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1984
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2021
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Philip Anas Obituary
Worcester - Philip R. Anas Jr., 36, died peacefully with his family by his side in his home on Sunday, January 31, 2021 after a long battle with cancer.
Philip graduated from Burncoat High School in 2003 and continued his education at Westfield State College where he earned a bachelor's degree majoring in business. While he was at Burncoat High School, Phil was a standout athlete in both soccer and track, being recognized as a Telegram & Gazette All-Star in both sports. He continued to play soccer for many years, including at Westfield State College where he helped his team win the MASCAC Championship during his senior year. After college he continued to play soccer in various recreational leagues throughout the Worcester area.
Phil was honored by the New England Revolution as their "Hero of the Match" during the 2018 season. He had a love for sports and especially enjoyed watching the New England Patriots. Phil was close to so many of his lifelong friends and his two dogs, Tucker and Maisie. His personality was contagious and he will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Philip was born in Worcester and is survived by his loving parents, Philip R. Anas Sr. and Elaine (Doherty) Anas; a brother, Thoma Anas of Worcester and a sister, Lizzie McGee and her husband, Thomas of Somerville, MA and his large, close extended family including aunts, uncles, & cousins.
He worked for many years at his family business as the assistant manager of Commercial Fruit and also was the assistant coach for the boys' varsity Soccer team at Bancroft School. He was a member of the Brown Square Civic Club in Worcester and he gave the following advice and lived by the following "Always work hard because it's never over until you give up".
Funeral services are being held privately and a Celebration of Phil's Life will be held later, when all of his family and friends can gather and remember him. Memorial contributions in memory of Phil may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute to support cancer research and patient care, www.DanaFarber.org/gift
Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home, 12 Hammond Street Worcester is directing arrangements. To share a memory of Phil or to sign his online guestbook, please visit
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Memories and Condolences
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Jeanette Anas
February 7, 2021
My deepest sympathies to Phil, Elaine, Lizzie and Tommy. I´ always remember how positive has been through his years of treatment never complaining always had a smile on his face. How difficult to lose someone so young and talented. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May his memory be eternal.
JoAnn Garvey
February 7, 2021
Phil, Elaine and family.
I am so saddened to hear of you loss. May he rest in peace and my prayers to all of you during your most difficult time.
My Deepest Sympathy
Jo-Ann Cozzolino Garvey
Barney Madden
February 7, 2021
Eternal Rest grant unto him, oh Lord. May the Perpetual Light shine upon him. So sorry for your loss, Elaine and family.
MariAnn Paladino
February 6, 2021
Dear Elaine and family. I am very sorry for your loss of your dear some. I will be thinking and praying for you all during these difficult time. May he Rest In Peace and may you all find some peace in your memories.
Andrew Zawada
February 6, 2021
So sorry to hear about Phil´s passing. I have a lot of great memories playing soccer with him when we were younger. May he Rest In Peace.
Lisa Leger
February 5, 2021
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. I pray you have the strength to make it through this very difficult time. May your beautiful memories help you through your sorrow.
Cathy
February 5, 2021
My Deepest sympathy to your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you I know the pain I pray that God`s grace and love will be poured upon you all during these days ahead. I´m always here for you...
Love
Matilda
Colonial Glass & MIrror
February 5, 2021
Deepest Sympathy! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family!
Roberta Anas
February 4, 2021
Elaine, Philip, Tommy and Lizzie: I am so sorry for your loss. Philip was a beautiful young man with a remarkable attitude. He is an inspiration to all who knew him. May he Rest In Peace.
Stephen Boffoli
February 4, 2021
I did not have the privilege to have known Phil Jr. Please accept my deepest heartfelt thoughts and prayers for your loss
Stephen Boffoli
Brian and Sharon Thanas
February 4, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.May all the good Phil did for others be carried on through him.
Colleen Grinnell
February 4, 2021
Losing a child is truly painful . Its a loss that can not be repaired with words . I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son Phil . May God give you strength and Faith during this time. My Heartfelt condolences to you and your family please stay strong.
