condolences. Phil was such a strong man who never failed to lift people’s spirits and his passing is a great loss to our community.
Colleen Faulds Walden
Our sincere condolences to the Laporte family at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Colleen Faulds Walden & Peter Walden
Anmarie Kraft - Hoffman
Sending our deep & heartfelt Sympathies to you Patty & all the family…… I will miss Phil’s big smile & warm friendly greeting on Sunday morning at St Peters Church. He will be truly missed by all the Laportes extended families. Sending our Hugs ….. Anmarie & David
Jane & Len Muegge
Dear Jacqui and all the LaPorte family- so very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. You’re in our thoughts and prayers and sending love, courage and hugs your way.
Bill Jeffrey
Dear Patty and Family: Phil was my first cousin. My parents were Cecilia and Leonard Jeffrey. Aunt Rene was a sister to my mother Cecilia. I did not know Phil all that well but having read the condolences really helped me to understand the true value of his life. May I extend sincere condolences on your loss.
Cousin Bill Jeffrey
Doug Geoffrey
My condolences Patty and family on a great loss to everyone he knew we had so many great times working together at Ducharme Orchards he will always be remembered and missed
Wendy Overholt Harvey
My Sincere condolences to you all. He was such a great man. I remember the kindness he always gave. Lots of good memories.
Ray Gallant
Patty and family I am so sorry to hear of Phil’s passing . I worked with Phil for many years at the water plant he was a great guy to work with. RIP My friend.
George Gaydos
I shared 2 years of Phil’s life at Sacred Heart Seminary in the 1960’s. Not sure that he would have remembered me but I could never forget Phil – always larger than life. Condolences to the family.
Diane and Mike O'Shea
Dear Patty and Family,
We are very saddened to read of Phil’s passing. You folks were so kind to us when we lived at Bayview and attended St. Peters. Mike remembers fondly the insights Phil gave us for raised beds. Truly Phil was a leader in the St. Joseph’s community. Please accept our note of sincere sympathy.
Diane and Mike O’Shea
Danny & Karen Masse
Our deepest sympathies to the Laporte family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Jodi Weigand
We were so very sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. We are keeping all of you in our prayers. 🙏
Mark and Jodi ❤️
Harley Gratton
Patty and family…. We are sorry in the loss of Phil. I worked with Phil for many years at the Lake Huron Water Plant and have a lot of good memories. The photos show the great times shared together with his family.
Our sincere sympathy….
Harley and Dianne Gratton
Ron & Theresa Murray
Dear Paddy & family, we are so saddened to hear of the loss of that beautiful , Phil, he was a wonderful person! You two always made us feel welcomed when we visited! I attended mass at St Peter’s with some of my grand kids & Phil got one of the boys to hand out the bulletin. Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers. Love Ron & Theresa murray.
Wayne & Bonnie Keller
Patty & Family So sorry to hear of Phil passing. He will be missed by all who new him. Such a wonderful sense of humor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Hold on to the wonderful memories HUGS Wayne &Bonnie Keller
George and Sue Wilson
Patty and family, LaPorte family, heartfelt condolences on Phil’s sudden passing. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pete and Steph Overholt
Our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. May all your great memories bring you comfort and strength as you navigate this difficult time together.
Cheryl (Rau) and Bill Tong
Patty and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss
Our hearts are breaking for you
You are all in our thoughts and prayers
Hugs
Patti Geoffrey
Dear Patty, Jacqui , Jody , Michael, Matthew and families
We are deeply sorry for your profound loss and our hearts go out to you during this sorrowful time.
May loving memories of your beloved husband, father and grandfather bring you comfort.
We send our heartfelt condolences and will remember Phil fondly.
Patti and Steve Geoffrey
Darren Rau
Patty and Family,
I offer my deepest condolences for your loss. Phil was a wonderful man who will be missed by many.
Gerard and Rosemary Ducharme
Patti: Gerard and I would like to express our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time . He certainly will be missed by all.
