On December 1, 2024, at the age of 46, after a brief but intense battle with Cancer, our LORD has called to himself our father, brother, son and friend.
Phil will be lovingly remembered by his children, Julia, Ashley, Kevin and Shannon, his parents Jannes and Cathy, his brothers and sisters, Dan (Conny), Janine (Shane), Steve (Kristin), Stephanie (Sheldon), Dave (Tonya) and Debbie (Daniel). He will also be remembered by many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
Phil was sadly predeceased by his wife, Lori Wiersema (n. Poapst) almost 9 years ago.
Phil was born in Winnipeg and at a young age started to work in construction, building basements. He truly had a passion for his work and ran his own company for the last 6 years, prioritizing quality work and taking good care of the men he employed.
Caring for others was something Phil always did, quietly and without fanfare – never calling attention to himself. He would always show up when someone needed help, but wasn’t one to ask for help in return.
Phil dearly loved his kids, and treasured time spent with them. He was a loving and playful father, whether camping with them, going on road trips, teasing them and training them in the art of debate, or just simply hanging out – they were his favorite company.
When Phil was diagnosed with Cancer, his concerns were only for his children, his family and his employees. He disregarded his own discomfort and fought for them.
Phil loved the Lord and found comfort in the Gospel, and we know that he is resting and rejoicing pain free in heaven.
Phil’s funeral will be on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 1:30. It will be held at Grace Canadian Reformed Church (730 Pandora Ave W). There will be a private family interment before the service.
The service can be live streamed at https://gracecanrc.ca/funeral-pwiersema/
