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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
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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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