Reverend Phyllis Marie McHugh

Reverend Phyllis Marie McHugh obituary, Philadelphia, PA

Reverend Phyllis Marie McHugh

Phyllis McHugh Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, LLC - Pottstown on Jan. 4, 2026.
Reverend Phyllis Marie (Brown) McHugh, Pastor Emeritus, St. Thomas More Parish, Elkins Park, passed away on December 28 th, 2025, at the age of 76. A life-long resident of Philadelphia and graduate of Holy Family College & received her master's degree from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary.

In her lifetime, Phyllis was fiercely devoted to her faith and her family. Whether it was doting on her grandsons, ministering to her parish, enjoying music or reading one of her many books, she was a woman of remarkable strength and spirit. Her kind nature, warmth, and love will be cherished by all who knew her.

Phyllis is survived by her loving Husband of 47 years, Chris McHugh; her son Christopher; her grandchildren Christopher & Connor; and her sister Joanne Pimble. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph & Rita Brown, and her brother Robert Brown.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, January 9 th, at 11am at St. Thomas More Parish in Elkins Park. (7809 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027) A viewing will be available from 10-11am prior to the mass. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Thomas More Parish via their website: https://www.stthomasmoreparish.org/

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Melanie Capoferri

January 5, 2026

Phyllis was a wonderful friend
and talented musician. She
was a joy to work with and
had an amazing, witty sense
of humor. She will be greatly
missed.

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