Morris D. Metz, 91 of Forks Twp., PA died Monday, August 8, 2016 at Easton Hospital. Born July 10, 1925 in Wind Gap, PA he was a son of the late Arthur and Bertha (Wagner) Metz. He and his wife, the former Dorothy Hoferer were married 69 years this month.
He was a graduate of Pen Argyl High School and a 1950 graduate of Lafayette College. A World War II veteran, he served in the 94th Infantry and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. He was a President Emeritus of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge, Lehigh Valley Chapter, where he was a principal participant and speaker for their educational program. Morris was employed by Mack Printing in Wilson for more than 30 years before retiring and was a Forks Township Supervisor from 1982 to 1995. He was a member of the Forks Township Historical Society; member and patron of the Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society; a founding member of the Forks Township Emergency Squad and member of Faith Lutheran Church, Forks Twp., PA. Morris also collected and repaired antique clocks for the past 50 years and was a lover of Opera and classical music.
He is survived by his wife Dorothy; son: Douglas Metz, daughter: Deborah Zarate and her husband Vincent all of Forks Twp., PA; sister: Sarah Jones of Saylorsburg, PA; 5 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and 2 step-great-grandchildren.
Services are 10 AM Friday (Aug. 12) in Faith Lutheran Church, 2012 Sullivan Trail, Easton, PA with visitation 5:30 PM to 7 PM Thursday in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. Interment will be in Forks Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Lehigh Valley Chapter of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge, c/o 3750 Brandeis Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18020.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Dianne Lauer
August 9, 2016 at 7:55 am
I worked with Morris for ten years at Mack Printing and continued to see him around Forks Township throughout the years. I am sorry to see that he has passed away. I know he has had a very fulfilling life. It was a pleasure knowing him. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dianne Lauer
Andrew A. Zellers-Frederick
August 9, 2016 at 9:43 am
On behalf of the Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society, I wish to give our deepest condolences to the Metz family. he was a loyal and generous member of our organization for many years. I had the pleasure of only a few weeks ago of accompanying Morris to a gathering of his comrades from the Battle of the Bulge. He was looking forward to conducting a program with his friends at the SIgal Museum on the Battle of the Bulge near its anniversary in December. He will be greatly missed by all.
Sue Schardt
August 9, 2016 at 12:46 pm
Thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Bob & Edna Croft
August 10, 2016 at 2:33 pm
Doug,
Edna and I are so very saddened by your loss! Please know that your dads passing touch’s all our hearts. His departure leaves a void that can not be filled. While we only knew him a short while, it seems like he was always there!
Morris had a good run. He was steadfast in the face of adversity and devoted to any cause that passed his way. He wholeheartedly stepped in to offer succor wherever he perceived the need. He would lead the charge unflinchingly! He stood tall among all! HE WILL BE MISSED!!
Bob & Edna Croft A submarine veteran, a friend, a brother in arms!
John Breidinget
August 10, 2016 at 6:18 pm
Debbie and family,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your father. As you know I had met him at a few of his Battle of the Bulge presentations. He was a true hero.
John Breidinger
Georgine Washburn
August 11, 2016 at 1:01 am
Debbie and Doug,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was such a kind and wonderful man. You are in my prayers.
Georgine Washburn
Jim Tiernan
August 11, 2016 at 2:46 pm
Morris Metz spoke to my Lafayette College “America at War” classes for the past 15 years. His presentations, along with other WW ll veterans that he organized and led, always had a powerful and meaningful impact on my 19 year old students. He will be sorely missed and remembered by thousand of students with whom he shared his WW ll experiences. I will greatly miss the courageous American hero
Peg Spafford
August 11, 2016 at 2:49 pm
Morris touched many lives during his lifetime and will be long remembered..I knew Morris during my time with the Forks Twsp Emergency Squad.
Jay & Jennifer Young
August 11, 2016 at 5:45 pm
To all of the Family, We are very sorry for your loss. Morris was highly respected and did a lot to help others. As a Veteran he was so well liked. Blessings to you all!
Carolyn (Kromer) Frey and Randall Frey
August 12, 2016 at 9:36 pm
Debbie and Doug, We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He and your Mom were great neighbors to my parents and I have wonderful memories of them as well as both of you as kids riding our bikes in and out of the driveway! I saw your Dad last fall and he was always kind to us “kids”! I also think of your Mom often and hope that God helps you deal with the future. (She always gave us the “best” Halloween treats)! May God bless you and your families. Sending you our love and prayers. Carolyn & Randy
Patricia A. Simonetta
August 13, 2016 at 9:23 pm
How I will miss my new, old friend, I cannot yet imagine the world without him. I am just so glad and very blessed to have had the opportunity to meet, know, and love him. His life was a gift to everyone he encountered, and his kindness, compassion, and wisdom will continue to inspire me as I journey through life. I and so many others will miss him dearly, my deepest condolences to his family. May the God of Grace and Peace provide you with comfort during your time of grief.
All my love and prayers,
Pat Simonetta
Gina and Rich Grucela
August 15, 2016 at 2:26 pm
Dear Dorothy, Debbie and Doug,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family on the passing of your husband father.
I had great admiration for Morris not only for his service to our great country but especially for his dedication to the education of our youth on the history of World War II. He and his colleagues brought history to life in the classroom.
May he rest in eternal peace. We’re sorry we were unable to attend the services.
Dian Taylor
August 22, 2016 at 5:54 pm
Was just informed today (98-22) that Morris had died 2 weeks ago today. I will miss him and the great conversations we had in the 4 years I knew him. He was such a sweet man. My condolences to his family on their extraordinary loss. He was so very proud of you all and his love for Dottie was neverending. God bless you all.
Carolyn Lange
August 26, 2016 at 5:52 pm
To the Family of Morris Metz,
I met Morris at a chance encounter several years ago as I left my job at Easton Hospital. Though we spoke only once, he left a strong and positive impression on me. We got to talking, and I found out that he was a Veteran of the Battle of the Bulge as was my Father. He gave me his business card as President of the Lehigh Valley Chapter and a prayer card with a quote from Lieutenant General G.S. Patton. I still have these, and an unforgettable memory of someone who I could tell was an exceptional person.
Sending Heartfelt Sympathy to All,
Carolyn Lange