Phyllis Joan Chambers

Phyllis Joan Chambers, 81, passed away peacefully and surrounded by love on November 25, 2024, at her home in Naples, Florida. Born on July 9, 1943 in Bogota, Bergen County, New Jersey, she was the cherished daughter of Ethel and Warren Armstrong and a beloved sister to David Armstrong.

Phyllis was predeceased by her devoted husband of 50 years, Daniel Sanford Chambers. Together, they built a loving family that includes their three children: Drew Clayton Chambers (Rebecca) of Riverview, Michigan; Alison Lynd Chambers of Naples, Florida; and Paige Elizabeth Chambers (Sean) of Naples, Florida. Phyllis was the proud grandmother of Aubrey Rebecca Wells, Lyric Daniel Chambers, and Isabella Bijou Chambers, as well as her grand dog and faithful companion, Odin. She also leaves behind beloved kitties, Minnie & Winnie, and an extended family of nieces, nephews and wonderful friends, all of whom she loved with all her heart.

A dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in geriatric care, Phyllis devoted her career to helping others with compassion and skill. She later became a licensed massage therapist, further showcasing her commitment to healing and well-being. Beyond her professional life, Phyllis was an avid baker and cook, artist, and overall creator of beautiful things. She started painting at a young age, even winning an art contest that took her to Berlin, Germany as a high school student-a memory she cherished throughout her life.

Phyllis had a deep love for travel and nature, and found joy exploring the Caribbean islands, including the islands of St. Kitts and Nevis, as well as her favorite destination, Eleuthera. She also loved traveling with her husband in their camper van, and together they enjoyed exploring the U.S. National Parks, making many cherished memories along the way. Her love of people, her adventurous spirit, and appreciation for beauty were evident in all she did.

Those who knew Phyllis remember her as warm, kind, loyal, generous, compassionate, patient, light-hearted, creative, resilient, and above all, loving. She could find the silver lining in everything, and she poured love into every role she embraced-whether as a nurse, mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, or friend-and her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and all who were fortunate enough to know her. May her legacy of generosity, love and strength bring comfort to those she leaves behind.

The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to everyone at Avow Hospice for their dedication, support, compassion, kindness, comfort, and loving care they provided to Phyllis and her family during this most difficult time. There aren't enough words to describe how grateful we are for this organization. We would also like to thank Legacy Options for their guidance, professionalism, kindness, and compassion, all of which were greatly appreciated in our time of grief.

A private, informal service will be held at the family home at a later date. At the suggestion of Phyllis and her family, memorial contributions may be made to Avow Hospice in lieu of flowers.