Published April 22. 2020 12:00AM
Maurice S. Dimmick, 86, of Northampton, died April 6, 2020, at home. He was the husband of Darlene M. (Ritter) for 56 years.
He was a son of the late Harley W. and Irene (Dietz) Dimmick.
He was a graduate of the Navy School of Music.
He was in the U.S. Navy during the Korean conflict and sailed on the Intrepid and Midway.
He was an archivist and director of court services for the Northampton County Government Center for 34 years.
He was a member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Whitehall, and was the church organist since 1964.
He played in various bands over the years, including the former Matt Gillespie Orchestra.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children, Mark M., Anita L. Hozza and her husband Martin and Matthew H. and his wife Shelly; six grandchildren; nieces; and nephews.
He was predeceased by two brothers, Kenneth and Quentin.
A memorial Mass will be announced at a later date.
Contributions may be made to the church, 3900 Mechanicsville Road, Whitehall, 18052; or Lehigh Valley Hospice, 2024 Lehigh St., Suite 100, Allentown, 18103.
Arrangements were made by Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton.
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