Photo courtesy of Crofts-Crow Funeral Home - Blanco
Blanco, Texas
Aug 9, 1955 – Dec 23, 2020 (Age 65)
Phillip Dale Hartmann, age 65 of San Antonio and Blanco, passed away December 23, 2020. Phillip was born in San Antonio on August 9, 1955 to Francis and Gertrude Hartmann. Phil attended Churchill High School and received his Bachelor’s degree from Texas State University.
Phil had a long career and retired from USAA and, was the long standing President of Hermann Sons Lodge at Twin Sisters. He loved the outdoors - hunting, fishing and taking family and friends on tours of the ranch in his Mule. He loved life and it showed through his sunny disposition and his uplifting anecdotes. He will always be remembered as a talented man who could bring laughter and smiles to anyone, anywhere and anytime. He was well known for his playful and thoughtful poems for any occasion. As far as style goes, no one could TOP him on his wild assorted hat collection.
Phil is survived by his sons, Nicholas (Karen), Louis (Sara); Mother Gertrude; Brothers Stephen (Georgia), Guy (Linda); Sister Laurie; grandchildren Sara, Katie and Jayce; Fiancé Sherri Thrailkill; Nephews Edward (Molly), John (Shannon) and Cale; Nieces Shannon (Giorgio) Zambon and Kristin (Steve Keller); and 9 grand nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held 2:00 – 4:00 PM Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Crofts – Crow Funeral Home in Blanco.
Read MoreI just learned of your passing, makes me very sad. You were always so much fun, never knowing what we were in for. I have wonderful memories. Rest in peace friend.
Johnnie Hardin
April 17, 2021 | Friend
I did not know Phillip Dale Hartmann much to my loss. He graduated a year before me at Churchill & many years before me at SWT. We were both in the financial industry and apparently share a love of hats. One of my daily joys is jumping in my Mule and feed and talk to our livestock. On the occasion when friends come in from out of town that is the mode of transportation! I wish I had known him, our condolences......
Ralph de Leon
December 31, 2020 | Blanco, TX
My condolences to the Hartmann family. Ever the professional. Phil’s positive demeanor, humor, and friendliness to all of his co-workers at USAA added fun to underwriting P&C insurance policies. I have fond memories of working with Phil and I’m sure he will be missed. May he Rest In Peace.
Beverly Wong
December 31, 2020 | Coworker
I am so sorry for your loss, I pray for peace and comfort for you and His Family.
Bill Hendon
December 30, 2020 | Friend
Sherri I am so sorry for your loss and will be praying for you and Phil's family. I have never seen you as happy as you have been recently and I know how much you two loved each other!
Roxanne Wood
December 30, 2020 | Friend
I remember working with Phil like it was yesterday, but it was like 40 years ago. He was so kind and a giant gentleman with a smile no one would ever forget. My sympathy to the family. God Bless
Kathy Holzhaus
December 29, 2020
Sherri, So sorry to hear about Phil.
I will keep you and his family in my prayers.
Mary Stiteler
December 29, 2020 | Friend
What a wonderful cousin! Always a joy when I would see him. He was the light in the room! He will be missed by all.
My Deepest sympathy to the family. Covid keep us from saying goodbye to him.
Rest In Peace Phil.
~Joscelyn~
Joscelyn McDonald
December 29, 2020 | Family
My heart breaks for the loss of Phil so soon after he achieved such happiness. He had so many plans for the future that have all come to nought. When he checked in to the hospital Phil had no idea it was his final stay. My prayers are for Phil's mother, Gertrude, as no mother should lose her child, and Sherri, whose dreams will be unfulfilled.
God bless all of Phil's family.
Nancy Doehne Tropoli
December 29, 2020 | Family