Phil Goyette

1933-2026

Passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, in Montreal.

Predeceased by his wife Ginette (Huot) in 2013 and his son Stephen (Maureen) in 2011.

Phil will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by his daughters Suzanne (Bill) and Lianne (Frank); grandchildren Alexandra (Scott), Charlotte (Francis), Bianca (Logan), Nicholas, Genevieve, Stephen Jr. (Desiree) and Patrick; and great-grandchildren Jasper, Bryce, Stephen Jr., Raymond and Thomas.

Phil played his first 7 of 16 seasons in the NHL with Montreal where he helped win four consecutive Stanley Cup championships from 1957-1960. He also played for the New York Rangers, Buffalo Sabres, and St. Louis Blues, where he won the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy in 1970. Phil also became the first coach of the New York Islanders in 1972.

After his playing career, he was an active volunteer in his hometown of Lachine. A passionate golfer, he always enjoyed playing golf with his brother Raymond and his many friends, who continued to visit with him after his golfing days had ended. Phil’s family would like to thank all the caring staff at the Sunrise Residence in DDO, the Valleyfield Suroît Hospital and the Montreal General Hospital. You all contributed to making this last period of his life as comfortable as possible and supporting his family members.

Visitations will be held at the Lakeshore Cardinal Funeral Home at 560 Chemin du Bord-du-Lac-Lakeshore in Dorval, Quebec on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service in Lakeshore Cardinal’s chapel.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Concussion Legacy Foundation.