James E. Phillips, 70, of New Tripoli, died June 22, 2019, in Lehigh Valley Hospital.

Born March 13, 1949, in Somerville, N.J., he was the son of Elizabeth (Eick) Phillips of Wernersville and the late Orville Phillips.

He was a graduate of Hunterdon Central Regional High School, he was a dairy farmer most of his life.

He loved all animals but especially his cows.

For the last 10 years, he worked at Tractor Supply Company.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by daughters Heather Phillips Purcell (Andrew) of Norristown, Megan Phillips of Wayne, and Melissa Phillips of Orlando, Fla.; grandson Henry Purcell; and a sister Mary Sue Stricker (Frank) of Wernersville.

He was predeceased by a sister, Janet Phillips.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at support.pancan.org/goto/JimPhillips.

Condolences may be made at nesterfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements made by Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, Jacksonville, Lynn Township.