Shannon & Rob Schiestel
Sending our sincere sympathies to Jody, Tanya, Madalyn, Noelle. Patty and your whole family. We’ll always remember his smile and how proud he was of his family, woodworking and his garden. Big hugs to you all.
Rob Ducharme
I would like to extend my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the Laporte family
Steve , Sherri & Scott Harrison
Our heartfelt condolences, Patty & Family on you loss. Scott often reminisces about the many wonderful summer holidays he spent with you, Phil and your family up north. Those cherished memories were among the highlights of his younger days. Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Vicki Geoffrey
Hugs Patty and Family, Phil will forever be your missing piece. It will be the little moments together that have made the best memories. Grief only exists where Love lived first. ❤️ Such a kind man through his actions , something to be so proud of!
Rachelle Hill
Sam and I would like to send you all our deepest condolences. I have a lot of great memories of Phil growing up. He was always happy and kind and he will be missed greatly. Sending you all our love.
Rachelle and Sam Hill
Debra LaPorte
Patty & family, I’m so sorry to hear about Uncle Phil, you have my deepest condolences, thoughts & prayers. He was such a wonderful, kind, warm hearted man and will be truly missed.
Maryann Quesnel
My deepest condolences for your loss. He will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Gary & Betty Regier
Gary & I send our deepest sympathies & most sincere condolences to you Patti & all your families.
What a warm hearted & fun loving person Phil was. He will be truly missed but not forgotten.
Ann Maxwell
Patty and Family
I was so surprised to hear of Phil’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences, and thinking of you at this difficult time.
Ann Maxwell
Tony and Bernie Willemse
So sorry to hear about your loss.
Our deepest condolences to the whole family, he sure was a great guy as long as I’ve known him.
He will be greatly missed, may he rest in peace
Mike and Beatie Rau
Patty and family and LaPorte family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Phil was a kind and gentle man always with a smile and wonderful spirit. He will be missed.
Mike and Beatie
Clarence Rau
Patty and family my deepest sympathies to all on the passing of Phil he was a great friend and neighbour love playing card s and working with him he will be missed dearly. Hugs to all of you!!
Julie and Marty Becker
Patty and Family,
Please accept our most sincere and heartfelt condolences. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. May all your beautiful memories be a blessing and bring comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Linda Tgahrt
Sincere sympathies to Patty and your family
To Jody, Michael and Matthew who I worked with at Lakewood Garden Centre….big hugs
I know he was a big part of your family
Sheila McNeil
Dear Patti and Family
I am so sorry to hear of Phil’s sudden passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerest sympathy, Sheila McNeil
Monique and Joe Debus
So terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Don & Charlene
Patty & family. Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Phil. Such a great guy to be around, and will easily remember him while looking at all our bird houses that he crafted. Praying for comfort for all of you
Don & Charlene
Jeremy Becker
Sincere Condolences to the Family.
Tim &Kathy Brill
It’s with our sincere and deepest condolences to Patty, family and his many friends, to hear of the sudden loss of an incredible kind hearted, one of a kind, special person, our friend Phil LaPorte. We will always remember him with that welcoming smile that he so easily gave to everyone. I’m sure many people would agree with us that when you had met Phil you knew that within that moment that you had a friend for life. He was a great coworker and a true friend. He will be truly missed.
Pam and Richard Bieman
Dear Jacqui, John and your family, your mom Patty, your brothers and extended family and friends
Your dad was a true proud Patriarch … with a quiet strength and presence that was undeniable.
Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with you all.
Steve and Pat Meidinger
My sincerest condolences to you Patty and your family on the loss of Phil! What an amazing man he was! May he rest in peace! Our prayers for all of you!🙏🙏
Carolyn
Patty and Family,
Jessica and I send our deepest condolences. No words will take away the pain you are feeling. Cherish the good times and hold them close to your heart. We will miss Phil’s monthly visits. RIP Phil.
Jessica
Carolyn
Hearing Life Exeter
Rodger and Charlene Finkbeiner
Deepest sympathy to Patti and your entire family
Donna Watson
I offer my sincerest condolences to Patti and all of Phil’s family. He was such a sincere and kind person even when we were kids at school. I know he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Take care and remember all the good times.
