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Please consider a gift to Oregon Health and Science University Foundation or Canadian Consortium for Neurodegeneration in Aging.
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Personal note from Sherril

In Jewish tradition (my heritage, which Phil embraced since Jewish traditions usually involve food), upon hearing about a death people say "May his memory be a blessing." When we say that, the blessing implied is this: it is up to those who carry his memory to keep his goodness alive. I think that nails it for Phil (excuse the corny woodwork metaphor)!
Please feel free to add a note with a story of Phil, and add pictures with captions (in the memories tab). There are so many people who've been in Phil's life over the past nearly 82 years, and I hope this site can become a collective tribute to him. Please share this site with anyone who may not have received the information from me. He would love all the attention, and cherish the affection and Phil stories!

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An Abbreviated History of Phil

Phil Kreitner, a caring and loyal family member, friend, athlete, dancer, and environmental steward “slipped the bonds of Earth” on August 24th, 2021. His death, like much of his life, was minimalist and resource efficient. His life was well-lived; this narrative is intended to attempt to describe that life (all errors and omissions are a function of Sherril not finding or verifying factoids that only Phil knew).

Philip Colman Kreitner …

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There will be no burial, shiva, wake, or organized celebration of life at Phil’s request. Phil’s ashes will be interred with new trees in several locations that were important to him.

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Born

November 28th, 1939
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Passed away

August 24th, 2021
Portland, OR, USA

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Cause of death

Alzheimer's Disease

Method of disposition

Cremation

Solace Cremation
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