It is with great sadness that the family of Philippe Hess announces his passing, peacefully, with family, on April 23rd, 2019, at the West Island Palliative Care Residence. Philippe was the beloved father of Natalie, husband to Rosemarie for 50 years, brother to Sylvie (Heinz), and proud grandfather to Sophia and Thomas. Born September 30th, 1940 in Geneva, to Marthe Gaspard and Hans-Willie Hess, Philippe was always adventurous and determined. After an apprenticeship and service in the Swiss Military as a gunsmith, he and Rosemarie immigrated to Canada on August 1st, 1967 in search of their next adventure. The plan was to stay for 1 year, but instead they decided to call Canada home forever. After several years in Montreal, Philippe and a colleague bought out their former employer and went into business for themselves in 1974, founding Nortesco Inc. In 1979, around the time his only child was born, he bought out his partner to continue his vision for Nortesco on his own. He ended up becoming a trailblazer and pioneer in the luxury plumbing industry, gaining the utmost respect and admiration from his employees, customers, suppliers and even competitors. He believed in a handshake, and keeping your word while always keeping your head high. There is no doubt that his career and company were his pride and joy, but Philippe was an avid traveller, reader, and wine connoisseur as well. When he spoke, people were drawn to him, and he could keep you captivated for hours telling stories about his worldwide adventures, or giving advice on work, which wine to try, or a part of the world you had to visit. Although the void he leaves behind is immense and irreplaceable, we will forever cherish the time he spent enriching our lives with his love, generosity and wisdom. The family will hold a service followed by a reception, at Collins Clarke MacGillivray White funeral home at 222 Autoroute 20, Pointe-Claire, QC on May 3rd at 3pm. In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting donations to the West Island Palliative Care Residence.
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