The world lost another great Man over the holidays.

[Harrison]

Truly sorry to hear of the loss of Jack, Nanook.

 

Unfortunately we lost my Dad over the holidays aswell. Although he went quickly, he was in no pain and passed peacefully Dec 26, 2am. In his 60 years he touch many lives with his humour and compassion. He was a retired Toronto Firefighter and he was honoured as such at his funeral.

 

He introduced the love of the outdoors to my brother and I. There was many a day when my Dad would join us on the water. These memories will last forever. He loved downrigging on Lake Ontario, this is where his wishes to be. He will always be in the boat with us and with the others he loved to share the water with. We will miss him dearly.

 

For those who knew/worked with my Dad on OFC, sorry if you are finding out this way. We tried to contact everyone, but with the holidays we had a bit of a hard time.

 

Here are a couple shots of my Dad, man he really loved to fish and spend time with us. Thank you for letting me share and get this out there, makes me feel good. I was/am very proud of him.

 

Casting for Lake O Salmon

 

Seymour Largie. Love the hold Pops!

 

Thanks

Phil

[Terry]

sorry for your loss

[bushart]

Sorry to hear of this news.

[mercman]

Oh Phil....I am so sorry for your loss. Mine was 62 whe he passed. So young. He also was an avid angler and guide.Like you, i earned my love of the sport from him.

My most heartfelt sympathies to you and your familly.

 

 

Paul

 

 

[ChrisK]

Sorry to here about your dads passing Phil. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

[ketchenany]

My condolences to you and your family.

[Rattletrap2]

Very sorry for your loss Phil. He sure looks like he enjoyed being in a boat. The world has lost another fine hero.

Way too young to go.

[solopaddler]

Terrible news Phil, I'm so sorry to hear.

 

Condolences to you and your whole family.

 

Every cast you make his memory will live on.

[Handlebarz]

very sorry to here of your loss Phil sounds like you have many great memories to keep him alive in your hearts.

[Beans]

My condolances to you and yours Phil...

 

Only 60...way too young, my dad passed away at 63

[Spiel]

A very nice tribute Phil.

 

I too am saddened by your loss, my heartfelt condolences to you, your family and all of your fathers friends.

[skeeter]

Condolences to you and your loved ones.

my father passed away in 98 and there isnt a day go by that i dont think of him.

keep your head up and remember he is still there with you.

 

dann

[Rustic-Fisher]

Sorry for your loss, And my respect goes out to a fallen Brother.

 

Ryan,

Toronto Fire,

Squad 313

[Grimace]

Sorry for your loss. 60 is far too young.

[lew]

Sad news Phil and I'm really sorry for your loss, I know how close you & Paul were to your Dad and you payed him a very nice tribute here.

 

I can't say I ever knew your Dad but we were on the job together for around 3 decades so there's always the possibility we worked together without knowing it.

 

Good to hear the Fire Dept. honoured him like they did.

 

Condolances from my family to yours Phil

[Pikeslayer]

My most sincere condolences to you, your family and all that loved your father.

God Bless,

Simon

[irishfield]

Nice to see you have some great memories to keep your Father's image alive and well in your mind Phil. That's all you'll need to work though this bumpy time in your life.

 

Regards,

Wayne

[LeXXington]

Condolences to you and your family.

[Headhunter]

Sorry for your loss Phil... I have also lost a loved one on that date and it makes the holiday season some what difficult... but we have found a way to celebrate her life every year.

Best regards to you and your family.

HH

[splashhopper]

Very sorry for the loss of your dad and fishing mentor.

 

Prayers from our family to yours.

[hammercarp]

Please accept my condolences and your words were very touching.

[mbac31]

Very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing Phil!! Good to see you cherishing the memories and values he gave you.

[misfish]

Very nicely put Phil. Sry to hear of your loss.

[TJQ]

So sorry to hear that Phil. I'm sure he will be missed.

[corvette1]

sorry for your loss