US AF MSGT (Ret) Phillip Demaio

United States Air Force MSGT (Ret), and Vietnam Veteran, Phillip Demaio On March 31st, 1948, Phillip Demaio was born to Anthony and Dorette (Martindale) Demaio in Massachusetts, spending all of his childhood there. Phil joined the Air Force after High School. He proudly and faithfully served his country for 21 years and was especially proud to have been a Vietnam vet. Phillip retired in Alaska in 1987 from Eielson AFB, having attained the rank of MSGT, earning the AF Achievement Medal, AF Training Ribbon, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Military Education Ribbon, Small Arm Expert Rifle, AF Longevity Service Ribbon with three devices, National Defense Service Medal, AF Outstanding Unit Award with three devices, Republic of Vietnam Camp Medal, AF Good Conduct Medal with four Oak Leaf Clusters, and Vietnam Service Medal. On May 24, 1980, Phil married Jeannie L. Willis in Reno, Nevada. God blessed the happy couple with two boys and a lifetime of happiness, love, and laughter that comes with raising such fine sons. Phil had happy feet, and Jeannie was happy to tag along beside him RVing, traveling cross country three times. They resided in Colebrook, New Hampshire, and Daytona Beach, Florida, before settling into the community of Crocker, Missouri, in 2012. Phil professed his faith in his Lord Jesus Christ and was a beloved member of Eureka Baptist Church. He dedicated his life to his Lord, family, friends, church, and community. Phil had a servant’s heart and was highly active in his church activities. He and Jeannie were instrumental in starting up several different ministries down through the years. Phillip not only enjoyed RVing and traveling, but he also enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles, gardening, raising, and tending to his chickens. Phillip was also an enthusiastic hockey fan and could be found rooting for his favorite team, the Boston Bruins. He doted on and loved his dogs. However, the love and devotion for his family was immense. He was proud of his family, especially his grandchildren. On the evening of December 28, 2020, having attained the age of 72, Phillip took his last breath on this earth, immediately taking his next breath in Heaven, as the Lord welcomed his good and faithful servant home. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Jeannie Demaio of the home; two sons: Travis Demaio (Charmayne) of Richland, MO, and Phillip Anthony Demaio (Nicole) of Bountiful, UT; one brother: Ramon Demaio of Clarksville, NH; three grandchildren: Phillip Anthony Jr., Colin, and Allison Demaio; several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Phillip was preceded in death by his parents, and one daughter, Heather. Phillip would want you to know that one day he will be standing at the gate to welcome you home if you have received Jesus Christ as your personal Savior just as Phillip did. Will you today? Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 11, 2021, in Eureka Baptist Church, Richland, MO with Pastor Doug Jacobson officiating. Speakers John Lackey and Travis Demaio shared special memories of Phil. Music selections included, “Down to The River to Pray”, “Amazing Grace My Chains Are Gone,” “Long Black Train,” “Beulah Land,” “Nearer, My God, to Thee,” and “Spirit in the Sky” were played. Inurnment with Full Military Honors were held in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Waynesville, MO. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapel of Richland. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of United States Air Force MSGT (Ret), and Vietnam Veteran, Phillip Demaio and may be left at Memorial Chapel of Richland. Online condolences may be left at www.memorialchapelsandcrematory.com

US AF MSGT (Ret) Phillip Demaio

March 31, 1948 - December 28, 2020