1931-2016
It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Roy Albert Philion on December 16, 2016 at the age of 85 years. Roy was born in Edmonton on September 22, 1931. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1954 and then attended the University of Saskatchewan, graduating with a degree in law in 1958. Roy retired from law in 2010, having practiced for over 50 years. He was a long standing member of the Pioneer Gun Club, where he formed many friendships over the years. A true philanthropist, Roy established the Roy A. Philion Fund at the University of Saskatchewan in order to assist young law students being able to attend moot court. He also established a football scholarship for deserving football players at St Joseph’s High School. Roy loved to ski and enjoyed many a good games of tennis. After retiring in 2010 Roy and Kristine travelled the globe, especially enjoying major tennis tournaments in France, Australia and New York. Roy had a tremendous love of life and delighted all with his quick wit and infectious sense of humor.
Roy is survived by his loving wife Kristine and four step sons Jeff (Shannon) and grandson Ari, Scott (Naoko), Johannes and grandchildren Caleigh, Jadyn,Josiah, and their mother Michelle; Stuart (Rufina) and grandchildren Noah and Benjamin. He is also survived by his nephew Thomas Strganac of Texas , his wife Kathy and great nephew Christopher and great niece Kasey (Shane) and great great grandnieces Landyn and Ellie. He was predeceased by his first wife, Patricia Philion (Kerr).
Please join the family and friends of Roy A. Philion for a time of fellowship at the Celebration of Roy’s Life on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Pioneer Gun Club, 26225 Meadowview Drive, Sturgeon County (Big Lake). An announcement will be posted in the Edmonton Journal. Cremation has taken place.
We give thanks for the tender care given by the care givers at St. Joseph’s Auxiliary Hospital in Edmonton and Bethany Care Centre in Calgary.
Roy will be sorely missed.
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