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Rev. William 'Bill' Phillips
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Message from Pauline
August 27, 2016 11:50 AM
Will miss him. Pauline Kelly
A candle was lit by Pauline Kelly
on August 27, 2016 11:46 AM
A candle was lit by Kelly Blaine Lewis
on August 22, 2016 9:52 PM
Message from Bob Wallace
August 19, 2016 4:17 PM
My deepest sympathies Majorie and Elizabeth. I have many memories of Fr. Bill. He was very kind to my mother Ethel during her time at Rocmura. Sorry I could not attend service as I now live in Montreal.
A candle was lit by Bob Wallace
on August 19, 2016 4:13 PM
A candle was lit by Michael Corkery
on August 13, 2016 2:19 AM
A candle was lit by VALERIE O'BLENIS BIZEAU AND FAMILY
on August 12, 2016 10:20 PM
A candle was lit by Sarah Chouinard-Horne and Stephen Horne
on August 11, 2016 7:17 PM
Message from Harold and Ruby Cusack
August 10, 2016 3:20 PM
Our heartfelt sympathy to Fr.Phillip's family.
Message from Martine Michaud Lachance
August 10, 2016 1:38 PM
Best regards to you ,Father Bill, my classmate at SDU. As you claim your just reward after a life full of experience, please do not forget us here on earth, still toiling away.
Our next class reunion will be with you and all the other waiting for us to join in a grand celebration....
My condolences to your family
Our next class reunion will be with you and all the other waiting for us to join in a grand celebration....
My condolences to your family
Message from Rose & Elizabeth Horgan
August 10, 2016 1:08 PM
Dear Marjorie & Elizabeth
Sending you our sincere condolences for the loss of Fr. Bill. Thinking of you both, God Bless
Sending you our sincere condolences for the loss of Fr. Bill. Thinking of you both, God Bless
A candle was lit by Hazel Tyler & Donna Zamora
on August 9, 2016 7:20 PM
Message from Viola Arsenault
August 9, 2016 6:15 PM
F.ather Phillips was a great individual and a wonderful priest You will be sadly missed. .
A candle was lit by Brenda Guimond
on August 9, 2016 4:59 PM
A candle was lit by valerie armstrong rocmaura
on August 9, 2016 3:51 PM
Message from sharon, (mckellop) savoie
August 9, 2016 12:42 PM
Marjorie and family,, will be remembering Fr Bill ,with a prayer, every time I pass by the house ,, So sorry and send my deepest condolences ,, Fr Bill and I go way back to 1962-63 while he was the chaplain at the Old General Hospital,, lots of laughs and always gave me his special Blessings to carry me through my work day,, Hugs to you Marjorie,, he was one of a kind and we were blessed just knowing him!
A candle was lit by sharon, (mckellop) savoie
on August 9, 2016 12:29 PM
A candle was lit by Debbie Fletcher
on August 9, 2016 8:56 AM
A candle was lit by Rita Watson
on August 9, 2016 7:35 AM
A candle was lit by Paula Holder
on August 9, 2016 12:42 AM
Message from Saint John, NB
August 9, 2016 12:42 AM
So sorry for the loss of this beautiful person.
A candle was lit by Sonya Young
on August 9, 2016 12:05 AM
Message from Sue Tufts
August 8, 2016 11:05 PM
To Father Bill's family, I will miss Father Bill for all his understanding and his sharing of his faith. Often, knowing how I loved old spiritual books, he would bring me a box of books. My favourite is a book called kindness which exemplifies Fr. Bill.
Message from VIOLS ARSENAULT
August 8, 2016 10:23 PM
Father Phillips was a wonderful man and a devoted priest
Message from Rose and Gary Pitt
August 8, 2016 10:15 PM
It was always a pleasant surprise when we would show up for Mass at St. Bridget's, Chapel Grove and see that Fr. Phillips was the celebrant. He was so kind , humorous and welcoming to us all . He will be missed.
A candle was lit by Lynda Cogswell
on August 8, 2016 9:41 PM
A candle was lit by kaner
on August 8, 2016 8:24 PM
Message from J. Kevin McDonald
August 8, 2016 8:05 PM
FR. Bill and my parents go back a long way, he was always so sincere and caring for Debbie and our family, he was a true friend and an inspiration to me to keep trying, at the various projects the Knights were involved in I personally will miss seeing Fr. BILL AT OUR clergy suppers and along the way of lifes journey.,
MAY HE REST IN PEACE
KEVIN & Debbie McDonald.
MAY HE REST IN PEACE
KEVIN & Debbie McDonald.
