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Phillip VanVranken Obituary
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Dr. Phillip G. VanVranken passed away at Nashville, Tenn., on Oct. 17, 2017, after a brief illness. He was born in Hackensack, N.J., to Harvey C. and Edith VanVranken.
As a teenager he moved to Pomeroy to make his home with brother and sister-in-law, Harvey and June VanVranken, who survive. He graduated from Pomeroy High School in 1959. Upon graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He then graduated from the University of Florida and was employed by NASA and worked during the training and preparation for the first manned landing on the moon. He attended the University of Louisville where he received his degree of Doctor of Medical Dentistry.
He is survived by one daughter, Stephanie Boone, Cleveland, Ms.; three sons, Peter VanVranken, Henderson, W.Va., Zachary VanVranken, Silver Point, Tenn., Jacob VanVranken, Nashville, Tenn.; brother, Bill VanVranken, Milbourn, Fla.; and six grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Charlotte Murray Slagel
October 15, 2019
Two years have gone by, but Phil has not been forgotten. My husband and I often think about Phil, he was so much fun to be around and very interesting to talk with. We still miss him. Sorry for the families loss of this good man.
Deanna Watson Summerfield
October 31, 2017
The Phil I knew from High School was fun to be around. He enjoyed playing basketball and seemed to like and get along with everyone. It is sad to know he is no longer here.
KELLEY
October 25, 2017
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
Charlene Bennett-Malone
October 23, 2017
Thoughts and Prayers to the Van Vranken family. We are sorry to hear of your loss.
May God be with each of you.
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Charlotte Murray Slagel
October 23, 2017
Please let me know the details about Phil's pending memorial service when you get it worked out. Thank you very much.
Charlotte Murray Slagel
October 22, 2017
My heart sank when I saw this obituary in the Pomeroy newspaper. I graduated in 1959 along with Phill. On his trips back to Pomeroy over the years we got to know him a lot better than we did in school. I always look forward to receiving an email from him saying he is headed to Pomeroy and will be at our 3rd Friday lunch that the class of '59 has every month. Phill was a very interesting person and very entertaining to talk with. I for one will miss him dearly. So sorry for your loss....
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