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Phil Vuola Obituary
Phil P. Vuola, a Ventura County firefighter and paramedic, passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2006, in Henderson, Nev. He was 38. He passed suddenly in his sleep.
He is survived by his wife and two children.
A service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 13, at Grace Baptist Church, 22833 Copper Hill Drive, Saugus, CA 91350. A reception at the church will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ventura County Fire Department Benefit Fund, c/o Vuola Family Fund, P.O. Box 385, Camarillo, CA 93012.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Phil Vuola
Fernando
April 6, 2022
You will be missed forever. God Bless your family.
Love Fernando
Fernando Minjares
April 5, 2019
Phil thank you for all the memories when we worked together and thank you for being there for me and my family when needed something fixed in the house. Give my son Mark a big hug for me in heaven. Love Fernando
I have your picture of you in my locker at next to my son.
Frank Perez
April 29, 2006
I was in shock, when a friend of mine called me and told me of the news. I knew Phil back in the days of Pruner, Careline, Medtrans, and Amr. Phil and I had many laughs together. I would always hang out with him during my delivery rounds. He had a great personality, and was always fun to be around him. My thoughts and prayers go to his family.
Matt Shapiro
April 22, 2006
Like many of you, I had the honor(and good times) working with Phil back in the Pruner days. I also remember him as a class clown who made everyone laugh in high school. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his children and family.
Peggy Delaplane
April 18, 2006
I had the privelege of working with Phil back in the Pruner days.
He was always smiling and could always make you laugh. I was saddened to hear the news and his family is in my heart and prayers during this difficult time.I pray that God give them peace and comfort and hold them in His loving arms.
Mary Hollan
April 18, 2006
My thoughts are with Phil's wife and children during this tragic time. Such a loss, the reason known only to God. May the Vuola family have peace in their hearts knowing that Phil will watch over them.
Fernando Minjares
April 17, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Irma Perez
April 17, 2006
I met Phil in High School, he was a wonderful man with a big heart and great sense of humor. He was my bestfriend back then and I feel honored to have shared 6 years of my life with him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Larry West
April 15, 2006
I just heard the news. I met Phil back in the Pruner days and after all these years I remember his sense of humor and laughter. Phil was a great person and friend. Our thoughts are with his family.
Shelley Swanson
April 14, 2006
I am dumbfounded and saddened to hear of Phil's passing. I worked with Phil in Santa Paula (and many other stations) back when it was refered to as the "chicken coop". I thouroughly enjoyed every shift I worked with Phil as we were always laughing, having a great time, or just having an intense and intelligent conversation. Your life was extremely short here with us, but your memory will live forever on in our hearts. God Bless your wife and children as they will be in my prayers during this very difficult time. You will never be forgotten.
Dave Franzblau
April 14, 2006
A friend called me the other night and told me the sad news about Phil. I remember him from back in the Pruner days as a good dude. All my best to his family.
Bob and Susan Scott
April 13, 2006
We have had the privilege of knowing Phil for many years. Bob as a long time colleague and partner going back to the Pruner years and Susan as a PCC and ED Nurse. His compassion and care for others will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
James N. Smith
April 13, 2006
I met Phil while I was working for Oxnard College and realized at that time he would be a great addition to the Ventura Co. Fire Department team.
Jim Smith
VCFD Ass't. Chief (Retired)
Tim and Katina Walia
April 13, 2006
We have had the privilage of knowing Phil for over 15 years. He was an amazing person. He will truely be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Michael Elliott
April 12, 2006
Phil had a huge heart and was a true brother. He will be so missed by all those he touched with his genuine young at heart spirit. My heart now goes out to his wife and kids and parents. Phil we all here love and miss you.
Bryan Bowen
April 12, 2006
Phil will truley be missed and live forever in our hearts.
I had the privilege of having Phil as a partner, and far greater - that of being a friend.
I am a better man for knowing him, and my son will be also simply for the examples and memories I am able to share with him.
His family and loved ones shall remain in our hearts and prayers.
God Bless,
Bryan T. Bowen
(Uncle) Myron
April 12, 2006
Phil will always hold a special place in my heart as a lovely man, friend, husband to a beautiful wife and father to his wonderful children. Phil is family and as he did extensive work on our home I am reminded of Phil everyday and everywhere I look in our home. I will always smile when I think of you and I will truly miss you.
