Willard W. Phoenix

Willard W. Phoenix, 90, of Souderton, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 25, 2026, at Souderton Mennonite Home.

Born on January 15, 1936, he was the son of the late William and Mildred (Gable) Phoenix.

Following high school, Willard was drafted into the United States Army and served for three years in Hawaii.

Upon receiving his honorable discharge, he returned to the area and began his forty-year career with UPS. In his retirement, he worked as a crossing guard for the Souderton School District.

Outside of work, he was generous with his time. As a longtime and faithful member of Christ Reformed Church at Indian Creek, he worked alongside his late wife at the annual Oyster and Ham Dinners, as well as breakfasts and suppers hosted by the church. Additionally, he was a lifelong member (sixty years) of Perseverance Volunteer Fire Company in Souderton.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of seventy years: Marlene L. (Ziegler) Phoenix, who passed away on October 15, 2025; son: Scott Phoenix; and two sisters.

Willard will be lovingly remembered by his two grandchildren: Jessica and William Phoenix.

A service will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 2:00pm, in the Fellowship Hall of Christ Reformed Church at Indian Creek, 171 Church Rd, Telford, PA 18969.

Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

Arrangements are in the care of the C.R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., Quakertown.