Phyllis DeWind Obituary
NORTH CHILI, NY – February 12, 2026 at age 92. Phyllis was predeceased by her daughter Brenda, parents Earl and Mary McMann, sisters Doris and Rosemary, brothers Jack and Earl Jr, and nephew Danny. She is survived by her loving husband of 68 years Gerry, son Brian (Cindy) DeWind, grandchildren Eric (Brittany) DeWind and Lindsay (Andrew) Staroska, great grandchildren Jack and Natalie DeWind. She was born and raised in Waterloo, NY and lived for many years in Geneva, NY where she was a homemaker and secretary for a local dentist. She was a dog lover and really enjoyed football season and cheering on the Buffalo Bills. The family would like to thank the staff at Hildebrandt Hospice for their compassionate care during her final days. Donations in Phyllis’s name may be made to either Lollypop Farm (www.lollypop.org) or the Hildebrandt Hospice Care Fund (www.rrhgive.org/giving). No prior calling or services. Private interment.
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