Phoenix Xavier Detjen

2011 - 2012

Phoenix Xavier Detjen obituary, 2011-2012, York, SC

BORN

2011

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service

4601 Freedom Drive

Charlotte, North Carolina

Phoenix Detjen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 4, 2012.

Phoenix Xavier Detjen, one and a half years old, died Monday at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, SC. He was born in Gaston County, NC on January 21, 2011, and was the son of Virginia Griffin Detjen of Charlotte and Nicholas Detjen of New River Air Station, Jacksonville, NC.

A Graveside Service will be held 2:00 pm Friday, October 5, 2012 at Forest Lawn West Cemetery with Pastor Josh Peters officiating.

In addition to his parents, those left to cherish his memory are, his sister, Bella Calzadilla; maternal grandfather, Charles Griffin and wife Teresa and maternal grandmother, Cathy Griffin; paternal grandfather, John C. Detjen and wife, Joyce, and paternal grandmother, Ann L. Detjen; aunt, Brandy Griffin and grandmother, Margaret Hollyoak.

Arrangements are in the care of Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.forestlawnwest.com.

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October 29, 2013

Ginny Detjen

I love you son!! It's been over a year since u went to be with our Heavenly Father!!! Please remember mommy loves you so very much!!! Please watch Bella and keep her safe!!! Phoenix mommy loves you baby!!!

January 27, 2013

Ginny Detjen

I love you son!! There is not a day that passes that I don't miss you!!! You are my heart and soul!!! I LOVE YOU SON!!!

October 19, 2012

Brandy Griffin

I love you sis and I miss Phoenix every day.

October 7, 2012

Barbara and Harry Roberts

We can't even imagine the pain of your loss for this precious angel. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

October 5, 2012

Rebecca Mullis

We are very sorry for the loss of your beautiful little boy. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

October 5, 2012

Brittany McInnis

Ginny, you have been on my mind all week. My heart goes out to you. Phoenx is a beautiful little boy. I am so sorry this has happened to you. Sending lots of love, hugs, and prayers your way.

October 5, 2012

Katie & Brad Johnson

Ginny, We are heartbroken for you, Bella and the rest of your family. Phoenix was as blessed to have you for a Mom as you were to have him. He touched our lives and for that we have been blessed.

October 5, 2012

Becky McNeely

Cathy,I will lift you ,Ginny and the whole family up in my prayers..The Lord is my strength and my song Psalm 118:14

October 5, 2012

Teena Williams

Cathy, I think of your sweet mom and dad, and I know they are rocking him in their arms in Heaven! My heart aches for you and your family.

October 5, 2012

Ladybugs Empire Beauty school

Ginny, may God be with you and your Family. You must keep your head up for Bella. Be strong. We love you!

October 5, 2012

Natoshia Avery

I am very sorry to hear about this. I will be praying for you and your family through this tough time. He is a very adorable baby.

October 5, 2012

Ashley Malcolm

Ginny you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers and I pray may god warp his arms around you in this difficult time.

October 5, 2012

I didnt know u but know that your family will surely miss you..but that the loving arms of Jesus are around u!!
Carla manies

October 5, 2012

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR PRAYERS.SNELSON FAMILY

October 5, 2012

cindy bees

Heaven gained an angel.God be with this family. Share your Love and comfort to them..

October 5, 2012

Cindy Elliott

You are all in my prayers and will be for days to come! I am so sorry for your loss! My prayer is that you will feel all the prayers and that and the strength of the LORD will get you through this extremely difficult time!!! Love you all!

October 5, 2012

Amber Jackson

So sorry for you're lost!! You and you're family will be in my prayers!!

October 5, 2012

p

i dont know you but to loose a little one is heartbreaking your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. sometimes we dont understand why things happen, but there is only one thing reassuring, your sweet baby is in heaven playing and the happiest he could ever be.

October 5, 2012

Nikki

Sorry for your loss. May god be with you and your family durning this hard time.

October 5, 2012

Shernarda Lockhart

R.I.Paradise baby Phoenix...we knw ur n a better place n laughn n havn fun playn n heaven...u will truelly b missd...we knw u'll b watchn ova ur family n always let ur mommy n sissy knw ur still by their side n spirit....Gne too soon but God makes no mistakes

October 4, 2012

Candace Faile Kerr

We are praying for you and your family. May God comfort you during this tough time of your lives and wrap His loving arms around you. We are so sorry. We will continue to lift you up and support you even as the days go on.

October 4, 2012

Nathan Stroud

You and your family are in my prayers Cathy

October 4, 2012

JIllian Koroskenyi

Much love for you all. One day at a time. Nothing anyone can say will help. I know for sure. Always remember the blessed times you had with him.

October 4, 2012

Ashley Walker

I can't even begin to imagine what your going through right now I love you your in my thoughts and prayers hang in there

October 4, 2012

Amber Weaver

Ginny and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Phoenix was an absolutely gorgeous little boy!

October 4, 2012

TERRI BYRD

I can't imagine how you are hurting but God knows and only He can comfort you. Praying you feel His comfort and love. Heaven is so much sweeter now. Praying for you and your family!!

October 4, 2012

Andrea & Ruby Edwards

October 4, 2012

Heidi Frears

I remember how sweet Phoenix was and always had a BIG smile on his face. I am truly sorry that this has happened. My thoughts and prayers will be with you Ginny and your family. God Bless & Love ya!

October 4, 2012

Elizabeth Bettis

Another angel in heaven

October 4, 2012

Janelle Hyde

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Praying for you and all your family during this difficult time. I know he will be greatly missed. Love, all the Hyde's.

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