Whynot, Phyllis Mildred, 86, of Milton, Queens County, passed away on Saturday, June 29th, 2013, in the Queens General Hospital, Liverpool.
Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Mahar) Gritt.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. There was nothing Phyllis enjoyed more than spending time with her family and her dog Snuggles. She was a volunteer for many years at the Milton Bingo and an active player right up until her final days. She helped her family run a canteen in Milton for many years.
She is survived by daughters, Norma Mitchell, of Brooklyn, Frances (James) Gaskell, of Milton, Carol (Keith) Crosland, of Chipman Brook, Judith (Wayne) Anthony, of Milton; grandchildren Wayne (Darlene) Benham, Millie Benham, Scott Mitchell, James Mitchell, Kyla (Mark) Genge, Krista (Kevin) Seyffert, Neil (Susan) Gaskell, John Gaskell, Michael Anthony; 13 great-grandchildren; sister Edna Bastie, of Halifax; sister-in-law Jean Lyle, of Barrington Passage; several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her loving husband Albert; grandson Jeremy Gaskell; sisters Mary Deal, Evelyn Pitts, Marion Hicks; brothers Jim Turner and John Gritt.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013, from 7-9 p.m., from Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A Celebration of Phyllis’s life will be held on Wednesday, July 3rd, 2013, at 11:00 a.m., from the Milton Baptist Church. Reverend Corey Pickens officiating. Burial will be in the Milton Community Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Milton Baptist Church or to the Queens General Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.chandlersfuneral.com
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clyde and david whynot
IAM VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF PHYLLIS MAY SHE REST IN PEACE OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Dale and Suzanne Verge
Norma and family …so very sorry to hear of your mothers passing.. we are thinking of you ,,and our prayers and thoughts are with you Dale and Sue
Tish Fisher
To Fran and family, Sorry for your loss. She sure was a nice lady.
Sincerely, Tish .
Dianne Wamboldt
Norma, Carol, Fran & Judy…..
David & I are so sorry to hear about your Mom. Growing up, your house was like a second home to me as you all know, and your parents always treated me the best……. many happy memories from those days. Phyllis was always the same way, friendly and kind to everyone. Take care…….thinking of you all.
Brenda and Ira Huskins
Sympathy to Norma and the rest of the family in the passing of one of your dear ones.
sylvia whynot
I am sorry to hear of your mother’s passing ,she was a lovely lady, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sylvia Mansfield Fancy
To the girls and their families,
Many years ago I had the pleasure of meeting Phyl when I attended Milton School. Memories of time spent at the “canteen” and of my spending time in her home was and always will be cherished .. A more kind and gentle soul I have never met. Judy, a special rememberence to you as we were buddies back then and we shared a lot . May you all hold your memories of your mother close to your heart and pls accept my sincere condolences at this very difficult time. Thoughts, prayers and hugs to you all.
Sylvia
Viv Croft (Whynot)
So sorry to hear about the passing of Phyllis. She was such a sweet lady……….lean on each other in the days ahead, my thoughts and prayers are sent your way
Brenda Lawrence
Fran and family . Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing . She was certainly loved by her family and will be great missed by all of you . She was a very pleasant lady . God bless. Her suffering is over . Sincere sympathy to the family .
Erin and Jeff Ingram
We are so sorry to hear that Phylis has passed away. Our deepest sympathies to all of her family.
midge
norma,carol, fran and judy, so sorry to hear of your mom,s passing .you will be in my prays .
irving whynot
So sorry to hear about the passing of Phyllis.She and Albert were such nice people.Spent so much time there in my younger days.She will be missed.Irving,Jeanette, Scott and Dwayne Whynot
Connie Mooers & Danny.
Dear Norma, Fran & Families,Extending much sympathy during the passing of your dear Mother. I remember her being a very friendly lady, always sharing her beautifull smile .May God Bless & comfort you in the days ahead.
Gerry & Phyllis Leaman
Family of Phyllis Your Mom was a special lady , quiet and so pleasant. Always enjoyed our little chats. I am sure you have so many good memories that will help your sad time now.Thinking of you all at this time.
angie wamboldt
norma,fran.judy.and carol so very sorry about your moms passing she was a very nice woman .whenever I seen her be it in the grocery store or out in the yard with her dog or at Milton bingo when she used to go we always used to have a little chat she will be missed by a lot of people.my heart goes out to you all god bless
Marilyn (Wagner} Daniels
So shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Phyllis. She seemed so well and happy just a week ago, and it was so nice to see you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Your Mom and Dad were very special to us. Hugs……
Pat Wigglesworth
Fran and Family
So sorry to hear of your Moms passing, my thoughts are with at this difficult time.
valerie &gary joudrey
norma so sorry to hear about your mother’s passing.when i used to go to bingo i used to see her there selling cards or at the canteen.nice lady always smiling.
