Westbrook: Phillip Alfred,
Passed away peacefully while holding his loving wife’s hand, at Matthews House Hospice Alliston, on June 13, 2025. Phil Westbrook at the age 83 years, beloved husband of Nelly Westbrook (nee: Ouwendyk). Dear step father of Sue and the late Allan, and Don and Betty Ann. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Shannon (Barry), Jason (Kristen), Scott (Alexis), Amanda (Justin), Sacha (Jeff), Michael (Jessica), and his great grandchildren Aislynn, Austin, Kaylee, Silas, Quinn, Hailey, Carson, Ashton, Nathan, Abigail, Lauren, and Jake. Remembered with love by his brother Harold “Ted” (the late John). Forever in the heart of his extended family and friends.
The family wish to thank the staff at Stevenson Memorial Hospital and Matthews House Hospice, for the care and compassion that was shown to Phil and his family during his last weeks.
Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home.
Cremation has taken place, and a family service will be held. For those who wish, donations in memory of Phil to the Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Matthews House Hospice, or the Alliston Food Bank would be appreciated. Condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
HAROLD WESTBROOK [TED] says
I WILL MISS YOU BROTHER….A LOT…YOU WERE ALWAYS UP TEMPO .. ALWAYS…NO MATTER WHAT..YOU ALWAYS MADE ME SMILE WITH YOUR POSITIVE ATTITUDE….YOU AND NELL MADE A GREAT TWOSOME…SO GLAD WE HAD SOME LAST HOURS TOGETHER WITH…..MICKEY MOUSE…YOU WOULD NOT LET THAT LITTLE STUFFED ANIMAL GO…EVAN THOUGH I TOLD YOU IT WAS BOUGHT AT THE DOLLAR STORE….IT IS THE LITTLE THINGS IN LIFE THAT CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE….THAT DAM LITTLE THING MADE US BOTH LAUGH .. OUR LAST WORDS WERE.. LOVE YOU BROTHER…TED..
Jack & Mary McBride says
Aunt Nellie, We are saddened with the news of Phil’s passing. Our deep condolences to you, Susan & all the family.
Anne Pendergast says
Dear Nellie: So so sorry for your loss. As you know Philip was one of my early friends from Nobleton. Take care of yourself!
Roger Elmes says
So sorry to hear of Phil’s passing.
Like Tom Brown and Ross Connell, we met at McMaster and its University Naval Training Division. We were part of a band of 10 then young men who spent every Thursday night at McMaster training at the local naval reserve division HMCS STAR, and most of us spent about 12 months spread over 3 summers training on the east and west coasts to be commissioned as officers. It was a life-forming experience.
Phil was the only ships diving officer I know who rode an antique Indian motorcycle. One summer he brought it west for a posting in the back of his pick-up, unloaded it at our house near White Rock BC and blasted around Vancouver while visiting us, before continuing to Esquimalt. He was a character to be remembered in a good way as an officer and a gentleman.
My condolences to his all his family and friends. With many, many fond memories.
Roger Elmes
Ross Connell says
Nelly,
So sorry to hear of your loss. As you know, Phil was the best man at my wedding and we were best buds for over 60 years. I will miss him almost as much as you will. May you keep in your memory the best of his happy-go-lucky personality (or was is devil-may-care?) and his marvelous smile.
Michele Cook says
Hi Aunt Nelly, so sorry to hear about Uncle Phil. My deepest condolences may he rest in peace. Lots of love Michele. ❤️
Tony Ouwendyk says
Sorry for your loss Nellie!
Heather and Jamie Doane says
Dear Nellie,
Deepest condolences for the loss of your dear Phil. Thinking of you and all your family,
Heather and Jamie Doane
Hank Ouwendyk says
Hi Nelly, sorry to hear about the death of your wonderful husband Phil! please accept my deepest condolences. Love Hank.
Thomas Brown says
Phil was my dear friend during the glorious days at McMaster University and our time together in the University Naval Training Division (UNTD). I can still his laughter. My condolences to Nelly and family.
Bob Temple says
Phil was my room mate in second year
Cornwallis. He was a great guy, always cheerful and full of fun!
Carol Irwin says
So sorry Nelly for your loss
Kathy Crane says
Aunt Nellie and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all.
Patricia Hutterer says
To Aunt Nellie and family and the Westlake family deepest condolences in the passing of Phil