All your friends at Lakewood
Dear Patty, Jody, Matt, and family,
Our thoughts are with you during these hard days. Our hope is that you are surrounded by love and strength, and gratitude for the gift of a life together.
Steve & Melodie Northey
Our sincere condolences Patty and family on Phil’s passing. We will always remember him for his warm, welcoming smile and easy going personality. When you met Phil, you felt that you had just made a friend for life. He will be missed by many.
Love
Steve & Melodie Northey
Frank and Rita Vander Kant
To Jody and all of his family our sincere condolences and thoughts to the whole family. May his many memories get you through this difficult time.
Tony /Marlene Bedard.
To Patti..and all of Phil*s family ..we are so saddened to hear of his sudden passing.. He will be grearly missed. hold tight to all the memories you made over the yrs. special hugs to Matt. !!!!
Sally Desjardine
Patty, , Jacqui, Jody, Michael & Matt & families. I was so saddened to hear of Phil’s passing, sending my deepest condolences to all of you and the entire Laporte family.
Cherish all of your wonderful memories.
Sally Desjardine
Al and Paula Dunn
Sending our deepest sympathy to the LaPorte family. Phil was always so friendly and he will be missed in our community.
Pat Robson and Bob Bossence
Dear Jody, Tanya, Madalyn and Noelle, We were very sorry to read of your Dad’s passing. It sounds like he was an amazing human and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. May you be comforted by your treasured memories of a good husband, father, grandfather, neighbour and friend. Thinking of you with sympathy.
Karen Masse
Patty, my deepest condolences for the loss of your sweet Love. I’m certain Phil will find many of his buddies in heaven and have a card game organized. Your children are blessed to have great parents. May he rest in peace.
Brenda & Bill DeGroot
Patty & Family
So sorry for your loss of Phil. We had some great times together. He loved to tease & enjoyed a great game of cards. Memories of him will always be with us.
Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.
Phil Turner
Patty and family
Please accept our most sincere condolences on your loss. Phil and I started at OCWA the same day all those years ago and he was always such a great co-worker. May you all hold your wonderful memories close in your hearts at this difficult time to help you through the coming days.
Phil and Chris
Thomas & Vreni Beeler
Dear Patty and family, We are very sorry for your sudden loss. Our deepest sympathy; our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thomas & Vreni Beeler with family
Jack and Shelley Bender
Dear Patty and family
Our most sincere condolences to you all. Phil will be so missed-not only by all of you but by his friends and community. When Jack had shoulder surgery, Phil made him a tray to hold cards so that he could play one handed and not have to miss card night! He was always thinking of others and interested in everyone. He will be missed! Thinking of all of you today and in the days ahead.
Mari Veliz
I’m sorry to hear about your Dad, Jacquie. Sending a big hug your way.
Doug & Audrey Meidinger
Patty & all the Laporte Family
Deepest Sympathy & Most Sincere Condolences.
Phil was the perfect example of a life well lived.
Faith & Family were his highest priorities.
All the great memories of Phil will hopefully ease some of the painful grief you are feeling.
RIP Phil
Dan, Nellie, Blake and Shari Evans
We are so sorry for your loss. Phil was a kind and talented man. He will be missed greatly. Special thoughts go to Matt from his buddy Shari.
Chuck & Tanya Erb
Dear Patty and Family,
We are so saddened to hear of Phil’s passing. A customer and friend for many years. We will keep your Family in our Thoughts and Prayers at this very difficult time.
Chuck & Tanya
Rick & Barb Ingram
Patty and Family
So sorry to hear of the loss of such a wonderful man. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Cheryl Durand
Sending prayers and condolences. Rest in Peace. Thank you for your commitment and dedication to your wife and family and your community. You are missed Phil .
Sincerely, Cheryl Durand
Nancy-Rae and Bob Lovie
Patty and family….Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a wonderful man. Cherish the wonderful memories and know that we are praying for you all at this sad time…
Mozart and Julie Gelinas
Dearest Patty , and family, we are so very sorry to hear of Phil’s sudden death. He was a most wonderful fun loving man and will be so missed by the whole community. Sending love and prayers to all.
