Richard Morris

Richard W. Phillips, 83, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2016 at his residence in Allentown, PA. Born in Nazareth, Pennsylvania on April 13, 1933. He graduated from Nazareth Area High School in 1951 and completed an Associate Degree at Lehigh County Community College and attended police academy. He proudly served his country in the US Army during the Korean conflict with the rank of sergeant. He served over 40 years as a police officer with the Nazareth Borough Police Department as a sergeant, juvenile officer and assistant police chief. After retiring with the police, he continued working as a deputy sheriff with the Northampton County Courthouse where he remained until the age of 75. He enjoyed helping others and traveling. He remained active and engaged in life. He enjoyed his last years sitting on his deck in Allentown watching birds and enjoying his family and friends and dog Sasha. He will truly be missed as a husband, father and friend. Survivors: He is survived by his wife, Grace Phillips; daughters, Kelly Phillips and Cynthia Weist; and brother, Donald Phillips. Services: It was Richard’s wishes to have a private ceremony. Contributions: Memorials may be made to an animal charity of your choice .

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