New Bedford - Philip L. Huyler, 48, of Westport passed away accidentally while working on Saturday, February 2, 2008. He was the husband of Lori L. (Couto) Huyler.
Born in Needham, MA, son of Horace L. and Gladys E. (Nichols) Huyler of Westport, he was a lifelong resident of Westport. A graduate of Westport High School, he was the owner / operator of Phil’s Marine Insulation. Mr. Huyler was an avid youth hockey fan and spent countless hours with his son Craig. He was a member of the First Baptist (Old Stone) Church.
Including his wife and parents, he is survived by 2 sons: Craig Philip Huyler of Westport and Thomas M. Carreiro and his wife Meaghan of Fall River; 3 daughters: Andrea L. Piques and her husband John of Fall River, Ashley E. Carreiro of Fall River and Maggie M. Carreiro of Fall River; a brother: Charles E. Huyler of Westport; 3 sisters: Evelyn A. Crandall of CA, Joanne E. Collier of Wareham and Barbara A. Majndle of Westport; his adoring grandchildren: Avery, William, John and Maddux; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral to which relatives and friends are invited will be Thursday, February 7, 2008 at the Potter Funeral Home at 11:00 A.M.
Calling hours Wednesday 5 - 8 P.M.
Interment in Beech Grove Cemetery, Westport.