Phyllis E. Fox
April 2, 1930 ~ April 7, 2020
PEABODY-Phyllis E. Fox, died Tuesday April 7, 2020 at Brooksby Village, Peabody, following a long illness. Born April 2, 1930 in Fort Kent, Maine she was the daughter of the late Guy C. and Carrie M. (Landers) Daigle. She moved to Peabody as a young child and graduated from Peabody High class of 1947. After graduating from the Fay School in Boston, she worked at John Hancock in Boston. She later worked for many years at the Peabody Institute Library in Danvers until her retirement.
On September 10, 1955, she married the love of her life, the late George T. Fox of Peabody. They shared 46 years together before his death in 2001. They lived in Danvers for 30 years where they raised their four children. After selling the family home George and Phyllis resided in Guilford, NH then Boxford, MA. Phyllis enjoyed many years at Brooksby Village, moving there in 2002 after George’s death.
Phyllis loved life and enjoyed people. Together they went skiing, square dancing, and camping. They traveled in later years to Europe, Bermuda and explored the U.S. They loved their camp on Square Pond in Shapleigh, Maine and shared years of memories there with family and their dear friends. Phyllis was known for her love of animals and never spent a day without a cat, dog, guinea pig or whatever stray needed help.
Phyllis is survived by her daughter Karen and her husband Stephen Haggstrom of Bradford; her son Timothy and his wife Elaine of Wrentham; her son Brian and his wife Jaci of North Andover; her daughter Jennifer and her husband Thomas Hausmann of Eliot, Maine and her grandchildren Benjamin, Emily, Erik, Danny, Henry and Will.
Due to current CDC guidelines a private burial will be held for immediate family. A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers donation may be made in Phyllis’ name to MSPCA at Nevins Farm 400 Broadway Methuen, MA 01844 or Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St, Danvers, MA 01923 or Brooksby Village Student Scholarship Fund c/o Philanthropy Office, 200 Brooksby Village Dr, Peabody, MA, 01960. Arrangements are under the direction of C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers.
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Dear Karen and Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time. Phyllis was a second mom to me. I will cherish all of the many fun times shared in Maine with both of your parents. Phyllis lit up a room with her smile, sense of humor, eagerness to try anything and ever so gentle way of getting George to implement all of her great ideas! She lived a full and joyful life and will be ever so missed by us all. Much Love, Charlene
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I shared many happy times with Phyllis. She always made me laugh. Rest In Peace.
Your friend,
Mary Jane
I worked for many years with Phyllis at PIL. It was always a delight. She was funny, warm, caring, and simply extraordinary.
Sending prayers,
Mary Behrle
Everett and I (Celia) are deeply saddened of the lost of a good friend. Our condolences go out to her family. She had a good long life. My husband lived next door when he was a child and has many memories of her. I worked with her at the PIL for many years. Phyllis could always cheer people up. God bless and rest in peace.
My heartfelt condolences goes out to all of you. Reading all about Phyllis’ life makes me feel blessed to have gotten to meet such a spectacular woman. Karen, I love all the stories you share of her and your your father and can’t wait to hear more. Peace be with all of you during this difficult time. Love to all. Fondly, Cheryl Hemsey
You Mom & Dad were and are Very Special. We will miss them both. You all had the Very Greatest Parents. Love Bill & Suzi Habeck
condolences to the family from Mel Babner Class of 1947
Phyllis was a very special lady. I knew her for years at Brooksby Village and always loved her. She will truly be missed. My condolences to Karen and her family.
Love,
Donna Muse