PhilipOLIVEIRA

OLIVEIRA, Philip Passed away at age 45 suddenly on Sunday, September 17, 2017, at Juravinski Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario. He was born on July 9, 1972 in Hamilton. Mourned by his wife Gianna (nee De Marco) of 19 years and daughter Andrea Emilia. He is survived by his parents Jose and Maria and his brother Brian. Phil was a loving brother-in-law to Agnes, Linda, and Joe and son-in-law to Emilio and Elsa De Marco. He will be missed by the many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews in Canada, Portugal and France. Phil was a new Principal at St. James Elementary School after many years of dedicated service with HWCDSB. Phil had a passion for building. He built relationships, childrens’ futures, small chapels in schools and many projects both at home and at many of his friends’ homes. He loved camping and ice fishing, not only for his love of nature, but for the camaraderie he shared with his friends and family. He is a leader and inspiration to so many people that will forever miss his presence. His legacy lives on. Visitation will be held at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL HOME, 43 Barton St. E., Hamilton on Wednesday, September 20th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Thursday, September 21st from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Vigil prayers Thursday at 8:30 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Church, 146 Park St. N., Hamilton on Friday, September 22nd at 10:30 a.m. Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Burlington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HWCDSB Equal Opportunities Fund. 11:11…I love you.