Sharon Brokenshire
Patty and family and all the Laporte family so sorry for your sad loss.
You are in my thoughts and prayers
Sharon Brokenshire
Roberta Robertson
Patti and family ~ oh heaven got 2 great men this week! I was so sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. I will remember his grin and chuckle!
Roberta Robertson (Hogg)
Marilyn Stacey
Dear Aunt Patty and family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Uncle Phil was so much like our Dad in so many ways and we have so many special memories we will treasure forever. Take care 💕
Dick & Barb Rau
Dear Patty and Family.
So sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. What a wonderful man, always greeted everyone with a smile. Hoping all your great memories of togetherness help you through these difficult days. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! 🙏❤️
Dick & Barb Rau
Jim and Norma Grainger
Patty and family Jim and I convey our sympathy to each of you.
BRANKA TOPOLOVEC
Dear Patty and Family; Condolences to you all , Thank you Phil for all you did for our beautiful community. Will never forget your smile ,You left us to soon, rest in peace.
Lori Masse and Jim Nyssen
Patty and Family
Phil was a very talent gentleman, which all of you will have many cherish memories to keep close to your ❤️.
Sorry for your loss.
R.I.P. Phil
Janet Mckinnon
Patty & family
I was so sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. My thoughts & prayers are will you all at this very sad time. Cherish all your wonderful memories.
Rita Masse and Fred Masse
So very sorry for your loss. My favorite memory of Phil was a dance we had at Pink Lake, One hundred miles we laughed the whole dance and had a great time that night. We are sure he will be greatly
missed by all who met Phil
Jim Regier
To Patty and Families our deepest condolences. Phil had the warmest great smile. What a great man He will be missed by many
Jim and Marlene Regier
Elaine Clarke (Ducharme)
Dear Patty and family and Laporte family
I am so sorry to hear of Phil’s passing.
I will miss his warm smile at Sunday morning mass
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time
Take good care of each other ❤️
Elaine
Judy & Gerard Grenier
Dear Patty & family
Our thoughts & Prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Jim Oesch
To Phil’s families, his obituary covers so much , l was able work at Bluewater window and doors with Phil. A very smart man he is
Hugs and condolences for you all
Jim
Helen and Joseph Gignac
Patti and all family members.
Our deepest condolences to all. We were always greeted with a warm welcome and smile Sunday mornings at church. Phil will be missed. 🙏 RIP
Wendy and Mike Masse
Our deepest condolences Patty, to you and your Family. Phil was always there with a warm welcome as we entered St.Peter’s Church. Our hearts go out to you all in this time of loss ❤️
Elaine Vandeworp
My condolences to you Patty and your family and all the Laporte family.
Kathryn Regier
My deepest sympathy to the entire LaPorte family but especially to Patty. I will personally miss his smiling face at St. Peter’s Church as he would open the church door to welcome me in to celebrate the Eucharist. Great memories.
Pauline Miller
Dear Patty & family & the Laporte family!
My deepest sympathy in the sudden passing of Phil.
I stopped at your place a few years ago & bought a little bird house from Phil…a family of house wrens have nested in it every year. They love it & so do I!
My thoughts & prayers are with you at this very sad & most difficult time!
Sincerely Pauline Miller
Brenda & Bill DeGroot
Patty & Family
So sorry for your loss of Phil We had some great times together. He loved to tease & really enjoyed a good game of cards. His memories will always be with us. Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.
Sending love & hugs💕
Catherine Masse
My deep sympathy to you and your family, he will be greatly missed hang on to those memories You are in my prayers
Robert jeffrey
I’m sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Brian Hall
Dear Patty & family
So sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. He was a great supporter of Rotary’s Global Literacy Project and helped many times when he could. We are sorry for your loss.
Brian Hall & the Rotary Global Literacy Team
Mary Ducharme
Dear Patty and the LaPorte Family.
I’m so saddened and shocked to hear the passing of Phil.
