Phillip Morris passed away January 15, 2024 at his home in Southern Pines. Born July 16, 1947 to Ernest and Verona Morris, Phillip grew up in Carteret County. After high school, Phillip joined the United States Air Force where he proudly served in various duty stations across Europe.
Following his enlistment, Phillip continued to serve as a civilian working in various capacities with the Department of Defense for the remainder of his career. In 2015 Phillip returned to North Carolina, retiring in Southern Pines where he pursued his lifelong passion for golf.
Phillip is survived by sons, Ryan Morris of Bayonne, NJ and Ty Morris of Jacksonville, NC; brother, Paul Morris of Newport; nephews, Kevin and Byron Morris of Newport; and all those who served beside him in Detachment 2, 6910th Security Wing, United States Air Force Security Service.
The Morris family and friends plan to come together in remembrance and celebration of Phillip in the Spring. Details to follow. Memorial donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at woundedwarriorproject.org.
Online condolences may be made at www.bolesfuneralhome.com.
Service arrangements are entrusted to Boles Funeral Home.
