Jackie “Jack” Phillips

February 18, 1940 - September 19, 2020

Funeral Details:

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of Jack Phillips on Saturday, September 19, 2020, at the Bob Rumball Nursing Home in Barrie.  Jack is survived by his wife, Heather, and children, Todd (Sandra), Tamara Byers (Glen), Tabitha Doody (Brian) and Tristan (Kim).  He was a beloved grandfather to Aerin (Chris), Adam (Kristin), Jessica (Garrett), Nicholas, Taylor, Shelby, Trent, Tanner, Nicole, Lauren (Jacob), Jack, Nicolas, Mason, and Tyson; and great-grandfather of Carson, Everett, Riane, Nolan, Markus, Gavin, and Lucas.  A loving brother to Diane Thurlow and Bud (pre-deceased), and brother-in-law to Elizabeth Britton and Robert (pre-deceased).  Jack will be remembered as a dedicated teacher and coach over his 40-year career throughout Barrie and area.  At Jack's request, there will be a private service and cremation.  A Celebration of Life will take place in 2021.  If desired, the family has requested donations be made to Parkinson's.  Online condolences may be made at www.peacefultransition.ca

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CONDOLENCES

20 Condolences
  • Donald Watson
    Posted on: Monday, September 21, 2020 Reply

    Dear Heather & Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Take care and stay
    strong and I will be talking with you in the near future. With love, Don.

  • Rick Nigro
    Posted on: Monday, September 21, 2020 Reply

    I am very sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. I will remember Jack as an outstanding planner, organizer, coach, mentor and the man behind SSD along with and after the passing of Dave McKendrick. Jack smoothly transitioned the club into the powerhouse it became. His support of his coaches and athletes have stayed with me and made me a better coach and person. As a teacher, coach and pillar of the commuity, Jack has touched many lives. Thanks, Jack!

  • Alex Friel
    Posted on: Monday, September 21, 2020 Reply

    I will be forever grateful for the time and effort that Jack put into SSD track club. That club had very positive impact on me and my SSD teammates. Many of us are still close friends today and have nice memories of Jack supporting us at track meets and on training trips. He will be missed.

  • Jon and Marg Gow
    Posted on: Tuesday, September 22, 2020 Reply

    Dear Heather and Family:

    Our thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time. Jon and I will forever remember the good times we had with both you and Jack. Standing up with us and providing your home for our small informal wedding reception 30+ years ago meant so much to both of us.

    Stay strong and keep your memories close. Jack will be watching over each of you. He was so proud of his children, grandchildren and great grand children.

    A loving and kind man we will never forget.

    Jon and Marg Gow

  • Jessica Shaw
    Posted on: Tuesday, September 22, 2020 Reply

    My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I was a member of SSD for many years and Jack had such a profound impact on my life. Forever grateful for the amazing sense of community he made within the club.

  • Matt Druken
    Posted on: Tuesday, September 22, 2020 Reply

    I can still remember when Jack talked to me and my parents about joining SSD back in grade 6. If only I knew then what an impact this would have on me. Jack, and SSD, changed the course of my life, without question. His warm nature and unwavering commitment to the kids at SSD definitely didn’t go unnoticed. My thoughts and Prayers are with you.

  • Wendy Warren-Timpano
    Posted on: Tuesday, September 22, 2020 Reply

    My deepest sympathies to Heather and family. Jack was a wonderful man and a great President of the SSD Track Club. He made many sacrifices for the young athletes and I will always treasure the memories we made with him in Alabama. He was pivotal in my daughter Hayley (Warren’s) track career and had a huge impact on her. Rest in peace Jack, head up wings out.

  • Wayne and Joan McAuley
    Posted on: Tuesday, September 22, 2020 Reply

    Dear Heather and Family – I am so sorry to hear about Jacks passing, I know he has suffered for a long time and may he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
    Joan McAuley

  • Beverley Norrena
    Posted on: Wednesday, September 23, 2020 Reply

    Dear Heather, Thinking of you at this difficult time. Sooo happy I got to see Jack back in December. Loved reading the comments from his track team experiences. Bev

  • Nyka Carter-Grandbois
    Posted on: Wednesday, September 23, 2020 Reply

    Mr. Phillips was an amazing teacher. I am a teacher today because of him. Every September I tell my new group of students about my favourite teacher and what he did that made him so special. Mr. P was all about track and I was super artsy, but it didn’t matter, he went out of his way to find opportunities for me. I am very sorry to learn of his passing.
    Respectfully,
    Nyka

  • Anita & Peter Thornton
    Posted on: Thursday, September 24, 2020 Reply

    Dearest Heather, our thoughts are with you and the family. We know you will remember the happy times, especially your trip to Australia.

  • Ken & Kathy French
    Posted on: Saturday, September 26, 2020 Reply

    We just found out about Jack’s passing and are saddened to hear this. Jack touched the lives of many and was a dedicated teacher and coach. We have many fond memories of times spent together early in my teaching career. Our thoughts are with Heather and all of his family.

  • Tom and Erryle George
    Posted on: Sunday, September 27, 2020 Reply

    Our condolences Heather and family.
    Those we love dont go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear.
    We have great memories of good times with you and Jack.

  • Bill and Sharron Carpenter
    Posted on: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 Reply

    Bill and I are sorry to hear of Jack’s passing.
    We had not seen him in recent years however our thoughts and prayers are with Heather and the entire family at this sad time.

  • Amanda Grondin-Stocks
    Posted on: Friday, October 16, 2020 Reply

    Tristan and family…

    I wanted to pass along my condolences with respect to losing your Dad. Mr. Phillips was one of my first coaches and I will always be thankful for his guidance and encouragement at a young age while I was at Warnica Public School running around the track. As a little girl I was frequently trying to keep up with the boys and to be as strong and sometimes maybe a little bit better too. He helped me to harness this will and I have carried it all my life. Today I am even more grateful for his example as I think back to those early days and what has stuck with me to ensure I pass it along to my own children. Wishing all of you happier moments in the future.

  • Helen (Dysart) King
    Posted on: Friday, October 16, 2020 Reply

    I am so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. We went to school in Barrie , but spent weekends driving back and forth to Barrie from Burlington with our sisters Dianes in 1960. Have often thought of him with fond memories.

  • Joe Schill
    Posted on: Saturday, October 17, 2020 Reply

    I am so sorry for your loss. Each time I look out my back window, I still wish it was your family that I was looking at. The Phillips family where the best neighbors I’ve had in the last 40 years. Miss you always. Please accept my condolences for he was a great friend.

  • Harry Baker
    Posted on: Monday, October 19, 2020 Reply

    Heather my sincere condolences on the loss of your husband Jack.

    • Heather Phillips
      Posted on: Thursday, January 21, 2021 Reply

      Thankyou Harry, I hope you and your family are keeping well, and staying safe from this terrible virus.

  • Cameron Shields
    Posted on: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 Reply

    Tristan and family. I know it’s been many years since I have seen you but I just heard that your dad Jack had passed. I just wanted to pass on my condolences. Thoughts are with you and your family.

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