A candle was lit by Cecilia Marino
on August 8, 2016 7:20 PM
A candle was lit by Carl K Coilins
on August 8, 2016 4:52 PM
Message from Cathy Cooper
August 8, 2016 3:40 PM
Father Bill brought so many gifts to the lives of so many. He will never be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to his family and may you take comfort in knowing a special angel is now watching over you.
A candle was lit by Cathy Cooper
on August 8, 2016 3:22 PM
Message from Sheana Mohra
August 8, 2016 3:12 PM
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Father was a constant and faithful presence at Rocmaura. He was so dedicated to the residents and was much loved by them. We are forever thankful to have had his care over the years.
A candle was lit by Rocmaura
on August 8, 2016 3:06 PM
Message from Terri O'Neill
August 8, 2016 2:35 PM
To Elizabeth and Marjorie Phillips:
My deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. He was a good friend to our next door neighbour, Verdun "Speedy" Wilcox, when we lived in Saint John.
My deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. He was a good friend to our next door neighbour, Verdun "Speedy" Wilcox, when we lived in Saint John.
Message from Clarence and Geraldine Henry
August 8, 2016 12:40 PM
Sincere condolences to Father"s family
Message from Clarence and Geraldine Henry
August 8, 2016 12:37 PM
we were shocked to hear about Father Phillips passing, he was a very holy man we just loved him and will miss him!Thank you father for always being there for us ,especially when we lost our 9 yr. old son in 1968 which you never forgot to mention every time you saw us! Thank you for the great love you had for all !!!!!!!!!! R.I.P
Message from Paulette Godin Gaudet
August 8, 2016 11:42 AM
I have very fond memories of Father Phillips from his years at the Assumption Parish. It was always a pleasure to meet up with him over the years and share memories of my childhood.
Message from Sally Cummings Rocmaura Foundation
August 8, 2016 10:45 AM
From the Board of Directors, Management and Staff of Rocmaura Nursing Home, caring thoughts are with you. May the sympathy of those who share in your loss be of comfort. God Bless. Father Phillips will be fondly remembered at Rocmaura and sadly missed.
A candle was lit by Rocmaura Nursing Home
on August 8, 2016 10:44 AM
A candle was lit by John and Penny McNamee
on August 8, 2016 10:35 AM
Message from Carmen & Lloyd Meehan
August 8, 2016 10:00 AM
We extend our sympathy to all of Father Phillips' family. We met him 30 years ago at St. Anthony's in Upham where we were getting married. We felt so comfortable talking with him and we felt blessed that he was to perform our ceremony. Sadly, he left the church just weeks before our Sept. 6 wedding. We were so disappointed that he could not marry us due to the wonderful relationship that had developed as we got to know him. He was respectful, kind and practical and it was as if we had known him forever. We will always remember his words of wisdom: "You must be at peace with yourself".
Sincerely, Carmen & Lloyd Meehan
Sincerely, Carmen & Lloyd Meehan
A candle was lit by Mary (Sharkey) Bailey
on August 7, 2016 11:08 PM
A candle was lit by Ron & Jean Payne
on August 7, 2016 10:33 PM
Message from Beth Shaw
August 7, 2016 9:51 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. Father Phillips married me an Baptised both of my children. He was much loved and will be missed.
Message from Blake Armstrong
August 7, 2016 9:31 PM
Way back in 1964 when I was in grade 1 at St. Rose School, Father Phillips was the very first priest I ever met. There were 8 children in our family and he remembered each one of us and kept contact with 3 of us closely. He was a holy Catholic Priest who carried his faith and spread it as he knew how. He was kind to all and was an inspiration to me throughout my life. He is now in heaven with God and Mother Mary.
A candle was lit by Beth Shaw
on August 7, 2016 9:06 PM
Message from Valerie Bizeau and the O'Blenis Family
August 7, 2016 8:03 PM
To the Phillips Family
Father Phillips was a great man, an amazing Reverend. He has baptized all 10 of us O'Blenis'es kids. He has married a few of my siblings at Stella Maris Church. He will sorely be missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Father Phillips was a great man, an amazing Reverend. He has baptized all 10 of us O'Blenis'es kids. He has married a few of my siblings at Stella Maris Church. He will sorely be missed by all those who knew and loved him.
