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Philip Argetsinger Obituary
PELION - Philip Paul Argetsinger, 73, of Pelion, died Saturday, September 13, 2008.
Born in Van Etten, NY, he was the son of the late Philip and Pauline Neimi Argetsinger. Mr. Argetsinger was a proud United States Navy veteran. Prior to moving to South Carolina in 1973, he worked with Tompkins County Sheriff's Department in Ithaca, NY. Sergeant Argetsinger retired from Richland County Sheriff's Department. Following his retirement he enjoyed travelling, woodworking, knitting and crocheting.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and is survived by his wife of 43 years, Joan Lanning Argetsinger of Pelion; daughter, Pauline Rudy and husband, John and their family of Binghamton, NY; stepson and daughters-in-law, Mark M. and Beth Stoughton and Nancy Stoughton, widow of stepson, Kenneth Stoughton; granddaughters, Kimmie Burris and her husband, Dirk and family; Tina Turnage and her husband, Calvin and family; sister, Helen Matejka of Erin, NY; brother, Danny Argetsinger of Bradford, NY; brother-in-law, John Smith of Locke, NY; aunt, Hilda Argetsinger of Ithaca, NY; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his stepson, he is preceded in death by his sister, Evelyn Smith.
The family expresses heartfelt gratitude to the Heartland Hospice House staff and Advantage Hospice in-home for their loving care of him during his last few weeks.
A memorial services will be scheduled at a later date for family only. Per their request, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice House, 141 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29210. Thompson Funeral Home of West Columbia will be assisting the family.
www.thompsonsfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Philip Argetsinger
brenda and rex berthod brewer
October 1, 2008
Joan, Nancy, Mark and family,
We know that Phil is not sufferering any more and is in heaven. We will see him again. I have happy memories of Phil and Joan visiting us in upstate New York. I remember his kindness and compassion. May God give you His comfort and peace. You are in our prayers.
Love, Brenda and Rex Brewer
Darlene Berthod
September 26, 2008
I was very sorry to learn of Phil's loss. I have wonderful memories of him and my Aunt Joan visiting us in upstate New York when I was growing up. He will be missed. My thoughts and love are with you all.
Darlene
Virginia Berthod
September 25, 2008
Joan, Mark & Beth, Nancy & Family,
Phil was a wonderful friend to all
who knew him. He will be missed by all. I truly value the time I spent with him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all and look forward to
the time we will all be together in Heaven.
Love and God Bless, Virginia
RUTH WILLIAMS
September 23, 2008
MRS. ARGETSINGER
SO VERY SORRY TO JUST LEARN THAT MR. ARGETSINGER HAS PASSED. I ALWAYS ENJOYED SEEING YOU BOTH WHEN YOU CAME INTO THE OFFICE.
MY LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
RUTH
Shawn Lovelace
September 21, 2008
Joan, Mark, Beth, Nancy and Daughters
Sorry to read in Ithaca of Phil's passing. Peace to my Sister Joan. Mark and Beth, your Angel wings are flying and we wish strength and prayer to all. Phil was a great man and Ray and I shall miss him. We're thankful for our time last year together. We love you.
Judi Richards
September 21, 2008
Aunt Joan and family so sorry to hear of your recent loss. I know Phil will be greatly missed he was a great man. I'm glad he was a part of my life. With regrets Judi.
September 20, 2008
September 19, 2008
Ray Berthod
September 18, 2008
Kathy and I are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Margaret Hollis
September 18, 2008
Dear Joan and all your family,
My prayers are with you all. I had heard that your son was caring for you and Phil after Phil got sick. Just one of God's many blessings. I lost touch when Phil could no longer continue with your e-mail messages.
I will keep you all in my prayers in the days ahead.
Please take care.
A Hardee's bingo playing friend
September 17, 2008
Donna Donahue Lesh
September 17, 2008
To Phil's family, I am so sorry to hear of my 1953 classmates' passing. I'll keep you all in my prayers, I am so glad that I got to see Phil, at the Alumni reunion Luv Donna Donahue Lesh class of 1953, VAn Etten, NY
Laura, Paul & Jessica Meetze
September 16, 2008
Kimmie,
Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Earl Hundley
September 16, 2008
Mark & Beth,
I am saddened by your loss. The Lord will keep you and strengthen you.
Randy Hausner
September 15, 2008
Phil led my Basic Police Class back in the early 1970's under the auspicies of the newly formed Central New York Law Enforcement Academy. He was a leader and outstanding Law Enforcement professional who worked tirelessly behind the scenes with little recognition. I'll always remember him and be thankful for the knowledge he imparted to me and my class.
Cindy Harry
September 15, 2008
Mark and Beth,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your step-dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Mark's mom.
Love,
Cindy
Melinda and Tony Ottaviano
September 15, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
Brenda and Bob Farris
September 15, 2008
We are sorry for your loss at this time. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
David Bell
September 15, 2008
My heart is saddened to learn of Phil's passing. I know where he is now, he is in heaven patroling the streets greeting everyone with his big smile. It was my pleasure to have worked with him and know him all these years. May he rest in peace!
Sonya T. Franciamone, Niece
September 15, 2008
Aunt Joan, Mark & Beth, Nancy and all of Uncle Phil's family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. I will always remember Uncle Phil's sense of humor and his soft spoken voice. I will miss him.
Lonnie Ellisor
September 15, 2008
Mark and Beth, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I'm sure Mr Argetsinger was a wonderful person as you and Beth are. My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. May God Bless
jim and Mary Collins
September 15, 2008
We look forward to walking with Phil in the Kingdom.
Elaine Fulton
September 15, 2008
Mark and Beth, Sorry about Phil, please let us know when the memorial service is so if possilbe I would like to attend. Love to you both and Knowing how much you will miss Phil my prayers are with you both, hope Joan is better.
Love Elaine
Marion Kobre
September 15, 2008
Joan,I'm sorry to see your loss in the paper.Your in my thoughs and prayers.May the Lord watch over you.Sincerely
Miles Gardner
September 15, 2008
Joan, I was saddened to read Phil's obituary this morning. He was a great guy, and you two really complemented each other. I had lost touch with you when your address changed but still remember the fun days at Howard Johnson's. Let me know how you're doing. [email protected]
David Goff
September 15, 2008
I worked with Sgt. Argetsinger for several years at the Richland County Sheriff's Department. He was my first Sergeant when I started there 23 years ago. My heart felt condolences go to his family.
Joleen Krogman
September 15, 2008
Our Condolences to all of Phil's family. He was a good man . I will always remember his humor and patience.
Jayme Jones
September 15, 2008
We love Phil and Joan so much and he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers and candles are for him and his family
Jayme and Jan Jones
Geof Johnson
September 15, 2008
Sorry for your loss.
The Staff of Thompson Funeral Home
September 15, 2008
Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.
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