Philip Gregory Fotheringham

May 25, 1957 – July 16, 2017

Having received a final blessing Philip passed away at St. Michael’s Hospital after a brief illness following a long battle with cancer. Born in Guildford, England, he was the sixth son and eighth child of the late Capt.(N) James Brant Fotheringham and Rosemary Elinor Fotheringham (nee Kirkwood). He is survived by his siblings Thomas, James, Timothy, Mary, Donald, Jonathan, Anne, and Paul, and by many nieces and nephews. As a member of a naval family, Philip grew up in Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and Virginia. He graduated from Trent University and worked most of his life in the service industry in Toronto. He loved sailing and introducing others to the sport. Unfortunately, he contracted HIV in the 1980s, a disease to which he lost many dear friends. He never expected to survive till his sixtieth year, but his discipline, love of life, and will to live were strong. Philip was a gentle person blessed with many friends who, along with his family, will miss his open hearted humour, generosity, and many active interests.

Philip's friends Christie Jardine, Brian Dawson and Benoit Friolet are hosting a celebration of his life:

Captain Phil's Boat has Sailed

Please join us in a "Bon Voyage " Toast.

September 23, 2017 at

562 Church St.

From 11am to 4pm.

Some beer and wine will be provided.

Feel free to bring other drinks as well as food of your choice.

The later should be labeled with a list of ALL ingredients.

We look forward to seeing you.

There's no need to RSVP