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Philip Kushner
November 7, 1938 - May 8, 2013
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<div itemprop="description">It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Phil Kushner at the age of 74, after a courageous battle with Cancer. He is now reunited with his wife Dorte who passed away in 2004. <br /> <br />Mourning his loss are his son Trevor (Deanna) and daughter Tammy (Kevin). Granddaughters Anika and Hannah and grandsons Tristan and Shae will miss their Grandpa every day. <br /> <br />Phil was born on the family homestead in Spirit River Alberta. It was on the farm that he developed his tireless work ethic. After settling on Vancouver Island with Dorte and the twins in 1970, Phil worked for over 30 years as a truck driver for Doman Industries and then Trans-Isle Freightways. Dad was a volunteer in the purest form and loved to give his time to his friends and community. He joined the Duncan Volunteer Fire Hall in 1977 and after 20 distinguished years of service, retired as a Captain and Life Member in 1999. Phil also spent countless weekends umpiring for Duncan Junior Baseball and was a dedicated Lions Club member during his retirement. <br /> <br />A special thank you to the Nurses at the Cowichan Dialysis Unit and to Dr. Brian Bass for their compassionate care during his battle with Cancer. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Phil&rsquo;s memory to the Canadian Cancer Foundation. <br /> <br />A celebration of life will be held between 1pm and 4pm, Saturday, June 1 at the Duncan Fire Hall.</div>