Phan Var October 3, 1934 - October 17, 2019

Phan Var, 85, of Emmaus, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 in his residence. He was the husband of Sakira (Chea) Var. They celebrated their 57^th wedding anniversary in July 2019. Born in the suburbs of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, he was a son of the late Op and Soy (Sao) Var. Phan worked for Ladd-Hanford as an auto reconditioner for over 25 years before retiring. Previously, he ran the office of Forestry Phnom Penh. Phan loved to do gardening and did a cooking demonstration at Penn State Agriculture Extension on uses of Lemongrass. He received a couple “Green Thumb” awards at the community gardens. Phan was a community advisor/leader and assisted with bringing people together and supporting one another.

Survivors: Wife, Sakira; Daughter: Sokunvery “Varee” Var and her husband Eric Lee of Emmaus. Phan is survived by nieces and nephews and was predeceased by one brother and two sisters.

Services: A viewing will be held on Sunday, October 27, 2019 from 12:45 – 1:30 pm with the funeral service from 1:30 – 2:30 pm at Stephens Funeral Home, Inc., 274 N. Krocks Road, Allentown 18106. Flowers may be sent to the funeral home for the services.