LAHEY, Philip Roland

January 7,1939March 19, 2024 It is with great sadness, that the family of Philip, announce his peaceful passing at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Center, Bell Island. Phil belonged to a large family 12 children. Phil was predeceased by his parents, Catherine and Phil; siblings, Bridie Brown and husband Hubert, Catherine Collins and husband Ed, Veronica Burry (Louis), Alice Nolan (Mike), Molly Kennedy (Clayton), Don and his wife Eileen, James (Dianne), George, and John. Leaving to mourn are his devoted sister Nancy Murphy and brother Gerald (Jenny). He will also be remembered with a smile and prayers by his 30 nieces and nephews, extended family, caregivers and friends. Phil was a very generous and faithful person. As a younger man he loved to ride his bike, play accordion, piano and was a very good cook. Phil was also the favourite babysitter of all the cousins and we saw him often. He gave each of us a nickname that fit our personality. Anyone who knew him probably had their cards read, at some point. The outcome was always positive as he always buried the cards, he considered unfavourable, with the stealth of a magician, so they wouldn’t appear in the draw. We were always grateful for that caring gesture. During his LTC residency Phil received much support and kindness from a very caring Support Team, who provided comfort and affection. We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to the attentive staff at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Center for their medical expertise and compassion. Cremation has already taken place. Family and friends are invited to visit Pendergast Funeral Home, Bell Island, on Sunday, March 24th from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass will occur at 2 p.m. on March 25th at St. Michael’s Church, Bell Island with burial to take place at a later date.