Obituary of Philip D. Vanderboegh

Philip D. "Phil" Vanderboegh, 80, of Niles, passed away at home with his family by his side, on Wednesday, November 8, 2017. He was born on February 10, 1937 in Niles to the late Harold H. and Hazel P. (Smith) Vanderboegh. He was a lifetime resident of Niles. Philip served his country proudly and retired, after 20 years, from the U.S. Air Force in 1974, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant and serving during Vietnam. On October 16, 1999, Philip married the love of his life, Wanda, at a ceremony in Osceola, Indiana. He had a passion for restoring antique farm tractors. Phil was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ronald, Robert, Bruce, Danny and Larry Vanderboegh and a sister, Kay Noble. He is survived by his loving wife, Wanda Vanderboegh of Niles; stepdaughter, Kathy (Steve) Hummer; grandchildren, Katie (Jeff) Underly, Sara (Zach) Christman and Michael Hummer; stepson, Ed (Wanda) Walton; four daughters from his first marriage, Robin Gray, Tina Friedrich, Jackie Gurk and Pam Cochran as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, David Vanderboegh; sister, Lynn (Gene) Spitzer; brother-in-law, Dick Noble and a sister-in-law, Corinne Vanderboegh. In keeping with Phil's wishes, cremation has taken place and no public services will be held. An interment will be held at Mission Hills Memorial Gardens. The family wishes to thank Caring Circle (Hospice at Home) as well as Memorial Hospital ninth and eleventh floors for their care they provided. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.