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Philip Dettmer Obituary
Philip M. Beloved husband of the late Toni Dettmer for 35 years. Loving father of Zach Dettmer and Anna (Dennis) Kolkmeyer. Devoted grandfather of Kaleb, Makaela, Madison, Aren, and Samantha. Passed away Thursday, November 30, 2017 at the age of 72. Philip was a member of the United States Air Force serving in Vietnam. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 4, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. until time of service 1:00 p.m. at the Spring Grove Funeral Homes, 4389 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223, 513-853-1035. Interment Spring Grove Cemetery. www.springgrove.org.
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for Philip Dettmer
George E Schwab Jr
November 26, 2023
Phil You were one of my best friends growing up and Sayler Park . I was in your wedding. I'm so glad that we got together before Tony passed away. Now you too are together again. Hope to see you again in heaven.
Pat & George Schwab.
Tony Freund
December 19, 2017
Served with Phil at Udorn RTAFB '67/68. In the last few years he would always be concerned with my wife and my own health issues. His focus was not on himself. He was just a great guy. Condolences to all his loved ones. t
Gerald Cornelius
December 12, 2017
I have just learned of Phil's passing today. We worked together for over 20 years and I can think of no finer person in every way. He was a good soul with a kind heart. He would always try to help and do what he could for others. I respected him and looked up to him. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Gerald and Pamela Cornelius
Martinsville, VA.
12/12/2017
Greg Gruenwald
December 4, 2017
December 4, 2017 - Monday
Dear Dettmer Family:
I am expressing this on behalf of the entire office of The Cincinnati Post Retail Advertising Department from the late 70's (1977-1979) when I worked with Phil. This includes those of us on earth and those who are slapping Phil on the back in heaven.
Dear Lord...
Thank you for Phil Dettmer!
He was our "sparkplug!" He kept us lose...made the office fun...added a few "choice" words from time-to-time during those difficult years at the paper...and added to the workday enormously.
I can still hear his voice in my head and see the reactions of silent agreement (in many cases) or hear the outburst of spontaneous laughter by the entire open-aired office at one of his jokes or cryptic comments.
Sincerely,
His co-workers
The Cincinnati Post
To the family:
Phil Dettmer was a gem. He is on my bucket list of people to look up in heaven once there ... and to meet many of you.
A key memory, also, is Phil's dedication to his family and your needs. I remember vividly his job on Saturday and during the holidays at the lighting store in the downtown area.
Please accept the sympathy - and also the joy - of our department.
Greg Gruenwald
formerly: Cincinnati, now 32 years...
Schaumburg, IL
The Cincinnati Post
Retail Advertising Department
1977-1979
Jill H
December 3, 2017
So sorry to hear about Phil. A good father, grandfather and friend will be missed.
Sue Watson
December 3, 2017
I am so sorry about your loss Anna! You sure loved your dad well and he must have been an extraordinary man to have raised such a caring and wonderful daughter. I am praying for you and your family.
George Schwab
December 3, 2017
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father I was in your mom and dad's wedding we were best friends growing up I met you at your mother's funeral our sincere condolences George and Pat Schwab. So sorry we can't make the service
December 3, 2017
He was a dear friend of mine especially when I was in high school ...and always . He was overseas and we wrote to each other all the time. A very favorite person to me. You had wonderful parents.
Love,
Cousin Jan
S. B.
December 2, 2017
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear one. May the " God of all comfort " be with you and fill your hearts with wonderful memories of Philip to cherish.
December 2, 2017
My sincerest condolences to the family for your loss. I pray that you have the peace of God that surpasses all understanding (Phillipians 4:6,7).
December 2, 2017
May you find comfort and peace in your memories of your loved one. My the God of peace comfort you. Isaiah 61:1,2
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