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Philip Gresh Obituary
Philip was a veteran of the Korean War as a Submarine Radarman. Following the war he attended Carnegie Institute of Technology, majoring in Electrical Engineering. He had a long career at Bell Laboratories and related companies in the Bell System. In retirement he enjoyed travel with his wife Maija and later he enjoyed time spent with friend, Jeanne Weaver. He was involved in many volunteer activities in the Hendersonville area, including tutoring in math, ushering at the Flat Rock Playhouse, delivering meals on wheels, and serving at the county courthouse. Other interests of his included competitive bridge where he attained Life Master status, fishing, hunting and annual trips to resorts with his family and their children.
His memorial service will be held at Pretty Place which he loved dearly and where his wife Maija's memorial was also held.
Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of the arrangements.
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George E. Hill , LtCol, USAF,ret.
January 25, 2022
I am thankful to have met and shared time with Phil while he was visiting his son David and family ( Stephanie and Matthew). Phil also talked with me just prior to his death and he was feeling well so we planned for me to visit him in the Spring but, regrettably this visit was not to be. May we enjoy our days and find peace and joy in our relationships with family and friends, as Phil did in his life.
Marion Walsh
January 30, 2020
Donna and all,
We are so sorry about the loss of your beloved father. I know you were so attentive and loving and that he felt this to his last day. He leaves a wonderful legacy.
With love and sympathy,
Marion, Will and all
Beth Kephart
January 29, 2020
Mr. Gresh was a wonderful storyteller and the much-loved father of my sister-in lawa man I first met the night before my brother's wedding. He regaled me with tales at his granddaughter's college graduation. He sent me occasional emails. Whenever I thought of him, I pictured him smiling, a spark in his eyes. The photos my brother has posted here are so beautiful and moving. We are sorry for your loss.
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Eunice Matson
January 28, 2020
Phil was the paternal grandfather of my grandson Matthew Alexander Gresh who we both loved dearly.
Phil and I met before the wedding of my daughter Stephanie and his son David.
Over the years Phil and I shared the losses of both off our spouses and shared the joy of watching our grandchildren become healthy high functioning young adults.
I am thankful for the opportunity of knowing Phil. I talked right before Christmas and planned to visiting Phil in the Spring.
Phil's legacy lives on through his grandson Matthew Alexander who is a currently majoring in engineering at Baylor University. Phil's last words to me was how proud he was of Matthew being on the Dean's honor list.
circa 1960
Jeff Kephart
January 28, 2020
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