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PHILIP JAY HETZNER, formerly of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022. He was the fourth child of Helen Joan Cundiff Hetzner and Cornelius N. Hetzner II. Phil was born in Wabash, Ind. He attended St. Bernard Elementary School in Wabash before his family moved to Fort Wayne, where his father was a stockbroker. After graduating from South Side High School, Class of 1973, he received a degree in Civil Engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from Boston University. Philip Hetzner is survived by his daughter, Madison Hetzner of Skaneateles, N.Y. and her fianc‚, Mitchell Sobolevsky; and four siblings. Service is 3 p.m. Saturday Dec. 17, 2022, at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Wellesley, Mass. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests making a donation either to the Eel River Cemetery Association, in care of Mike Hetzner, at 10261 Anees Lane, Fishers (IN 46040), or St. Bernard Elementary School, 191 North Cass St., Wabash (IN 46992).

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Dec. 12, 2022.

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Barbara Hamilton Hundley

December 19, 2022

Praying and remembering Phillip from St. Bernard's school days in Wabash. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord.

Michelle Horstman

December 17, 2022

Grew up with Phil in Ft. Wayne and I was so sad to hear about this. Prayers are with friends and family.

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Kyle Roblee

December 15, 2022

Phil was smart. He could see an issue immediately and come up with 5 solutions instantly. Passionate and smart, just a great combination. He was a joy to work with, you knew you had the right person on your team, that you would be successful. Phil was not only a great business colleague; he was fun to be with. Funny, really quick witted, and always had a smile and saw the bright side of things. I will miss his warm heart and big smile. God Bless you Phil, Rest in Peace. Your friend, Kyle

Chuck Westberry

December 14, 2022

I am so sorry I just found out. I worked as a vendor with phil and really liked him very nice man. Good people

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Richard Anderson

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Richard lee Anderson

December 12, 2022

As a contractor I have worked for Phil at Keystone projects for the past 10 years. He was fair and once you proved your self and your companies worth, he always called you back for more work. I will miss his attitude and hands on style greatly.

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Steve and Rita Shor

December 10, 2022

Phil Hetzner

My wife and I met Phil on a Vermont bike tour.
We became good friends.
I admired Phil´s optimistic outlook on life and a determination to accomplish whatever he set his mind to.
He was always friendly, attentive and interesting.
We shared some special times at his Wellesley home and his New Hampshirite home.
We had some great times when he and Nanette and Madison visited us in Belgium .
Phil will be missed .
Steve and Rita Shor

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