Death Of Maintenance Employee

Maintenance worker Phil Hontz, who worked for the park’s buildings and utilities branch, died suddenly from natural causes while at work on Monday morning. He collapsed while at a gas station just outside of the park. Rangers, state police officers, paramedics and local firefighters responded and an investigation was conducted to ensure that there was no foul play or danger to the public. He was taken to Pocono Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead. Phil was a Vietnam veteran who was wounded in action. He leaves his wife, JoAnn, three children, two stepdaughters, a brother, a sister, and seven grandchildren. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. today, followed by a 4 p.m. memorial service – both to be held at the Clark Funeral Home in Stroudsburg. Memorial remembrances may be made to the Fraternal Order of Eagles 1106, 1210 N. Fifth St., Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Condolence cards can be sent to Mrs. JoAnn Hontz, 223 Ranchlands, Bushkill, PA 18324.