EAST BALDWIN, Oscar “Phil” “Gram” Philip Audet 80, passed away at home on April 18, 2025, resulting from high mileage.
He was born in Portland Maine on July 1, 1944, to Louis and Cecile (Raymond) Audet.
Phil started working long before graduating from high school in 1963. His first job was at Hilltop Supermarket, followed by Breggy’s Market and Oil Company. After a very short stint at SD Warren he was presented with an opportunity to go into business for himself. He jumped at the chance and opened Phil’s Pizza on Main St. in Westbrook in 1966. When you went into his shop not only could you get great food, Phil would always put on a good show. He moved from Main St. to the old Carrs Shoe Shop on Bridge St. after a fire caused significant smoke damage to his business (currently Frog and Turtle). In that location he expanded his menu to include much more than pizza and sandwiches. Phil prided himself on contributing to the community. Even ran for Mayor at one point. Not being afraid of a new challenge, he rehabilited and re-opened Rivermeadow Golf Course after it had been closed for several years. Throughout the years Phil bought and sold many properties as well as cars. He saw a dollar sign on everything. He moved to a store in Sebago then onto Acres of Wildlife where he became a fixture. Phil could light up any space with his smile.
Anyone who knew Phil will have to admit he’s hard to forget, an original to the core. Many people are forever grateful for him and have been blessed by his generosity.
He’s survived by his sister Rose Weglinski, of Ellsworth, brother Louis, of Skowhegan. His children with pervious wife, Peggy Farrington, Karen Audet of Buxton, Philip Audet and partner Marie Dismore, Julie Sabasteanski and partner Dana Mains Jr., Jeffrey Audet and wife Cathryn. Phil is also survived by many grandchildren, and great grandchildren. So many nieces and nephews and those whom he captured hearts along the way.
Late in his life he was blessed to help take care of Emma whom he had slowed down enough to enjoy the magic of youth.
At Phil’s request there will be no services, but please remember him with a smile as he always had one to pass along.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the trust fund being set up for Emma to Edward Jones with Emma’s name in memo to 15 Carll Rd. Buxton, ME 04093.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Poitras Funeral Homes, www.mainefuneral.com