Phyllis D. Mixter

MIXTER, Phyllis D. 82, of Upland Way, died peacefully on November 15, 2008 at Orchard View Manor. She was the wife of the late Samuel J. Mixter. Born in Boston, MA, a daughter of the late Henry and Phyllis (Richardson) DeFord, she also lived in Holualoa, HA, Dover, MA and Eastham, MA. Mrs. Mixter was co-owner with her husband of the former Running Horse Fabric and Accessories Store, Nedham, MA for 8 years. Phyllis was a member of the Charles River Garden Club and she volunteered in many hospitals and botanical clubs. A creative woman, she was active in the community and the arts. She is survived by three daughters; Augusta F. Edwards of Barrington, Susanne R. Mixter of Quincy, MA and Ivy K. Vinayaga of Holualoa, HA and seven grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Henry DeFord, III. A family gathering will be held next summer in Cape Cod, MA. Burial will be held in Hardwick, MA. Arrangements by W. Raymond Watson Funeral Home, 350 Willettt Ave., EAST PROVIDENCE, RI.