Thief River Falls – Philip Haider, 82, Thief River Falls, passed away peacefully at his home on April 13, 2022.Philip Joseph Haider was born March 14, 1940 at Mercy Hospital in Thief River Falls, the son of Frank Joseph and Mary (Brandel) Haider. He was baptized and confirmed into the Catholic faith. He attended school in Thief River Falls, graduating from Lincoln High School with the class of 1958.
Following high school, Phil began working at Bridgeman’s in Thief River Falls. Through his career from 1958 until his retirement at the end of 2002, Phil worked as a truck driver delivering products throughout northwestern Minnesota. He was a very proud, loyal, hardworking, dedicated career-oriented man. He not only enjoyed his job but built a strong relationship with his customers.
Philip was united in marriage to Janet Brevik on April 22, 1961 and they made their home in Thief River Falls. Together they enjoyed a wonderful trip to Hawaii.
Phil entered into service with the United States Army on August 20, 1963 in Fargo, ND. He was stationed at Ft. Leavenworth, KS and served as a Military Policeman. Phil was decorated with Expert (Rifle) Marksman (Pistol) Sharpshooter (M-14) and was Honorably Discharged August 19, 1965.
He was a member of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Thief River Falls; life-time member of the American Legion Post 117, was active with the 40 & 8 · La Société des Quarante Hommes et Huit Chevaux, life-time member of the VFW Post 2793, 52-year member of Elks Club, and Fraternal Order of Eagles since 1963.
Phil and Jan had a wonderful, strong relationship with their good friends and neighbors, the Beedy family. They went fishing, dined out, shared holidays, and did things together that normal families do throughout their lifetime.
He enjoyed spending time with his friends, playing at the casino and always loved a good meal out with good friends. Phil was a quiet, humble, giving man who lived a simple life.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Janet on November 27, 1998; parents; sister, Margaret; and brother, Dennis.
Survivors include three sisters, Fran, Rose and Cathy; and many other relatives and friends.
The service to celebrate Philip’s life will be 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, with Father Rick Lambert presiding.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Military honors will be provided by Ecklund-Holmstrom American Legion Post 117, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2793, and Minnesota Army National Guard Honor Guard.
Burial will follow at St. Bernard’s Cemetery in Thief River Falls.
Condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com.
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