Detlev, I only learned recently of your passing. I will always remember your sweet and kind demeanor at Miele. A gentleman  through and through. Please say hi to my Dad! Love, Jennifer (Feller) Keil

I adored Detlev. I wanted him in my life from the moment I met him in 1975 at a Navy Ball in D.C. Thankfully, my sister Carol had much the same feeling about Detlev. They soon married and I happily gained an awesome brother-in-law. 

Over the years, I treasured our friendship, all the while creating memories thru endearing conversations and his sense-of-humor when sharing fun-filled stories of family, friends, travel, soccer, and "dog training". 

Now, I must rely on those memories to fill the deep empty void in my heart created by your passing. Detlev, I will forever miss you.

I'm so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Detlev fondly.

It was a pleasure to spend 10 memorable years with my friend Detlev, From Somerset to Princeton every day started with our pesonal greeting at almost the top of our lungs, "HELLO DETLEV" Reponse "HELLO FRAN". I look forward to the day we get to greet each other on  the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. No goodbye's here, it will alway be "HELLO DETLEV".

When I was little my best friend, who didn't have a father either, asked me if I could pick anyone in the world to be my father who would I pick? She picked someone famous, I don't remember who. And I said, " I pick Detlev."
The world was so much more beautiful with you in it. I will forever have a hole in my heart.

I still instinctively look for your face each morning in the office next to mine, even after you retired and I knew you would not be coming to the office.   Good habits are hard to break; we would wave and smile to one another to start the day.  I fondly remember many conversations we had about your adventures in the military, Germany and stories about the old days at Miele.   You & Carol often extended hospitality at your home to your friends from Miele with good food and good times always enjoyed by all. 

Your laugh was the best  a deep & warm belly laugh I will always remember.  You were generous with your time and always took a few minutes to talk. 

You were especially helpful as I transitioned into my new role, taking over the mantle of caretaker of your source of pride, the Miele HQ building.  I promise to keep her tip top.  I still sense your presence; I know part of your noble spirit will always reside within these walls.  

Detlev, I miss you and am thankful that I was able to know you.

I always enjoyed working with Detlev. We had many discussions over the years as he prepared for his retirement in Florida.I could always count on Detlev as we worked together on Miele projects.We will miss you!

There was no maintenance department when I started with Miele in 2001. I had heard that they were starting one and that Detlev was the person to see.  I knocked on his door and introduced myself, two weeks later I found out I had the position.  Detlev not only became my boss,  but along the way we developed a close friendship. A relationship between us that could differentiate between the two and it worked well.

With Detlev no matter how busy he was or how hectic his schedule, you could knock on his door, he would always put down his pen and ask you to have a seat. He'd excuse himself, go get a cup of coffee and proceed to listen to what you had to say.  

Outside of work he was a friend and I am glad to have had the privilege of knowing him. 

Detlev my friend, I will miss our phone calls, our talks and your sense of humor.  

I'm sure you will find that at the end of your journey, there will be someone there ready to greet the new property manager.

May the stars light the way as you embark on your new destination.

I have known Delev as long as I worked at Miele over 20 years. I actually worked directly with him in logistics for a few years.  I always enjoyed talking with him over a cup of coffee or when eating lunch. He was the kind of person that you always looked forward to seeing just one of those special people in the world.  My sincerest condolences to the family. He will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him.

Dad... I haven't been with you enough to know everything about you, but I have been with you enough to love you and 
miss you dearly.
Your life has ended to early, but your legacy of wisdom, integrity and courage will go on forever. I miss you dad.
your Son, Jeff

He was our friend.
He was our relative. 
He is our brother.
We miss him dearly.
Rest In peace Detlev.

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Detlev Heinz-Kurt Schroeder

3 julio, 1943 – 11 marzo, 2015

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