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Philip Morris Obituary
He married Gloria Speranza-Johnson Morris June 11, 1977, and just recently celebrated their 44th anniversary. Phil grew up in Groton and graduated from Fitch Senior High School, class of 1961. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy serving in the sub-service for nine years, during the Vietnam War, and was honorably discharged. He worked at IBM as a technician, retiring after over 30 years.
Philip's first and forever career was his loving family. He and Gloria enjoyed raising their children and spending time with their grandchildren. Phil resided happily at Mystic Healthcare for the past two years. Many thanks to the nurses and CNAs that provided around the clock care, especially Angelina and Cathy.
He is survived by his beloved wife Gloria; five children, Philip Morris Jr., John Morris and wife Lisa, Daniel Johnson, Mary "Nikki" Johnson, Chris Morris and wife Tiffany; four siblings, Kenneth Morris, Michael Perry, Russell Perry and Raylene Rust; ten grandchildren, Melissa, Zach, Kyle, Samantha, Jillian, Luke, Ethan, Josh, Zane, and Abel; and one great-granddaughter, Sophie.
His family will receive relatives and friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday morning, at Impellitteri-Malia Funeral Home, 84 Montauk Ave, New London, followed by funeral home services. Interment to follow, with military honors at Jordan Cemetery, Waterford.
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Joanne Elaine Miceli
July 5, 2021
I remember Phil when he came to fix a major failure of our servers at Charter Oak Federal Credit Union. It took an entire night to troubleshoot and fix the problem, but he was very patient. What a nice man he was. Will never forget him.
Amy Kinkler
June 26, 2021
Gloria, please know that your loss of Phil releases him. You have always been a caregiving person but I am sending you and your family hugs and prayers. Please embrace all the love from others and myself.
Virginia Jones
June 25, 2021
Gloria,have been off Facebook lately. So sorry about Phil,may God help you in these difficult times. Prayers to your family. Will call you later.
Charles and Lois McIlwain
June 25, 2021
To Gloria and Family,
We were sorry to hear of Phil's passing. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Charlie and Lois
Paula Bateman
June 24, 2021
Gloria, I am so sorry to hear of your beloved husband Phil's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Peter Richards
June 24, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. I worked with him in Groton and remember him as being one of the kindest people I have ever known. He was always ready to help me and anyone else. One of my very favorite friends at IBM.
Cherrie Morton Buscher
June 24, 2021
To Gloria and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Phil. Prayers to you all.
Ben Dawkins
June 24, 2021
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the Morris family. Phil and I worked at IBM together for many years. He was a good friend with a great sense of humor. May God bless the Morris Family.
Ben Dawkins
former IBM C.E.
Tom Nall
June 23, 2021
I knew Phil for many years, a funny guy quite a sense of humor had a lot of fun over the years with him and Gloria. Like me Phil was a big Bob Dylan fan. RIP Phil to his family I'm sorry for their loss. Kenny, Rusty, Michael I'm sorry to hear about Phil's passing we had fun over the years take care.
Robin Shinn
June 23, 2021
Gloria, Joe and Family
So very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
Elizabeth & Raymond DeLuca
June 23, 2021
Our deepest condolences. May. He rest with the angels
Debra Andrews
June 23, 2021
Dear Gloria and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May your loving memories of a dear husband and wonderful father guide you through this time.
Marjorie Howe
June 23, 2021
Gloria, we are so sorry to hear about the passing of Phil. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Bob and Margie Howe
Kathy Naparty
June 23, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathy Nicely (Morris)
June 23, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss Gloria and loved ones. His family was very important to him. He is now at peace.
Dianne&Edward (Morton) Kexel
June 23, 2021
Gloria and family............We are so sorry to hear of Philphs passing. May God Bless you all , Keep all those memories close at hand for they will see you thru this .Remember the good times we all had during Desert Storm and how we all became one big family during those trying times,,,,,,family is everything,Stay close with each other....our prayers are with you all.
Joe and Kim Twomey
June 23, 2021
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
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