Russell E. Haring

Russell E. Haring, 83, of Phillipsburg, NJ passed away on April 12, 2021 at the home of his daughter and son-in-law with whom he lived. Russell was a lifelong resident of Phillipsburg, born on July 18, 1937 to the late Robert and Edna (Boyer) Haring.  He was married on October 26, 1963 to his beloved wife, Jean E. (Miers) Haring.  They enjoyed 57 years together.  Russell cherished his 3 daughters, Lori Crouse, Melissa Lilly and Shirley Dilts; his sons-in-laws, BJ Lilly and Kevin Dilts, his 5 grandchildren Connor & Emily Lilly, Steven Crouse, and Ryan & Luke Dilts, his beloved dog, Ollie and a special family friend, Jamie Stem.  Along with his beloved family, he is also survived by a brother-in-law, Richard Miers (wife Joann), sisters Lucille Hoffner, Veda Haring, and Loretta Zagra; brothers Floyd (Red) Gray and Roger Haring.  He was predeceased by sister Louise Haring, and brothers Robert, Ronald, Richard, & Roy.  Russell was a 1956 graduate of Phillipsburg High School.  He was a member of the Fleas Club and Safety First.  He was employed by Sheridan Machine from 1966 until the company closed and then worked at Bell & Howell as a material handler until his retirement in 1999.  As a lifelong Phillipsburg resident and an avid Philadelphia Phillies & Eagles fan, Russell loved attending sporting events with his children and grandchildren who he adored. The Finegan Funeral Home in Phillipsburg is arranging private services. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations may be made to the Phillipsburg Education Association Scholarship Fund, c/o Jo  Bononno, Phillipsburg High School, 1 Stateliner Blvd., Phillipsburg, NJ.