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Patricia Phillips Obituary

WEST READING Patricia M. Phillips, 78, formerly of Hanover, died December 4, 2014, in Spruce Manor, West Reading. Her husband, Daniel W. Phillips, died December 16, 2003. Born in Summit Station, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Isabella Reber. She was last employed as a housekeeper for Hanover Hospital. Patricia loved her family, children, and grand and great-grandchildren. She donated her time as a Cub Scout Den Mother. Patricia was an avid pet lover and loved to travel the country aboard her husband's motorcycle, take hikes, do word puzzles and enjoy nature. She gave generously to many charities and to all in her circle. Patricia is survived by five children, Daniel J., husband of Lori L., Cynthia L., John W., Donna F., and Jeffrey T.; four grandchildren, Jay N. and Jesse A. Phillips, Lisa and Eric Fritz; six great-grandchildren, Riley, Tanner, Marlee, Brendan, Jason and Shania. Patricia is also survived by her sister, Lucille. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home to help defray funeral expenses. Memorial Service will be Friday, December 12 at 7 p.m. in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc., 739 Penn Ave., West Reading. Friends may call Friday from 6 to 7 p.m. in the funeral home. Online condolences may be recorded at www.kuhnfuneralhome.com

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Published by Evening Sun on Dec. 9, 2014.

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Reading Hospital

December 10, 2014

Danny,lori and family thoughts and prayers are with you all !!!Pacu Staff

Jim and Ann Fidler

December 10, 2014

Dear family, prayers and peace to you in this time of grief. Ann and I extend our heartfelt condolences. You're in our prayers. May the love of Jesus Christ bring you comfort and peace.

December 9, 2014

We are saddened to hear Pat's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Donna Bankert McCauley

December 9, 2014

With deepest sympathy to the family.

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