John passed quietly on Dec. 22, 2022. He is survived by his wife Anne (née McMillan), son Rod (Angela) Phillips, daughter Melanie (Byron) Postle, brothers Bill & David & grandchildren Samantha, Nicholas, Nathan, Grace & Chloe.
John was a career civil servant with the Province of BC and loved spending his later years between Victoria & Palm Springs. He could often be found on the golf course, gardening in the backyard and always with a gentle grin. 
A Memorial Service will be held in the Sequoia Centre, at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC, on Thursday, January 5, 2022 at 2:00pm.
Tributes, if desired, may be made in John’s name to the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation (www.sphf.ca)
Condolences to the family may be offered below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Peter and Deborah Struk
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Margo Lang and Glen Seredynski A beautiful tribute to a kind, inspiring, and amazing husband, Dad, Poppa and friend. He will be missed. Much love to Mrs. P, Rod and Mel, and our deepest condolences to the whole Phillips/Postle family – wishing you all peace, comfort, and courage during this time of sorrow.
The Lang Gang
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Ursula and Rex Recksiedler Our sincere condolences to Anne, Rod and Melanie and their families.
Remembering John’s subtle sense of humour, fun times at the rink and our backyard barbeques in Cranbrook some 45 years ago.
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Kathleen Gratz Anne,
My sympathy to you and family. John was such a wonderful person – always enjoyed his company here in Palm Springs. May he rest in peace.Kathleen Gratz
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Deirdre Kenney (Dee Dee Owen-Flood) Rod and Mel, I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family. XO
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Ruth Sawlor Anne,
Sorry to hear of John’s passing.
My sincere condolences to you and your family.Ruth Sawlor
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Dana and Christopher Marchant Thinking of you at this time. Sending heartfelt condolences to all of you.
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Tina Pierik Dear Mel & Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of a beloved dad, husband .& grandfather. Praying that your memories will give you strength & comfort as you grieve.
Dear Anne, Mel and family,
Many condolences. John’s smile and wonderful personality will be missed.
We shared many wonderful times together with all of the family in Palm Springs.
Until we meet again John.
God’s blessings upon the family.