February 2, 1945 – April 11, 2012

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, April 16, 2012 at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Philip R. Berger, age 67 of St. Cloud who passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at his home. Reverend Scott Pogatchnik will officiate. Burial will take place at Assumption Cemetery, St. Cloud.

Family and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday and after 9:00 a.m. on Monday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud. Parish prayers will be at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home in St. Cloud.

Phil was born on February 2, 1945 in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Anton and Adela (Schloesser) Berger. He attended acting school in Los Angeles and New York and was accepted at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis. Phil was a United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, serving two tours of service. After his service to his country Phil returned to New York to continue his career in acting. There he met his wife of 42 years, Frosa Aletrari; they were married on March 24, 1970 in New York. They returned to St. Cloud to operate and later own Del-Tone Kennel and Gun Club for 29 years, retiring in 2001. During his career Phil handled and trained several Retriever Field Trial Champions, winning the High Point Open Championship in 1981 and 1983. He was a member of St. Augustine’s Parish.

Survivors include his wife, Frosa; children, Melissa (Paul) Brown of Louisville, Kentucky; Andrew (Tara) of Sartell and Christina (Doug) Kallevig of Shakopee; four grandchildren, Chase and Connor Brown, Ella and Nikolas Berger; brothers and sisters, Dick (Judy) of Motley, Connie (Mike) Gravelle of Pueblo, Colorado, Tom (Sherry) of Colorado Springs, Colorado and LuAnn (Bob) Weber of Sartell.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Tony, Jr. and Jerry.

Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers.

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It is 2/27/13 and I just had the impulse to “google” Phil, only to discover I’m nearly a year late. Haven’t seen Phil or Frosa since August 1972,but have many wonderful memories of the crazy times we had in NYC. I was at the wedding. What a pair! RIP Phil. Carry on Frosa, as I know you will.

David Clough , Friend of Phil and Frosa from the NYC days
February 27, 2013

The last time I saw Phil was at one of our class reunions. He made a special effort to talk to many people. He was warm and sincere. That’s how I’ll remember him.

Patricia Peterson Taylor , Classmate
April 16, 2012

I first met Phil and his Dad 51 years ago, when they would come to Danbury,Texas, to train their dog. I have truly enjoyed his friendship. Our prayers are with all the family. Don & Patick

Donald Hall , Friend
April 15, 2012

Frosa and family, We had many years of fellowship and wonderful times with Tony Phil and Tom. when they came down in the winter.Phil was always doing things to be helpful and he loved his family very much. We had such a wonderful time fishing in canada and enjoyed visiting with youall while there.Our prayers are with all of you. Bob and Will Garrett

The Bob Garrett family , friend

You never feel like you ddn’t know Phil & Frosa. My heart goes out to you Dear and I know you will et through. With your children and grand–childrens’ love and support, you will be fine. And what storesyou can tell about his life andyour lives together. Love lives on, I promise.

Pat Smith , Friens and fellow Grand-parent
April 14, 2012

My parents went to high school with Phil at CHS and were very good friends with Phil, especially my father. I have heard many wonderful stories over the years of the wonderful times they shared together. He will be missed very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. God Bless You All during this difficult time and cherish all of the memories you had together~Michael Condon Family

Jacquie Barros (Condon) , Friend-Parents were classmates @ CHS

So Sorry for your loss. From the stories Frosa has told us about Phil he was a great man. Hang in there during this hard time. Think of all the wonderful times you had with him.

Becky Skaj , Coworker of Frosa
April 13, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Phil Berger was a Gentleman and will be missed by all of us at Del-Tone gun Club

Randy / Pam Luth and Del-Tone Staff

We are so deeply saddened by your loss and will cherish the memories of the times we spent together. Our thoughts are with you during this time of grief.
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.

Linnea and Kevin Malkovich , Niece
April 12, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss,Frosa,Melisa,Andy,Christina,and families. Phil will be deeply missed.We will love and miss him always!

Bridget Peyer and family , Niece

I wish I could be with you. Even though he had a few extra years I know this is hard. Frosa, call even if you just want to talk and prayer.

Pat Smith and the Brown boys and families , My son's Father-in-law

Services

Visitation

Daniel Funeral Home, St. Cloud

Services

St. Augustine’s Catholic Church

Schedule Details

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, April 16, 2012 at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church. Burial will take place at Assumption Cemetery, St. Cloud.