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Phyllis Croissant Obituary

LAKE LUZERNE Phyllis F. Croissant, of Mill Street, died suddenly Tuesday afternoon, July 15, 2008, at Saratoga Hospital. Born in Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of Philip and Viola (Trimmer) Shayne. She attended school in Greenfield and was a graduate of Corinth High School. She had been employed at Cluett Peabody Shirt Factory in Corinth. She later worked as a home caregiver to the elderly in the area for many years. She enjoyed feeding the birds and ducks. Taking care of others was her vocation. She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother and homemaker who truly enjoyed helping those in need. She was predeceased by a sister, Betty Wagner and a nephew, Tim Wagner. Survivors include her children, Dale Wood Jr. and his wife, Tammy, of Pawleys Island, S. C., Paula White and her husband, Patrick, of Hadley, Glenn Croissant and his wife, Shirley, of Hadley; her longtime companion, Michael Emery of Lake Luzerne; five grandchildren: Tanya Allen and her husband, Tim, Eric Wood, Brittany White, Shane White, Katerina Croissant; four great-grandchildren: Zachary Shippee, Dustin Shippee, Alexandrine Allen and Crystal Allen; one sister, Ada Eggleston of Hadley; one brother, Jack Shayne and his wife, Karen, of Greenfield Center; her former husband, Paul Croissant of Hadley; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call Thursday, (today), from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Brewer Funeral Home, Inc., 24 Church St., Lake Luzerne. Funeral services will be conducted 10 a.m. Friday, July 18, at the funeral home with the Rev. Flossie Gage Bates, officiating. Burial will be in Greenfield Cemetery, Greenfield Center. Contributions in Phyllis' memory may be directed to Hadley Luzerne Emergency Squad, P.O. Box 215, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

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Published by Post-Star on Jul. 17, 2008.

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Bette Jane Hayes Galusha

July 22, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ginny King, Michael and Alicia Podwirny and family

July 19, 2008

Dale, Paula, Glenn and families.

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

John and Nia Perkins

July 18, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Vicky and Dicky Pratt

July 18, 2008

To Mike and Phyliss's family; Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Audre' Jones

July 18, 2008

Mike and Phyllis's family, We are so sorry to hear about Phyllis. She was such a nice person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe and Audre'

Bea & Rick Carvajal

July 17, 2008

Glenn,Shirley ,Mike,Paula,Pat,Dale,Tammy and Familys, I sent your family a poem , it is a poem that a friend shared with me when I lossed our mother (mine and Shirleys ) this poem has helped me through alot of tough times.I just want you all to know that my familys thoughts and prayers are with you all.If there is anything at all that I can do I'm there.Keep all your memories close to your hearts , that is something that you will always have. Phyllis is a great person and we should all feel fortunate to have known her.

Lesley Ralph Dumas

July 17, 2008

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Katerina Croissant

July 17, 2008

Grandma,
Oh boy where do i begin? Well i will start that you were a big part of my life! I will miss the Macronii(i don't know how to spell), It was allways great. you new everything, huh? Well I guess its true cause the nickname you gave me, fits me well. Lil Philly, I will never forget that Name cause Lil Philly is Katching on.
But what happend? You had a plan all layed out? You wen to the Doctors and you were suppoesd to come home. But i guess God had a differnt plan?
Today i get to see you in a Caskit? Umm i hope that ur awake! I wanna see you in person , not in a bed kinda thing. Ew. ( Tip: we could do alot better then that)
Grandma I love you and Miss you like acrazy like a Kid who drank 5 mountion Dews that had to go in a crazy shak, for reading.
Lol.

Sonja Harris

July 17, 2008

To the entire family of Phyllis, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. Phyllis was a wonderful, sweet, and kind woman. We were all so blessed to know her. Take care of each other. If you need anything we are here. Love, Dirk, Sonja, Hailey, and Chad

Tanya Allen

July 17, 2008

Grandma you were more to me then just my Grandmother, you were my friend. I can remember the long talks we use to have, and all the things you talked me though. I will always be thankful for all the things you have taught me.( to always smile and keep my head up high.. and always say what I feel.) I LOVE YOU!

Mary Beth Farmer

July 17, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Denise, Mark, Danielle, Joey & Colby Gilbert

July 17, 2008

Glenn, Shirley, Paula, Patrick, Dale, Tammy, Mike & Paul:
Phyllis was an incredible women with a heart that was as big as mountains, remember her life, your memories and always keep her in your thoughts for although her body is gone her spirit will live in you forever.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, I would also like to thank you for allowing your mom to be a great Mother-in-Law to my sister.

Gloria (Clayton) Marzello

July 17, 2008

To Phyllis' entire family, & especially to Michael who has had to suffer way too much loss in such a very short time...my thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this time. Phyllis & I worked together for an elderly couple in Corinth a couple years back. We continued to speak occasionally, updating each other on our lives, & it was always nice chatting with her. I will miss her.

patricia deyette

July 17, 2008

Pat and Paula and family, WE are so sorry to hear about your mom.These things are so hard to understand and to get through but we manage to do it.She was a great person with a big smile ,hang on to your memories.Pat and Mark Deyette

Bea Carvajal

July 17, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Angela Petrone

July 17, 2008

You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. She will be dearly missed but will always remember her smile and endless love for her family. Take Care Everyone, and please know we are here if you need us.

Love, The Petrone's

Dan & Donna Welch

July 17, 2008

We are truley sorry about your lose.

Denise, Mark, Danielle, Joe & Colby Gilbert

July 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time, Phyllis was an incredible woman, wife, mother and grandmother. I would like to thank her for being such a great mother-in law to my sister. I know this time is tough but take every memory of her and hold it close to your heart for that is what keeps her spirit alive.

Linda & Steven Rumpf

July 17, 2008

To Mike, Paula, Glen & Families:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Phyllis will be missed by many.

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