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West Long Branch - David J. Phillips, Jr., 74 of West Long Branch died on Saturday, July 24, 2021 surrounded by his loving family at Monmouth Medical Center.
He was raised in Deal and attended the Deal School and graduated Asbury Park High School in 1965. Dave became a Police Officer for the Borough of Deal in 1972, retiring in 2002. For many years he served as the PBA Delegate. He is a life member of the Deal Fire Co. #2 as well as the Deal First Aid Squad. Dave is also a member of West Long Branch Fire. Co. # 2. He is a proud member of the NRA and the Central Jersey Rifle Club.
Dave enjoyed everything Harley Davidson, he was a member of the Long Branch Hog Group and the Blue Knights Motorcycle Club, Chapter XV. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle throughout, NJ, PA, and NY. Dave loved deer hunting in the Pocono area of Pennsylvania. He will be remembered by his family and friends for his kind and gentle ways, his loyalty and integrity. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
He is the son of the late David J. and Erma R. Phillips. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Barbara Gaffey Phillips; their children, David J. Phillips, III, Long Branch, Jennifer L. Phillips, West Long Branch and Timothy W. Phillips, Deal and his beloved granddaughter, Ava Velotti, West Long Branch; his sister and brother-in-law, Martha and Jim Rogers, Deal; a brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Sue Phillips, The Villages, two nephews Thomas Rogers and John Rogers, two nieces Judith Stebbins and Lauren Phillips.
Visitation Friday, July 30th, 4 to 8 pm at the Woolley-Boglioli Funeral Home, 10 Morrell Street, Long Branch. The Fireman's service will be at 7:00 pm. Graveside services Saturday, July 31st 10 am, Woodbine Cemetery, Oceanport. In lieu of traditional remembrances Dave's family asks with gratitude that contributions in his memory be made to Healthy Lives Program, ATTN: Denise Yaman, Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch, NJ 07740. To share a favorite memory of Dave, please visit his page of tributes at www.woolleyboglioli.com.
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Carol Frank
July 28, 2021
In high school, I recall David always with a smile. What a wonderful boy he was. I was shy, so I didn't know him well, but I always liked him and that sweet smile.
I wish his family to always remember the love. May his name be a blessing to the world.
Brian Casey
July 27, 2021
My deepest condolences to the Phillips family. I had the pleasure of sharing six hunting seasons with my friend Dave. He and I shared many memories and stories of growing up, raising families and our Mothers and Fathers. He was a great friend to both myself and my son. We will miss you.
Robert Fisher, Jensen Beach Florida
July 27, 2021
My sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of Dave Phillips on his passing. Dave and I were friends from APHS and the Oakhurst Church. We enjoyed each others company and had many laughs. Will say a prayer for Dave and his family. Sincerely, Bob Fisher
Richard Bamberger
July 26, 2021
rest in peace my dear old friend - Richard
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