Mary M. Phillips, 82, of Tavares, passed away Monday, November 3, 2025. Born in New Rochelle, New York, she has lived in Lake County on and off since 1986. She owned and operated several Clock/Watch Shops Including the Cuckoo Nest in Mount Dora. Mary is survived by her daughter. Stephanie Phillips, Tavares, FL; granddaughter, Stephanie Murray; 4 great-grandchildren, Jamaica, Chloe, Emma, Jagger. She was preceded in death by 2 daughters, Stacey Phillips and Susan Phillips. Online Guestbook available at www.hardenpauli.com Arrangements by Harden/Pauli Funeral Home, Eustis, Florida.
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