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6 Entries
The Cook Family of Carlton Ave
May 30, 2024
My family lived adjacent to the Hertel Family for 25 years in Eastown; they are a wonderful family and Phil was the leader of the pack. Humor, intellect, integrity, generosity of spirit and good plain fun were just a few of the things that come to mind. Wishing Shareen, Heidi and JoeB and families the comfort of a life well lived. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all a this time.
one of many Carlton Kids, Michael Cook & Family
May 30, 2024
Early Tuesday morning I saw a man standing on the corner of Lake Drive and Benjamin. He was looking down Benjamin toward his childhood home. Phil loved this neighborhood and all the people, and we loved him. There was no one better suited to be a teacher than Phil. I´ll never forget the day Phil trimmed Peggy´s pusswillow tree a little too much with his new chainsaw. So many great memories on Benjamin Ave. Love to the family, Ron & Chris Lichtenstein.
Chris Lichtenstein
Friend
May 27, 2024
While I never had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Hertel, his picture just screams that he was a very fun guy, and would have been a treasured and most enjoyable friend. Rest in peace.
Jeff Kruer
Other
May 19, 2024
Phil was my mentor teacher in 1986 at East Grand Rapids Middle School. I cannot even begin to share how fabulous his mentorship was. After I graduated from college, Phil went to bat for me with the superintendent. As a result, I was the first teacher hired right out of college. In fact, Phil called my home and talked to my mother to tell me I was hired. I spent over 33 years at East Grand Rapids Middle School before my retirement. I owe each and every one to Phil Hertel. God bless you my friend. Safe passage!
Shelly Schram
Work
May 17, 2024
The Man, the Myth, and the Legend !
Mr. Hertel was one of my favorite math influences (and favorite teachers) throughout my K-12 EGR education. We often spoke, and enjoyed talking about various strategies in Cribbage (because it involved a quick form of math).
A deeply soulful man who cared deeply about his students, his subject-matter (in this instance, Math); each beyond his family, and community commitments. By the picture in the obituary, it doesn't seem as he changed much over the years. What a great spirit for life !
May God bless Mr. Hertel, and all of those who knew and loved him
Charles Streeter, Beverly Hills, MI
School
May 17, 2024
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