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1923 - 2007
Marion F. Detrick, Jr., M.D., father and grandfather, of Coder Road, Maumee, died quietly at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center on Friday, December 7, 2007, at the age of 84, surrounded by his family. Dr. Detrick was born in Connersville, Indiana on July 5, 1923, though he spent most of his life in Ohio. He graduated from DeGraff High School in 1941, and then attended Urbana College before earning his undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University. He graduated from The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1947 and began residency training at Mt. Carmel Hospital in Columbus before serving in the United States Army in Japan from 1951 to 1953. Upon his discharge, Dr. Detrick completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Henry Ford Hospital in 1956 and spent the next fifty years practicing in Ohio, first in Findlay and later in Toledo. In 1972, he fulfilled a life long dream of teaching future physicians by serving full time on the faculty of the Medical College of Ohio. Although he returned to private practice in 1975, he never lost his love for teaching and continued to serve on the faculty as a teacher and a clinician both in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and in the Department of Psychiatry. He was Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Flower Hospital in Sylvania and also served in numerous positions at St. Luke’s Hospital in Maumee. As much as he loved the practice of medicine, he also loved serving his community, serving on the boards of Lutheran Social Services and Lutheran College Ministries. Marion was an active member of All Saints Lutheran Church, serving in many capacities. He enjoyed fishing, boating on the Great Lakes and took pleasure in gardening and working on projects.
Marion was married to his high school sweetheart, Pauline Neer Detrick for 49 years until her death in 1996. He is survived by his wife of 10 years, Roberta Zechman Detrick, her five children, their spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his daughter, Rebecca A.D. Zechman (John) of Sylvania, and their children, Nathan (Tara), James, and Kathryn; his son, Dr. Jonathan M. Detrick (Cyndee) of Maumee, and their children, Matthew and Melissa; his son, Colonel (ret.) Andrew L. Detrick (Kathy) of Dayton, and their children, Emily Lucier (Mike), Benjamin, and Amy Hartel (Chris), and their children, Hailey, Makenzie, Christian and Logan; and his daughter, Mary D. Kotnik (Paul) of Commerce Township, Michigan, and their children, Elizabeth, Lynn and Megan. In addition, he is survived by his brother, Andrew Detrick (Barbara) of Naples, Florida; his sister, Clara Belle DeWeese (Lowell) of Sidney; and his brother-in-law, Arden “Stretch” Roberson of Ada and many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Marion F. and Alice (Hartley) Detrick and his sister, Francis Roberson.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 13 from 3:30 – 8:30 at All Saints Lutheran Church (419-865-7701), 5445 Heatherdowns Blvd. Visitation will also be on Friday, December 14 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. preceding services at 11:00 a.m. at All Saints Lutheran Church. Graveside services and internment will be at Greenwood-Union Cemetery, on Route 235 in DeGraff, Ohio at 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made in his name to All Saints Lutheran Church in Toledo or Northwest Ohio Lutheran Social Services. Arrangements are being handled by Rexer-Riggin-Madden Funeral Home, DeGraff, OH. |
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There are currently 10 condolences.
Sr. Rosine Sobczak OSF
rsobczak@lourdes.edu
Wednesday December 19, 2007 at
7:24 PM
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Dear Becky and Doc,
I was so sorry to hear of your father's death. You can be peaceful in knowing that he did a lot of good in his life! May peace fill your hearts and homes.
Sr. Rosine Sobczak OSF
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Bertha Coley
Friday December 14, 2007 at
11:16 PM
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You have my deepest sympathy in the passing of Dr. Detrick. He delivered my twins and was my doctor for twenty two years. He was a very wonderful doctor.
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Betty Masiulaniec
bmasiulaniec@roadrunner.com
Friday December 14, 2007 at
7:37 AM
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Dear Becky,
Although I am unable to attend services, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. What a wonderful life you are celebrating today, and I know you are paying it forward. Take care. Betty M.
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Debbie Holley
Thursday December 13, 2007 at
11:41 PM
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My deepest sympathies to your family. Dr. Detrick delivered my son in 1984, and I can still remember him walking by my room sticking his head in the door, as I held him in my arms, with a smile on his face telling me "your going to spoil him". I'll always remember him fondly, he was a part of one of the happiest days of our lives. Debbie
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Grace & George Brady
Thursday December 13, 2007 at
9:08 PM
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Dr. Jon,we have very fond memories of your father when Grace experienced her surgery. His explanations and care were exemplary and he eased our fears at a very trying time. You have our prayers and deepest sympathy.
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Linda (Johnston) Crews
Tuesday December 11, 2007 at
9:26 PM
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Dear Becky, Jon, Andy, and Mary,
I am so sorry to read of your dad's passing, but what a wonderful and fulfilling life he had. It brings many wonderful memories of all of you. I was sorry to read that your mother had died in 1996.
Just know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Memories of Bittersweet Drive . . . Fondly, Linda
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Fred and Voleta Willford
Tuesday December 11, 2007 at
2:22 PM
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Our sincere sympathy on the death of a beloved doctor. Dr. Detrick delivered our youngest son Mark and I will never forget what a caring man he was. When I was ready to deliver he alone pushed my cot into the delivery room. That was almost 49 years ago. We will never forget him.
From Friends in Findlay.
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Autumn Kay Mopps
Tuesday December 11, 2007 at
10:33 AM
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Sincere condolences to each and everyone. I was a patient of Dr. Detrick's many years ago. He was a wonderful doctor.
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Pat Eingle
Tuesday December 11, 2007 at
9:48 AM
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Dr. Detrick touched thousands upon thousands of lives and I am so grateful to have know him and his family. Please know all of you are in my prayers and thoughts.
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Karl and Jane Seim
mjseim@aol.com
Tuesday December 11, 2007 at
8:30 AM
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We send our sympathy to your entire family. We remember your Dad well while in Findlay and Maumee, as I think our kids do as well. He was a wonderful person and a good doctor. Prayers and blessings to you.
Karl and Jane Seim
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