Karen M. PHILLIPS

PHILLIPS - Karen M. (nee Hanks)
Age 80, of Niagara Falls, NY, peacefully passed away on May 21, 2023, surrounded by her family, after a prolonged illness.Born at home in Pendleton, NY, on June 16, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Neal and Alice (née McVaugh) Hanks. On November 23, 1963, Karen married Robert R. Phillips of Tonawanda, NY. A graduate of Starpoint Central School, she began her working career at Marine Trust Bank. She worked alongside her husband Bob in his businesses, D & B Electronics and Linde Television, for many years. She went on to work as an Administrative Assistant at several companies, including Clover Industries and Stovroff and Herman real estate. She ended her career as an Executive Assistant at Holiday Inn Grand Island. Karen is survived by her husband Bob; son, Mark Phillips (Andrés); daughter, Laura McGarvey; grandchildren, Morgan and Phillip McGarvey; sister, Maureen (née Hanks) Coon; brother, Merritt Hanks (Frances), and sister-in-law, Jill (née Phillips) Fritz.In addition to her parents, Karen was predeceased by her In-laws, Ralph R. and Maryann (née Merrill) Phillips, Charles Coon, and Terry Fritz.The family wishes to give special thanks to the many nurses, aides, and support staff from Niagara Hospice as well as her personal care aide, Lynn Wolf. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr. Lockport, NY 14094. The family will be present to receive friends on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., with a prayer service beginning at 1:00 p.m., at the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007). Professional arrangements are under the care of the Goodlander family. Share condolences and view her tribute video and complete obituary at GOODLANDERCARES.com