We Remember
WILDE, Phillips Franklin
November 3, 1939 — September 16, 2021
Surrounded by his family, Phil Wilde peacefully went to be with the Lord on September 16, 2021.
Phil was born to Arthur and Margaret Wilde on November 3, 1939, in Indian Head, Saskatchewan. He was raised in Qu’Appelle and Fort Qu’Appelle, and in the early 1960s became a travelling salesman throughout northern Alberta for Westeel and Massey Ferguson. In 1966, he and his father took over the Massey dealership in Barrhead, AB and opened Barrco Equipment. In 1970, Phil moved his family to Southern Alberta taking over ownership of the Massey dealership in Lethbridge. In 1979, Phil got out of the farm machinery business and moved his family to Kelowna, BC where he enjoyed golfing, hunting and fishing, and he also coached minor baseball for a number of years.
In 1995, Phil met the love of his life, Jeannie, and they shared many wonderful years together until his passing. The two spent time together golfing and vacationing in Nevada and Arizona. One of Phil’s happiest times was when he and Jeannie entertained their families and many friends. Phil would have everyone singing and dancing as he rolled out the tunes on his piano.
Phil will be remembered as a thoughtful, kind man who is survived by his wife Jeannie Agostino; son Lou (Candice) Wilde of Kelowna, BC; daughter Tara (Bill) Bishop of Medicine Hat, AB; son Jason (Rosie) Agostino of Kelowna, BC; grandchildren Amelia, Anthony, Brock, Wyatt and Angelina; and brother Peter (Evelyn) Wilde of Medicine Hat, AB.
Jeannie and family would especially like to thank Dr. Paul Hart and the staff of the Kelowna Hospice House for their comforting care.
In lieu of a service, a small family gathering will take place to honour Phil.
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Jeannie I am so sorry to read of Phil’s passing.
He and my late husband David Dombowsky often golfed at the Harvest. He was a popular guy, and will be missed.
I remember Phil as a supportive, athletic and positive person who always made time to lend a hand and give valuable advice. Phil and Fran, my sister, were a figure skating duet who performed fearlessly in front of appreciative crowds; I have fond memories of their skill and abilities on the ice. I also have wonderful memories of Phil as my commanding officer in the RCAC, Ft Qu Appelle squadron. I learned lots from Phil and will miss him. Rest in peace my friend. Condolences to Jeannie , Peter and family. Jerry Kraus ( Hon Mr Justice Kraus QC, retd)
Jeannie – I just learned yesterday of Phil’s passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. I hope you are doing okay, stay strong and cherish the many good memories you have made together.
I have many fond memories of Phil and his family. Trent and I send our deepest condolences to Jeannie, Lou, Tara and their families. May he Rest In Peace and the many wonderful memories of him live on.
I just learned of Phil’s passing. Phil was a most civil, kind, and generous person.
He accepted me for who I am, not whom he wanted me to be.
He made our world s better place to live in.