A candle was lit by VALERIE O'BLENIS BIZEAU AND FAMILY
on August 7, 2016 7:59 PM
Message from Jonathan,Debbie,Matthew and Liam Cann
August 7, 2016 7:14 PM
Our heartfelt sympathy to Fr.Phillip's family. We were blessed with his wisdom, humor and constant love and support for Divine Mercy Catholic School. He will be missed! xoxo
Message from Bernard & Elizabeth Cormier
August 7, 2016 6:51 PM
We were very saddened to learn of Father Bill's passing and extend our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to his family for their loss. I have known Father Bill for almost 55 years, and it all began at the old CYO when I was a member of a boys' group called Crusaders, let by both Father Bill and the late Father Leo Sullivan. Father Bill introduce us the track & field and I still have the rosary ring he gave me. He said I might as well pray while I was running around the track. He had me appear on his cable TV show, and his radio show a few times. Great memories. I will never forget his kindness and the devotion to his faith. Our caring thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Most sincerely,
Bernie & Elizabeth
,
Most sincerely,
Bernie & Elizabeth
,
A candle was lit by Bernard & Elizabeth Cormier
on August 7, 2016 6:42 PM
Message from Marg & Bob Dunbar
August 7, 2016 5:43 PM
To Family of father Bill
We have known Father Bill for a very long time through him being pastor at Stella Maris church. We are deeply sorry for the loss of father Bill we send our condolences to all of the family. He was a sweetheart he was well known through the Knights of Columbus always willing to help where ever he was needed. He will be missed but not forgotten may God be with you in your time of sorrow. God Bless R.I.P. Father Bill
We have known Father Bill for a very long time through him being pastor at Stella Maris church. We are deeply sorry for the loss of father Bill we send our condolences to all of the family. He was a sweetheart he was well known through the Knights of Columbus always willing to help where ever he was needed. He will be missed but not forgotten may God be with you in your time of sorrow. God Bless R.I.P. Father Bill
A candle was lit by Marg & Bob Dunbar you are in our prayers.
on August 7, 2016 5:33 PM
Message from Dian and Charlie Wilson
August 7, 2016 4:20 PM
Elizabeth, Marjorie and all Father Bill's Family, Dian and I would like to express our deepest sympathy and condolences to you all in the passing of Father Bill. We have a special rememberance of Father Bill as he was the priest that officiated at our wedding. Besides that he was very close to Dian as she was growing up and had the utmost respect for Father Bill. As well I and my family had a close connection with Father Bill as he grew up with my mother and father in the north end. I also worked with Father Bill on the tv show Catholic Focus which he produced and held very dear to his heart. Dian and I also along with Father Bill, Elizabeth and Marjorie helped to sponsor a Vietnamese family in Saint John with the help of Stella Maris Church of which they were sincerely thankful for sponsoring them and will miss him. We never until recently lost contact with Father Bill as we had seen him often at mass at Rocmaura. We was truly a gentleman and very caring of everyone and he will be missed so much. God be with you at thisdifficult time !
Message from Edward Powell
August 7, 2016 3:38 PM
I was sorry to learn of the death of Father Phillips. I had the opportunity of getting to know him through Saint Mary's Band. He seemed to make an effort to include everyone and to call people by name. His kind and gentle manner will be missed.I am grateful for the words of the Lord Jesus,"I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me though he die yet shall he live." John 11:25
Message from Lorraine Shonaman
August 7, 2016 3:22 PM
Fr. Bill, you will be surely missed. You were such an approachable Priest! Rest in God's loving arms now. Sympathies to his family members. Love you , Fr. Bill! Pray for me and my family from heaven now!
Message from Bill and Eleanor Best
August 7, 2016 3:06 PM
We are very sorry for your profound loss . Our thoughts and prayers are with you .
Message from Jack & Bette Nielsen
August 7, 2016 2:21 PM
Rest in Peace Father Bill. You will be missed by our Family.
Message from Fr. Gerry White
August 6, 2016 10:47 PM
Marjorie and Elizabeth.
I was saddened to hear of Fr. Bill's death.
I lived with Bill at the Cathedral when I was ordained in 1978. He was so supportive as you were Marjorie as you were our secretary. Later, I worked with Elizabeth at Chancery ...so I have such fond memories of all the Phillip's siblings.
My deepest condolences, prayer support and friendship at this time. I am proud to have known and worked with Fr. Bill. May he now receive the reward of his goodness.
I was saddened to hear of Fr. Bill's death.
I lived with Bill at the Cathedral when I was ordained in 1978. He was so supportive as you were Marjorie as you were our secretary. Later, I worked with Elizabeth at Chancery ...so I have such fond memories of all the Phillip's siblings.
My deepest condolences, prayer support and friendship at this time. I am proud to have known and worked with Fr. Bill. May he now receive the reward of his goodness.
A candle was lit by Sharon Horel
on August 6, 2016 9:10 PM
Message from Marilyn {Leland} & Billy Bennett
August 6, 2016 8:50 PM
Requiem aeternam dona ei, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat ei. Requiescat in pace. Amen
Thank you for your Priesthood !
Thank you for your Priesthood !
A candle was lit by Marilyn (Leland) & Billy Bennett,Saint George/Baxters Corner
on August 6, 2016 8:49 PM
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