Philip Hauk

HAUK, Philip (Phil)
1918 - 2011
Philip Wm. Hauk died peacefully at Father Lacombe Care Centre on August 9, 2011. Phil was born to Ludwig and Rosalia Hauk on January 1, 1918. Phil is survived by his loving and treasured wife of seventy-one years, Helen (Engel). Those who lovingly remember Phil include his brother, Tony Hauk; children: Jerome Hauk, Marguerite Denis, Marilyn McCulloch and Michaelle Fikowski; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving Phil are Steve Fikowski, Jamie Beckstead, Brian Denis, Marie Hauk and numerous nieces and nephews. Phil was predeceased by an infant first born son, Philip Jerome; daughter Mora Louise Hauk- Beckstead (survived by Jamie) and son-in- law Peter McCulloch. Phil grew up on the family farm near Prelate, SK, later attending Notre Dame College, Wilcox, SK, and St. Charles College, North Battleford, SK. Phil's teaching years were spent at Saskatchewan country schools and later Abbey and Fox Valley where he retired as school Principal in 1975. Phil often spoke of and fondly remembered his many students through the decades of being an educator, especially In Fox Valley. Phil was a dedicated and tireless community builder. He was instrumental in establishing funding for the Senior Drop-in Centre and Meals on Wheels in Fox Valley. Phil was also very involved in Parks and Recreation, the Knights of Columbus and St. Mary's Parish in Fox Valley. After living in Fox Valley for thirty-two years, Phil and Helen moved to Regina in 1983. Phil always enjoyed and was talented with gardening, woodworking and athletics, especially baseball and bowling. Phil was a member of the Volksliederchor Harmonie (German Choir) and enjoyed participating in the numerous activities. In 2002 Helen and Phil relocated to Calgary, AB. While living in Calgary, Phil continued to be active in bowling (Bowlarama, Chinook Seniors League), card playing, the Knights of Columbus and St. Patrick's Parish. With Phil's declining health, he moved to Father Lacombe Care Centre in March of 2008. While there, Phil still enjoyed playing Bingo, singing, attending Mass, making new friends and following his beloved Rough Riders and Blue Jays (still critiquing their plays). Special thanks to all the compassionate caregivers at FLCC, the Sisters of Providence, We Care staff and all who visited Phil. The family appreciates the kind assistance of Father Andrew Maruszczak SDS. Special acknowledgement to son-in-law, Steve Fikowski, for his quiet dedication. In lieu of flowers, donations in Phil's name would be appreciated to the Sisters of Providence (316 - 146 Avenue S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2X 2A3). Prayer Service will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church (1414 Shawnessy Boulevard S.W., Calgary, AB) on Sunday, August 14, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church on Monday, August 15, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. To email expressions of sympathy: mountainview@arbormemorial.com Subject heading: Phil Hauk. Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME and CEMETERY, 1605 - 100 Street S.E. (17 Avenue S.E. at Garden Road), Calgary, AB, T1X 0L4. Telephone: 403-272-5555. www.mountainviewmemorial.ca