Philip Tanguay

Philip Tanguay, 73, of Bridge Street, Westbrook, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2013 at Maine Medical Center. He was born in Westbrook, the son of Albert and Anna (Richards) Tanguay. He attended Westbrook Schools, and SMVTI. Phil served in U.S Army during the Vietnam Era. He worked for WF Blake, Dixon Bros., Dodge Oil, and Maine Turnpike Authority for many years before retiring. Phil married Ida (Brown) in 1963, and just celebrated their 50th on Dec. 21. He enjoyed his family and all our gatherings, as well as tending to farm animals, gardening, fishing, boating, ice fishing and attending fairs. He also enjoyed his visits to the casinos. He loved his family and friends dearly and would give generously of himself to anyone in need. Phil was a hard working man and a great provider for his family. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was predeceased by his brothers Joseph, Leo, Maurice, and Richard Tanguay, and sisters Theresa Mondor, Annette Ledoux, and Irene Trepanier. He is survived by his wife Ida Tanguay of Westbrook, daughter Debra Tanguay Larson of Buxton, son James Tanguay of Raymond, daughter Cynthia and husband Jonathan Smith of Gorham. son Jeffrey Tanguay of Gorham. a brother Henry and wife Rita Tanguay of Gray, sisters Yvette and husband Raymond Girourd of Westbrook, Rita Tardiff of Gorham, Constance Baillargeon of Westbrook, and Margeret Palmer of Gorham. His 12 grandchildren, Cassie, Jessica,and Samantha Larson. Joshua Tanguay, Brittney Moore, Courtney, Julie, Jacob, Joseph, and Colby Smith. Jordyn and Keltan Tanguay. As well as his only godson John Tanguay and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hour will be from 4 to 7 on Sunday at Blais & Hay Funeral Home, 35 Church Street. Westbrook. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Westbrook at 10 am. On line condolences may be expressed at blaisandhayfuneralhome.com He will be greatly missed by family and friends. The family would like to thank all the people who cared for Phil. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his name to American Diabeties Assoc.

Philip Tanguay

September 21, 1940 - December 31, 2013

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