Michael Ricardi
February 4, 2021
So sorry to hear about the passing of Phil. Even in the most unfortunate of circumstances, Phil always found a way to be positive, and was always a joy to be around. Rest in peace, buddy.
George Anas
February 4, 2021
So sorry to hear about your son, sounds like a nice person, wish I had known him.
Jim and Ann (Murphy) Litwinowich
February 3, 2021
So sorry to read about your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim and Ann.
Bob & Kathy Chakarian
February 3, 2021
Phil and Elaine,
We are so very sorry for your loss and wish to offer our deepest sympathy to you, Lizzie and Tommy. Our thought and prayers are with all of you and may God bless Phil.
Bob & Kathy Chakarian
Chris & Gina Spreadbury
February 3, 2021
My deepest condolences to the Anas Family. Some of the best memories I have are on the soccer field with Phil. My father always thought of Phil as a second son and always talks about how happy he was when Phil started coaching with him. We are all going to miss him very much, but are fortunate to have lots of great memories.
Jay and Pam Foran
February 3, 2021
Elaine and Phil, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. We´ll keep you in our prayers.
Tom and Jackie Barrett
February 3, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Lynne Riley Bombard
February 3, 2021
Phil and family so sorry for the loss of your son.
Anthony Ricardi
February 3, 2021
Rest In Peace Phil. You will be truly missed.
Linda Carlson
February 3, 2021
Elaine - and your entire family - my prayers to ALL of you - so young -my heart goes out to all of you (on a side note/ I also went to Burncoat - first graduating class) as well as my kids-) great school and wow - so many outstanding talents - once again- I am so sorry
Michael O'Grady
February 3, 2021
My condolences to the family. I will miss Phil dearly.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Rest easy my friend until we meet again.
Ralph & JoAnne Vigliotti
February 3, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. May his memory be a blessing Forever in our hearts. Fly with the angels Phil. Rest In Peace
Russ Grogan
February 3, 2021
Phil, it has been a great privilege in getting to know you these past few years at the Brown Square Club, you have a great bunch of longtime friends that are going to miss you , Brian and Danny Buffone, little Pat , O.G and the rest of your tight knit crew , R.I.P Phil
Kathy Sliwinski
February 3, 2021
Elaine and family. So very sorry for the loss of your Phil. Always such a polite and happy young man. May your many memories always remind you of this. So glad my Michael was his friend.
Dave and Linda Bedard
February 3, 2021
Phil and family,
We send our condolences for your loss. Our prayers to you during these most challenging times.
John and Audra Tasi
February 2, 2021
Our deepest condolences. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael & Missy Beauregard
February 2, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Shannon Watterson
February 2, 2021
Philip was loved so dearly by his family and friends, and always had such a positive attitude and sense of humor despite his long treatment. Elaine, Phil, Lizzie, and Tommy, your unwavering love and support was amazing to watch and I hope you can find comfort in this horrible loss with each other and with the amazing memories you´ve made with Philip. I love you all!
David and Debbie Murphy and family
February 2, 2021
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. May you cherish all memories close to your heart during this time of healing.
February 2, 2021
Phil and Elaine, So sorry to hear of Philip's passing. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Thinking of you in this difficult time and sending you thoughts and prayers. Wishing you comfort and peace.
Paul and Kathy Senior and Family
David and Chris Cawley
February 2, 2021
To Phil and Elaine and your entire family and friends, we are so sorry to learn of Phil's passing. His amazing courage all these years and the encouragement you all extended to him is the definition of family. Please find comfort in the good memories.
Doreen DiPilato
February 2, 2021
Elaine and family there are no words to say to express how truly sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all of you.
Salwa Hanna
February 2, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to the whole family . Philip was a very special young man , it was a pleasure to know him as a neighbor and close friend to our son Dany , Forever in our heart Philip rest in peace you will not be forgotten
Patrick genatossio
February 2, 2021
So sorry for the family´s loss a true friend and he will be so missed
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