Evelyn Matilda Phillips

Evelyn Matilda Phillips

Evelyn Phillips Obituary

Published by Shumaker Funeral Home, Inc - Punxsutawney on Jul. 24, 2018.
Evelyn was born on May 6, 1923 and passed away on Saturday, July 21, 2018. Evelyn was a resident of Pennsylvania at the time of passing. In 1941, Tillie graduated from Punxsutawney High School. In April of the following year, she married Kenneth E. Phillips just before his departure to begin his service with the Seabees of the U.S. Navy in World War II. A funeral service officiated by Pastor Paul Ritchey will be held at 11 a.m. at the Church.

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Belinda Attwood

July 25, 2018

Dear Tracy, Cindy, Pam, Kathy, and Penny,
I am deeply saddened to learn of Tillie's passing. I can still see her standing in her kitchen at 218 N. Penn Street, laughing, as Tracy and I would debate the merits of a peanut butter sandwich folded over versus cut diagonally, while she would happily prepare one sandwich to each of our fussy seven year old specifications.
As decades passed, from the time when I was an awkward, insecure girl, through becoming a grown woman with children of my own in tow, Tillie always welcomed me into her home with genuine warmth, encouragement, compassion and love. She was the Bonus Mom of my childhood and I loved her.
My deepest condolences to each of you and your families, and most especially to Tracy, in the loss of your lovely, sweet and strong mother.
With fond regards,
Bindy.

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