Phillip Douglas Wittke, age 75 of Maryville, IL, born on August 20, 1949, in St. Louis, MO, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.

A proud graduate of McCluer High School and State Technical College of Missouri, he served for six years in the Missouri Air National Guard and built a career as a dedicated automotive parts manager, known for his knowledge and commitment to the trade. Outside of work, he had a passion for photography and woodworking, was a skilled auto mechanic, and found joy in the outdoors through hiking and canoeing. His love for dogs was ever-present, and they were constant companions throughout his life.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Charles and Lois (nee Keppler) Wittke; brother, Charles Wittke, Jr.; and sister, Christine Striker.

He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Lee (nee Barlow) Wittke, whom he married April 15, 1994; two sons: Brian Wittke, and Shawn Wittke; two daughters: Melissa Bridges, and Lisa Wittke; four grandchildren: Aaron Wittke, Whitney Smith, Alexis Wittke, Tabatha Sales; eight great-grandchildren: Prestyn, Bella, Ellie, and Hadley Wittke, Carson and Isabella Smith, Jamien and Alexander Sales; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and no services are scheduled at this time.