Kathee Wilson
April 12, 2006
I had the honor of working with Phil at Pruner, Careline, AMR, etc. As Dispatch Supervisor (Control 4), I welcomed Phil's professionalism and especially his sense of humor. He was always a favorite among the dispatchers and his fellow field employees. To say that I am devastated to hear of his death is an understatement. He will be missed.
Sylvia Capps
April 12, 2006
Will miss him so for many reasons. especially his cheery voice when he said "hello luv." All of the family are there for his dear wife and children. A privilege just to know you, even though it was such a short time.
Jim Eads
April 11, 2006
The loss of this sweet man is tragic to his family, his fire department, the EMS system and our communities. I have known Phil since he started in EMS and was his supervisor for many years. While working with Phil and responding on emergency calls he was the best. His smile and demeanor won over co-workers, friends and the patients he came in contact with. We are all shocked by the sudden loss of such a robust man and grieve together as one large EMS and Fire service community. Rest in peace friend.
William Conway
April 11, 2006
You will be missed. You were a great friend. I'm praying for your family. God bless.
Rob Rolfe
April 11, 2006
I've know and worked with Phil for many years, my heart goes out to his family, your in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Jim Hall
April 11, 2006
I have had the honor of knowing Phil since my first days at Pruner so many years ago. Most recently, our assignments in the Fillmore area provided me the opportunity to see him almost every day at work. I will miss him dearly, not only as a fellow Paramedic, but as my friend. I pray for Phils family and for all that knew, respected, and cared for him.
Jim Hall, Paramedic
American Medical Response
Fillmore Fire Department
Tom White
April 11, 2006
Our world has suffered a huge loss with Phils passing.He was a friend to me as well as a role model.
We had some great times working together at AMR as well as when he went to VCFD.Phil gave me work doing construction for him on the side and his Dad gave me a practically new couch when they were buying a new one just because I was a friend of Phils.It was my priviledge to know Phil and he will always be in my thoughts.
My family and I want to express our deepest sympathy to Phils family for their loss.The world was a much better place with Phil here and I know he will be watching over us all.I will miss you bro'.....
Lt. W. Sterling Johnson
April 11, 2006
Phil had a great influence on my becoming a Paramedic. His friendship and his eagerness to help me learn the skills and knowledge will never be forgotten. I worked with Phil at AMR (and all the previous names of the ambulance company) and watched his career progress to the Fire Department. He accepted me into the EMS community even if my primary job was that of Police Officer. He always took the time to encourage me. I will truly miss him.
Jason Holland
April 11, 2006
I enjoyed every shift I was able to work with Phil before I promoted to supervisor at AMR and as Phil's supervisor before he left for Ventura County Fire I was always sure that Phil would be able to handle any situation that came up. Phil was a great person that will truly be missed.
Chris Rosa
April 11, 2006
Phil will certainly be missed by any and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. I enjoyed the many shifts we worked together at "the beach house" and all the laughs we had. Phil was always someone who could "lighten the load" with his great sense of humor and wit. Thank you for everything, Phil. You will not ever be forgotten. God Bless
Kevin Hibbard
April 11, 2006
Phil was a role model to me. I always aspired to be a better person because of him. I will miss his friendship and love greatly. And although his life was short, his imprint on me will last forever.
Love You Brother.
Greg Jelin
April 11, 2006
I worked with Phil at Pruner Ambulance and then AMR. Everybody who knew him is shocked and saddened by his death. It was a privlege to know him as a person, and as a professional. I pray for him, his family, and friends. As someone who has dedicated his adult life to helping others, I know that in his death, he will watch over his family, and hopefully that knowledge will offer some solice to his wife and children.
Rest in Peace... you will be missed.
Greg Jelin, Paramedic
American Medical Response, Ventura County
John Harber
April 10, 2006
Phil was a great guy as well as a Proud Professional Firefighter. We were shocked and saddend as anyone could imagine. I will always remember your one-liners on calls (WHO-HAA and of coure the Dealio). I will always remember you my friend. May God Bless your Children and your wife.
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