Phyllis Joan James
June 21, 1947 to April 18, 2024
Obituary
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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, Phyllis Joan James, nee Brown, at the age of 76 on April 18, 2024 after a lengthy illness with Alzheimer’s/dementia. Phyllis was born on June 21, 1947 to Frederick and Shirley Brown in Gander, NL.
She is survived by her daughter, Sharon (Jonathan Mahoney), her son Michael (Janet) her eldest son Douglas (Cynthia), nine grandchildren, who she adored dearly, Alexandria Harvey (Mackenzie), Jackson, Dylan, and Kathryn Mahoney, Evan, Halle, Karly, Jack, and Ella James, and her nine sisters and brothers, Carl (Gloria) Brown, Roy (Hazel) Brown, Gloria (Pierre) Belec, Marlene (Gilles) Paré, Darryl (Paulette) Brown, Glenn (Bernice) Brown, Ron (Jenny) Brown, Barry (Sharon) Brown, and Derek (Rosemary) Brown, and her special friend Cliff Head, as well as many nieces, nephews and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, David James, her parents, Fred and Shirley Brown and her parents-in-law, John (Jack) and Elizabeth James.
Phyllis had a meaningful career with Bell Aliant. Upon retirement, she took great pride in spending time with her grandchildren. Phyllis loved to travel, and she always looked forward to her many trips with “the girls”, Cliff, or her family. Phyllis was always there for her three children, Doug, Mike, and Sharon. After losing her husband, Dave at a young age, she took on the role of dual parent and she never missed a beat. Phyllis will be missed dearly by all who knew her.
The family would like to thank the wonderful doctors, nurses, and staff at Chancellor Park for the care provided to Phyllis over the past year, as well as Lanes Retirement Living. She was always loved.
Cremation has taken place. Family will receive visitors at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Sunday, April 21 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be held from the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Monday, April 22 at 1 p.m. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Phyllis’ life. The funeral service will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person.
Flowers graciously accepted or donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of NL in Phyllis’ honour.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on April 21, 2024
7-9 p.m. on April 21, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Celebration of Life
1:00pm, Monday April 22nd
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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My sincere Condolences to all the family..
My sincere condolences to the Brown and James families. Phyllis lived life so well. I remember my chats in recent years looking back on growing up in YQX and being so blessed to do so. I recall meeting Sharon during my time at the refinery. Thoughts are with you all.
Fred Wilcox
Blind Bay, BC
Very sorry for the loss your of your Mother. Both John & I have fond memories of her. RIP Phyllis.
John & Barbara Fisher
I was saddened to hear of Phyllis passing,my sincere condolences to the Brown and James Families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Betty Burton.
April 21,2024
Sharon and Jonathan and your family and siblings:
Sorry for your loss.
Perry and Geraldine
Sharon, Jonathan and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your beautiful Mom. She would light up the room at any family event, and she was incredibly kind, funny and friendly. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. 🩷
I am very sad to hear this. My condolences to Phyllis’s family. She was a lovely lady.
Dave and Phyllis stood at our wedding in 1968 and we at theirs years following, we were the best of friends for many years. Condolences to all the the family.
George, Theresa and family.
Sharon and family
Very sorry to learn of your mother’s passing.
Take care
Jeanette, Bob and Corey Yetman
We are very sorry to hear of Phyllis’s passing. She was a very special lady to Cliff and to us as well. She will surely be missed. Please accept our deepest condolences to all of the family at this difficult time.
Tony Head and Sharon Coish
My sincere condolences to the James family. Phyllis was a part of my work family at Bell Aliant for many years. I have so many fond memories and we shared a good few laughs together! Although I have not seen her in many years, I would say my strongest memory if Phyllis is the pride she had for her children. She was a great colleague and wonderful human. May you rest in peace ❤️.
My sincere condolences to Phyllis’s children and all her siblings. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grieving.
Lorna Langdon Samsoondar
So sorry to hear of Phyllis passing , knew her well when she lived in Gander , my sincere condolences to all her family. Take care
Mike & family, our deepest sympathy to you all at this very sad time. May she rest rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of Phyllis’ passing. Another of our generation of school mates gone. My condolences to the Brown and James families
R.I.P Phyllis
Wayne Suley
Sorry to hear about Phyllis’s passing . Knew Phyllis very well from growing up in Gander, a great Lady. Condolences to the Brown and James family.
Barry Clouter
My sincere condolences to Phyllis’s family. I worked with Your Mom at Aliant for many years. Such a beautiful lady.
I am profoundly saddened with a the loss of my wonderful friend Phyllis. We first met in the early 1980s when we were both involved with the Virginia Park Brownies. We lived in the same neighborhood and so we quickly developed a close friendship that has lasted through the years. As our children grew older we were able to go on many vacations and Caribbean cruises together. I have so many wonderful memories of our many adventures and shared experiences. I feel so privileged to have had such a wonderful person as my best friend. I will forever miss her.
Marlene- & The Brown/James Families:
Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your precious loved one..
Although words are so inadequate at this time, just know we are thinking of you all and wishing everybody “peace of mind” in the coming days.
Phyllis was a wonderful person, and you all have your special memories which will help carry you through .
Again, please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers!
Marie & Mike Kelly
So sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts.
One of Mom’s best friends for life. Can’t believe we lost both of them within 3 weeks of each other. I know they are up there playing cards together.
I was saddened to hear of Phyllis’s passing. Remember her well and would often run into her and chat with her on my visits back to Gander. She was such a lovely person. My sincere condolences to to the Brown and James families.
Bert Waterman
Ottawa, ON
I am so sorry to hear of Phyliss’s loss! I only knew her for a short time but she was a joy to know. Kind eyes and warm heart. She will be missed by all who knew her. I am thinking of her family during this time.
My sincerest condolences Sharon, Mike, and Doug. I have such great memories of your mom. I loved her dearly. I loved how great a mom she was with all three of you. A wonderful woman. Rest in peace Phyllis ❤️
So sorry to hear of Phyllis’s passing. I have many fond memories of working with her at Bell Aliant. May she rest in peace.
Sending my sincere condolences on the passing of your dear sister. May all your memories of past times give you strength in the days ahead.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Phyllis please accept my condolences. ….Denny Mullins.
So sorry for your lost., very fond memories of Phyllis visiting my mom, Elizabeth James nee Kelly, in St.John’s. Rest In Peace.
Sharon,So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I have a lot of great memories of Phyllis during our guiding years . Sending thoughts and prayers to you and all her family during this most difficult time. RIP Phyllis.
So sorry to hear Sharon , Doug and Micheal , she will be missed by all of us
Bernice and Glenn Brown
Sharon & family , we are so sorry to read of your mom’s passing. Please know we are thinking of you at this sad time .
Nicole Vardy & Mom Brenda Martin
So sorry for your loss Sharon. Thinking of you and your family at this time.