May your happy memories give you and your family peace & comfort at this sad time
He will be so missed at the door of St. Peter’s Church.
Rest in peace Phil.
Richard Ducharme
Patty and family:
Carol and I are so saddened by the news of Phil’s passing!
I personally grew up with Phil who lived only a couple of farms from my family.
The fun we shared with our friends down on the Blue Water is something I will never forget.
As we grew older the fun continued including our spouses.
Phil was the big teddy bear who loved to have fun!
To all the family, thank you for sharing such a loving man!
Regards
Carol/ Richard Ducharme
Fred Ducharme and Vicki Wale
Our deepest sympathy to Patti and the entire Laporte family. We were shocked to hear of Phil’s sudden passing. Keep your memories close to help navigate this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
George & Elaine Ducharme
Dear Patty and family we are sending our deepest condolences in this sudden loss. Remember the good times and fun you had.
William (Bill) Ratcliffe
“You don’t know what you’ve got till he’s gone.”
Phil’s sudden death provokes a pause and reflection on who we have lost and what he means to us.
I have always thought of Phil as someone who descended from rugged French fur traders. When I first met him, I asked how many push-ups he could do. Fifty was his answer. I felt anaemic!
I was also amazed by his gentle nature and quiet demeanour. Phil lived a life of steadfast family and community support. What a great brother-in-law, father, and community member.
Phil added deep strength to the lives he touched. Phil, we will miss you.
Pat Flanagan and Susan
Our deepest sympathies to Patti and family. Many laughs and stories with Phil over the years. He was a wonderful man. Rest in peace Phil.
Mark Tucker
Dear Patty and family, we are very saddened to hear of Phil’s passing. He was a pillar within his family, Church and the St. Joseph Community and will be missed by all who knew him. Our sincere condolences to you and your families at this loss. Blessings to you all, Dianne & Mark 🙏🙏
sharron cecile
Sorry to hear of Phil’s passing.
Condolences to you Patty and your family.
Also to Sister Bernadette ..
Gerard and I treasured our visits to St Joseph to spend time with Denis Ducharme’s family and friends.
God bless !!
Sharron Cecile.. xo
Wayne Jeffrey
My deepest condolences to Patti and family . So sorry for your loss
Colleen Campo
Our deepest sympathies to Patty and your family. We were greeted at St. Peter’s Church every Sunday morning making us feel like we were home by Phil. What a good man… just wanted you to know the impact he had to the summer visitors. Colleen and Steve Campo (Tecumseh, Ontario)
George Watson
Sincere condolences to you Patty and your family, for your loss of Phil and also to the Laporte and Ratcliffe families. May strength from above help you all through this difficult time
Dave and Anne Durand
Our deepest condolences to Patty and all of the families on the passing of Phil. He will be missed.
Don and Lorraine Taylor
Deepest condolences to you Patty and your family . He surly will be missed.
McNutt Family
Patty, Jacqui and LaPorte families,
Deepest sympathies during this very difficult time.
It’s hard to believe that we had just seen you both a week ago at the house as it was a lovely visit with all. We were shocked to hear the sudden passing of Phil.
Sending much love and hugs to everyone as you work through this together. May you find strength in family, friends and loved ones who support and surround in your time of grieving.
The McNutt Family (Gord, Marion, Heather and family)
Terry and Helen Rau
Patty and family
Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your loved one Phil.
Patty..I think of Phil often when I’m dusting my table I won at the raffle at St Peter’s Church last summer.
So glad we were able to have a nice visit also.
May he rest in peace.
Joyce Cole
My deepest sympathy Patty and to your family 🙏🙏 Sincerely Joyce Cole/Rau
Dennis and Lorraine Regier
Patty, Jacqui Jody,Michael,Matt and Families
Sincere condolences on the passing of your Wonderful Husband, Father and Grandfather.
Phil was such an amazing person,friend to all those who knew and loved him .
