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PHYLLIS REDDICK Obituary
August 18, 1937 -
December 27, 2019
LAKELAND - Phyllis passed away peacefully December 27, 2019 with her children by her side.
She grew up in Gainesville, FL, graduated from PK Yonge School and the University of Florida where she was active in ADPi sorority, a Gator Band Majorette and Summer Frolics Queen.
Phyllis was a beloved teacher, coach and mentor during her 30 plus year career at Clearwater Central Catholic HS and Oak Grove Middle School, joyfully serving as a surrogate mom and lifelong cheerleader for her students.
She raised her family in Clearwater, FL where she lived for 50 years before moving to Lakeland to be close to her two youngest granddaughters.
Mother, Grandma, Nana, daughter, sister, friend, educator... we are all better people for her love, inspiration, and support and she is already dearly missed.
Phyllis is survived by children Hal (Michelle), Susan (Mark) Sessums, Pamela(Tom) Bergeson; grandchilden Haleigh, Cayla, Mia, Amelie, Kristin, Erik; sister Charlotte Olroyd and brothers Dick (Jane) and Phil (Sue).
She is pre-deceased by her parents Felix and Elsie Lagasse', brothers Paul and Bob.
Celebration of Life Feb 8, 2020, 11 a.m. St Paul United Methodist Church, Largo and Sylvan Abbey, Clearwater. Dignitymemorial.com.
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Jane Lagasse
February 6, 2020
Dick and I are so sorry we won't be with all of the family for the service for Phyllis. She was a fighter and we always admired her for her courage and spirit. I first met Phyllis when she had just returned from camp and was a bridesmaid at our wedding(62 years ago). We always lived away from Phyllis but tried to visit whenever we were in Florida.
We will miss you Phyllis and your spunky spirit. Dick and Jane
Judy Carey
February 3, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Phyllis. I worked with her at Oak Grove but more than that she was my friend. I always smile when I think of her and some of the stories I could tell. Unfortunately I lost touch with her a few years after she moved but she still brings a smile to my face when I think of her. My condolences to her family.
Denise Mitchell-Carter
February 1, 2020
Prayers for your family. I hope you take comfort knowing that your mom is with our Lord and Savior. It is hard for our love ones left behind missing her.
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Colleen Mahoney
January 25, 2020
Phyllis was like a Mom to me in High School, seeing beyond my smile and into my heart and soul like no one else ever has. In later years we became friends. I was in touch with her up until her passing, most recently sending her my annual Christmas card and personalized note.
She adored her children and students...and later her grandchildren. She was beautiful inside and out...so full of love and sweetness.
I will miss her dearly. Pam, Susan, and Hal - you and your families are in my thoughts and close to my heart. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories and the fact that she is a peace. Hugs!
Pamela Dory
January 22, 2020
Phyllis was a beautiful women and touched so many with her kind heart & hugs of love.
Nichole Bordner
January 22, 2020
Mrs. Reddick was my health teacher at Oak Grove Middle School and I just adored her. She was such a sweet, caring and funny lady. She mentored me in many other ways aside from making health class tolerable. If you left such an impact on me 30 plus years ago, I can only imagine how much your friends and family must be grieving you. Rest in peace sweet lady.
Pam Vance
January 22, 2020
I am also saddened to learn of her passing. Although Phyllis was never my teacher, so was my neighbor for many years. May she rest in peace.
Rich Lupi
January 20, 2020
I was very saddened to hear about the passing of dear Phyllis. She was a very nice lady and I was her mailman for several years in Clearwater. I remembered how sad she was when she left her home and moved to Lakeland to help out her children who were in the military. She moved to help her grandchildren while they were deployed. Her house on Fairfield Drive will always be her house to me. She always looked out for everyone first .I was glad I got to know her.
Melanie Beiser
January 19, 2020
She coached me in Basketball at CCC and was also my PE teacher ! I Really loved her. Her obituary proved what a great lady she was and how loved she was. May she rest in eternal peace and may God comfort her family and friends.
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