Phil Hegenderfer, who lived on Manchester Road, worked in the physics department at the University of Akron. He was an Astronomy Club of Akron guru and a freelance astronomy columnist for the Beacon Journal.
Philip Hegenderfer, 66, of New Franklin, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2011.
He was born August 2, 1945 in Marysville, Ohio to the late Floyd and Opal (Penn) Hegenderfer. Phil was a graduate of Marysville High School. He served as a Sergeant and Electrician in the
United States Air Force, and later graduated from The University of Akron where he earned a bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering and a bachelor and master degree in Physics. Phil was a Registered Professional Engineer and a long-time employee at Ohio Edison. After retiring from there, he worked as a part time teacher at the University of Akron. Phil was also a former president and honorary lifetime member of the Astronomy Club of Akron. He wrote, edited and published astronomy literature, was a freelance weekly columnist for the Akron Beacon Journal and was heavily involved with many civic projects including giving lectures on astronomy to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Senior Citizens and Kiwanis. He was also known to be an avid hiker on the MetroParks trails.
Philip was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Berna Jean and Irene.
He is survived by children, Christine, Scott (Jennifer) and Gina; sister, Karen; brother, Byron; grandchildren, Matthew, Tricia, Lauren, Sarah and Andrew; and many nieces and nephews. Phil will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Cremation has taken place. A private burial will take place at a later date in Marysville, Ohio. Please visit the guestbook at www.hummelcares.com.
[Akron Beacon Journal, Akron, OH, Sunday, August 14, 2011, page B6, col. 5]
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