Posts to the tribute of Philip Barton Downey

Diane Tucker donated to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation / La Fondation De L'hopital D'ottawa
Monday, July 7, 2025
William Cox donated to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation / La Fondation De L'hopital D'ottawa
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Ken & Audrey Reid donated to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation / La Fondation De L'hopital D'ottawa
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Betty Rivington-Law posted a condolence
Saturday, July 5, 2025
I’m sending my sincere condolences to your family. I was a classmate of Philip at Carp Public School. He always surpassed me in public speaking and debating. He was also a prankster and he and Bruce found our car in the underground parking lot of the Sheraton at our wedding. They removed the caps on our bicycle tires and we had no air in them when we made it to Cape Cod. We will miss his smile.
Lori Brown posted a condolence
Friday, July 4, 2025
So sorry for your heartbreaking loss Gail and family. Thinking of you in this difficult time. Sincerely, Lori Brown
Eldridge Oldford posted a condolence
Friday, July 4, 2025
With aching hearts Monique and I learned of our good friend's passing. Our sincere and deepest sympathies we send to Gail and the close knit Downey family he so loved. Phil was the essence of a true gentleman and a connoisseur of the joys of life. A "hail fellow well met" type of man, he was a mentor, always only a phone call away. And he gave you his undivided attention and help. There was no limit to his energy, his kindness or dedication to helping his colleagues, staff or his community. A life so well lived you have now have a bigger audience who will listen with rapt attention to your jokes and your amazing auctioneering talents as you auction off the best clouds to new arrivals. Thank you from all of us who are proud to have known you and able to say "Phil was a friend of mine".
The Wright Team donated to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation / La Fondation De L'hopital D'ottawa
Friday, July 4, 2025
We're so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. We’re thinking of you and your family, and sending strength as you move through this time. James, Jessica and Sarah Wright
Lee Cox posted a condolence
Friday, July 4, 2025
Sincere condolences to the Downey clan... was fortunate enough to have had Phil as a neighbour & friend for many, many years. Indeed a great fellow! Lee & Sue Cox
Anonymous purchased flowers
Thursday, July 3, 2025
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In loving memory of a wonderful brother-in-law and uncle. You will always be in our hearts. Love, Barb,Adam,Thomas, Cindy& kids, Krystyna, Matt& kids
Jim Durrell posted a condolence
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Phil was a special part of the fabric that helped make Ottawa a better place to live . His success as a businessman was known and respected by many . More importantly , Phil was a wonderful philanthropist who was always giving back and helping others . He was truly one of Ottawa’s ‘secret’ treasures and he will be missed by many . God Bless Gail and family on your loss of a best friend ,father and grandfather. Jim and ‘Sam’ Durrell
Kim & Blair Connors & Shaw donated to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation / La Fondation De L'hopital D'ottawa
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Joan Culliton posted a condolence
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Phil personified the definition of true friend. He gave without measure . Provided a safe space to land. Found the silver lining . Dreamed a better tomorrow . His love of Gail and family was endless. Rest in Peace Philip Barton. Joan Elizabeth
Anonymous purchased flowers
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
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Always remembered for his big smile, and even bigger hugs.
The family of Philip Barton Downey uploaded a photo
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
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