PHILLIP CLARENCE TAIT

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PHILLIP CLARENCE TAIT July 16, 1921 - November 15, 2017 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend on Wednesday, November 15, 2017. He will now be reunited with his beloved wife Elizabeth who he shared 68 wonderful years together. Also his only daughter Susan, who they tragically lost in 1999. Left to celebrate his life is his sister Eileen; sons, Phil Jr. (Janice), Bob (Debbie), son-in-law Dave Nicol; grandchildren, Brie, Jennifer, Janice, Travis (Kaitlin), Rylan (Julie), Scott (Beth) and Melissa (Kevin); great-grandsons, Kallen, Wade, Chase, Colin, Liam; great-granddaughter Sophie; and numerous nieces and nephews. As a young man Phil joined the Navy and served in the Second World War and that is when he met his wife Elizabeth in Sydney, Nova Scotia. He was an avid sports lover and loyal to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and the Winnipeg Jets, never missed watching a game! He worked at Safeway, working up to Warehouse Manager. One of the things he really loved was his Buick cars. The family would also like to send special thanks to all the love and support from Westhaven Manor this last three years where he lived and made many new friends. Also thanks to all the Home Care Workers and Nurses who looked after Phil. A celebration of his life will be held on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of your choice. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit www.chapellawn.ca Chapel Lawn Funeral Home 204-885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 18, 2017