Rest peacefully Phil.💔🙏
Dennis and Lorraine
Alice Masse
Dear Patti and Family
LaPorte Family
Sending thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Sincere Sympathy RIP Phil
Don and Alice Masse
Marilyn Jeffrey
Patty and family. We were so sad to hear of Phil’s passing. Phil was such a nice person that could always put a smile on your face. He was a wonderful cousin and we will miss him.
Mike Jeffrey
Marilyn Jeffrey and Delbert Shewfelt
Hedia
Jacqui and family, I was deeply saddened to hear about your dad, Phil’s passing. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family. I hope you find comfort in the love and memories you shared with him.
Jim and Ruth Gingerich
Our deepest condolences Patty and family! Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe Corriveau
My deepest condolences to you Patty and your family You are in my thoughts and prayers
Karen McKinley Ratcliffe
Dear Patti and Laporte family
You were all so blessed to be able to call this great and good man husband, dad, grandfather, brother, uncle, neighbour and friend.
He was one of a kind.
Karen McKinley Ratcliffe and family.
Walt Vermunt
Patty and Families, our condolences on losing Phil. He was a wonderful person to be around and exhibited his kindness on every occasion. Rest in peace Phil.
Brenda and Walt Vermunt
Jackie Dickson
So Sorry to hear about your Loss Patti and Family, Phil was a special person 💕 I always looked forward to his welcome when attending church on Sunday!! He will be greatly missed!!
Ken & Deb Regier
Patty, Matt and your whole family. We were deeply saddened of the sudden death of Phil! He was a great man! Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all 💖🙏
Joe Rau
Patty and family, my deepest sympathy on the loss of a great man. It was a lot of fun working with Phil for the few years, he worked with us. He is going to be missed.
Ron & Joanne Neale
Jacqui, and family…. May your memories help you get through the next days, weeks and months. Our deepest condolences to you all.
Elaine and Don Beauchamp
Patty and Family So Sorry to hear the loss of Phil He will be missed deeply at cards His memory will live on with all the great crafts he made over the years Your in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time Hugs💕
Doug and Joyce McBeath
Our sympathy and prayers to you Patty your family and the entire LaPorte family on your loss
Sharon Kyle
Patty and Family,
We are so sorry to read of Phil’s passing. He too helped John, Tony and Doug when we were building our house.
We wish to extend our sincere sympathy to all of you. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Cherish your memories!
Marlene and Dave Mitton
Patti and family, we are sorry to hear of Phil’s sudden passing. Cherish all the wonderful memories you have shared and hold them close to your heart, they will help you get through the difficult days ahead. Thinking of all of you at this sad time. With our deepest sympathy to all
Shawn & Cathy Rau
Dear Patty and all of your family,
We are so sorry to hear about Phil‘s passing! He had a heart of gold and was a wonderful neighbour, friend and coworker. He will be greatly missed by us. We will miss him so much our deepest sympathy to you all!
Shawn and Cathy Rau
Kate Holman (Nigh)
Dear Aunt Patty and Family,
We are deeply sorry to hear about Uncle Phil’s passing. He will be truly missed. Sending all our love,
Katie, Scott, Bree, Ben, and Emma
Steve & Deb Overholt
Dear Patty and family… you are all in our thoughts… sending strength, courage and love to everyone.
He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Ken & Jo-Ann Ducharme
Patty and family
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Marje Overholt
Dear Patty and Family and all The Laporte Families we were very sad to hear of the passing of Phil. You all have our very deepest sympathy and hugs to each and everyone. He will be greatly missed by St.Peters Parish and everyone who knew him. Hold your beautiful memories close to your hearts to help you through this very difficult time!
Ron and Dianne Ducharme
Dear Patti and Family and the Laporte Family
We were saddened to hear of Phil’s passing He sure will be missed
our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time
Lilliane Laporte
Patty, Jacqui, Jody, Michael , Mathew and family,
Sending you big hugs and deepest sympathies in the loss of a dear husband ,father and grandfather. He will be deeply missed. John and and I really enjoyed our yearly fishing trips up in Espanola. They were great. The weekly Pepper games were a must. What fun we had. We will certainly those.
Phil had a wonderful family. Enjoy your card games up in heaven.