Judy Vey
Norma and family – I was so sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. It is hard to lose a parent regardless of age or health. My thoughts are with you, Millie and the rest of the family.
Donna and David Dicks
Fran, Judy and Family, Sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Our sincere sympathy to the family Take care.
Robert & Sally Fader
Judy and family:
So sorry to read of your mum’s passing. She was such a quiet, gentle person and I always enjoyed my chats with her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Ann Kent (Keating)
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom – she was a wonderful lady, very outgoing, and one of the friendliest people.
On behalf of the Keating family, please accept our sincere condolences and know that you are all in our thoughts.
Maurice & Betty Whynott,Mersey Place CT.
So sorry for you loss. Prayers and with you all.
julie whynot
Norma,Fran,Judy and Corol and the rest of the family so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom she will be very much missed I know I will miss walking by the house many times a day n having her stand in the door window waving her hand saying hi and along with many other things that myself n many others will miss my thoughts and prayers are with u all may the beautiful angel R.I.P in heaven
Doris Schnare
Jimmie, Fran and family, My sincere condolences in the death of your mother. She was a pleasant and friendly lady.
Glen, Diane Dexter and Family
Norma, Carol, Fran, Judy and Families, So sorry for your loss. Your Mom was such a sweet lady. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Monica Roberts
Norma and Millie,
Sorry to hear of your loss. I will miss seeing Phyllis out in her yard whenever I drove by. She was always smiling. Take care
Monica
Boe Boutlier
Norma and families,
Saddened to hear of Phyllis’s passing. I ate a lot of her fish and chips back in the day when she ran the canteen. She was always friendly and took the time to talk. Take care
Boe and Marilyn
Tim McDonald
I was so sad to hear of Phyllis’s passing. She was such a wonderful person. She enjoyed her night out to Milton Bingo so much and I will always remember her gentle voice saying “Bingo” when she won. I know all of you will miss her greatly and so will all of us who were lucky to know her.
Eldrige/Phyllis Whynot& Family
Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With You In Your Time Of Sorrow.
Joanne Frost
My sincere sympathies on the passing of your mom. You are in my thoughts and prayers, my friend.
Barb and Lorne Redmond
We wish to convey our deepest sympathy to all the family. You are in our thoughts at this sad time. You certainly were very devoted to your mother which was lovely to see.
Judy Hyson
My deepest sympathies to the family on the passing of your mom.My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Noweta and Ron
To all the family,
Sending our deepest sympathy to all of you as you go though this sad time of losing a loved one .
Enid MacKay
Fran and family Please accept my sincere sympathy.No words can erase the pain Just know you are in our prayers
Enid
Bessie Harnish
Norma & Families,
Norma,i was so sorry to hear of your mother passing,cause I just seen you two the other day.May God be with you.Think of all the good memories you had together.
Bessie & Brothers
Sharon & Ronald Verge
Fran and Family, so sorry to hear that your Mom passed away,Please accept our sincere sympathy .Our thoughts and prayers are with the you and the Family.
gloria aulenback...gary
to: norma, carol, fran & judy,
our thoughts and prayers are with you girls and your families. think of the good times i had at your home when growing up. Phyllis was always very nice to me.
gloria
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
Our condolences to all the family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marina Jesso {MacLeod }
Carol, Norma, Fran, Judy and families, It was such a shock to hear your MOM had passed away. My thoughts are with each of you
Lynn Rafuse
Fran, My condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
Barbara Carr
Norma, Carol, Fran, Judy and Families:
So sorry for your loss, it was my pleasure to play at your Mom’s funeral, to have an opportunity to see the love among your family and to learn of her “grit”. Sorry I didn’t get a chance to meet you all after, as I had to go to work.
Blessing to you all: Barbara Carr
Judi & Ken Minard
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Your mother was always smiling and kind to all.
Diane Smith
Fran and family, so sorry to hear about your loss. Let your memories console you during the days to come.
Bruce and Melanie Inglis
Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of your mother. I hope your happy memories give you comfort in the days to come.
Rika Bolivar
sorry to hear of your mom and grandmother of her passing may knowing that she loved you all and one day will see her be of comfort to you all.
Peggy Kelley
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow.
Kathy and Wade MacLeod
To: Carol, Norma, Fran, Judy, and Families.
So sorry to hear that your mother has passed away. She was a wonderful lady and I always enjoyed our chats. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Joanne MacLeod and Family,
To: Carol, Norma, Fran, Judy and Families.
So sorry to hear that your mother has passed away. May happier memories help you all through this tough time along with support from family and friends.
bonnie dalby flemming
so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing..i am thinking of you judy..xo
Phillip and Darlene Mulle
Sorry for your lost. When I think of Phyllis a smile come to my face. A great person.