BOARDMAN Phillip J. “Phil” Detec Jr., 73, of Boardman, passed away suddenly Saturday afternoon, Jan. 2, 2021.
Phillip was born April 18, 1947, in Youngstown, the son of Phillip J. Sr. and Mary Abraham Detec.
He was a 1965 graduate of Ursuline High School and attended Youngstown State University where he majored in business administration. He was a proud lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley.
Phillip married the love of his life, the former Ann Saba, on May 17, 1969, at Saint Maron Catholic Church. Together, they cherished 51 years of marriage.
Phillip proudly served his country in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. As a sergeant he worked as an airplane mechanic and earned the following decorations for his service to his country; the National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and the Air Force Medal and was honorably discharge for his service in 1970. After coming home, he returned to his job with General Electric until later pursuing a career in the food