Love and prayers
Lil
Joe and Marilyn Kenda
Patti and Family,
Words can’t express the sadness that I am feeling for your family in the sudden passing of your dear Husband, Father and Grandpa. No matter when I would meet up with Phil be it at church or on the street he always had a friendly hello and a great big smile. Know that our prayers and thoughts will be with you and your entire family today and in the days ahead. RIP Phil.💕🙏🏻
Kevin Geoffrey& Sheley Geoffrey
Deepest sympathies to Phil’s family and friends
Tony Charrette
Although it’s been many years since I saw Phil, I will always remember his big smile and zest for life. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May he rest in peace.
Theresa Praewieda
Aunt Patty and family. There are absolutely no words to express how sorry to hear of Uncle Phil’s sudden passing. Please accept deepest sympathy at this time and know that every thought is with you.
Take care, love Theresa & Ted Przewieda
Francis Denomme
My deepest sympathy to Phil’s family and friends my thoughts and prayers are with you
Catherine Shantz
Patty and family, I extend my sincere condolences to each of you on the sudden passing of Phil. My prayers are with you – that God will surround each of you with peace and comfort in the days ahead. Catherine Shantz
Kathy & JP LaPorte
Our deepest condolences to Aunt Patty and family. We have such wonderful memories of Phil throughout the years, in baseball, fishing and the many family reunions. He will be greatly missed. Sending love and hugs to everyone.
Craig Munshaw
Our deepest condolences to Patty and family . We will miss Phil’s smile and gentle demeanor each Sunday morning as he greeted us just before Mass . Craig and Kathy Munshaw
Jo-Ann Thiel Boswell
Deepest sympathy to Patty and Family in your sudden loss. Loved to see Phil in his wood-shop with the birdhouses and repurposed furniture. May God wrap his arms around you all. H
Susan Rau
I was so sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. Such a sweet man, a good friend and for many years, a great neighbour.
What memories we have! RIP Phil, you deserve it.
Deborah Regier
Patty and family, so sorry for your loss. Gene had many fun evenings of cards with Phil and the card group.
Sending prayers,
Gene and Deb Regier
Dianne Jeffrey
Dear Patty and family. Our hearts go out to you all at this sad time. Phil was a wonderful, devoted person. He will be surely missed. Love to all.🙏❤️
Edward and Linda Fox
Jody, Tanya and Family.
Please accept our Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your Dad.
Treasure your many memories of him and hold them close to your hearts where he will always
remain and remember that LOVE never dies.
May he Rest in Peace.
Sincerely.
Edward and Linda Fox
Heather White
So so sad to here this about this, much sympathy to the whole family🙏
LYNN FERWERDA
Patty, Matthew and family. Paul and our fanilies send our deepest sympathy to you all at this very difficult time. Sounds like you will all have such great memories to hold on to. What an amazing man. I will never forget the day Phil asked me to take up the offerings, all my years in Church I had never been asked.
We already miss him so much at Church. Hugs to you all.
Paula LaPorte
Dear Patty, Jacqui, Jody, Michael, Matthew and families,
The passing of Phil will leave a huge hole in the hearts of each of you. The saying goes grief is the price we pay after great love…and Wow, was he loved!
He had great love for his family and faith… his work ethic was above and beyond..he enjoyed his gardens and his birds and his woodworking ..he enjoyed Life! and his giggle when he laughed, oh my!
I will miss you. You made everyone you met smile. ..but I know that you had a wonderful reception to greet you in Heaven.
Love Paula
Shirley ( Oesch ) Erb
To all of Phils Family and friends My Deepest Sympathy
Terry & Sharon Romphf
Patti and family, we are so sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. He was a powerhouse of a man. We are blessed to have known him. Cherish all your memories to help support you during this difficult time.
Hugs to all of you.
Terry & Sharon Romphf
George and Elaine Keller
Patty and family. There are no words to express how deeply saddened to hear of Phil’s sudden passing. He has been a part of many happy memories growing up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jason Regier
Our deepest condolences to the entire Laporte family. Jason, Jenn Regier & boys