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Personal note from Jonni, Joshua, Jenna, Lyzzi, Jojo, and Izzi

Thank you so much for the overwhelming love and support you've shown us during this difficult time. We have read each of your cards, posts and messages, and they mean more to us than we can express. We are still in shock with how quickly she departed. We’ll respond individually as soon as we’re able.

We want to thank especially: Katie Conant & Kathy Harrington for their unwavering friendship & presence, Aliya Baxter & Aniya, and James Goulding for taking the time to visit her in her final days. Thank you to Jessi Harris & Crystal Flynn for sitting with me by her bedside.

We also are so grateful for family that made the long trips from NJ, NY, NH and TX to come and be with her: Paul & Barbara Shackford, Sally Shackford, Chris Tellier, Julia Wilson, and Kathryn Shackford. We also want to thank Anne Powers for all she did to support us during this time.

Once she returns home to us, we’ll share updates about plans for a small service here and another in New England next year. Your kindness and compassion have been a great comfort to us, and we’re truly grateful.

With our love and gratitude,

Jonni, Josh, Jenna, Izzi, Lyzzi, and Jojo

Obituary

Phyllis Ann Shackford (Valdes, Faiola) | March 8, 1947 – November 10, 2024 | Thomasville, NC

Phyllis Ann Shackford, 77, of Thomasville, NC, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024. She was born on March 8, 1947, in Gardner, MA, the daughter of the late Richard Shackford and Lillian Astramowicz Shackford. Throughout her life, Phyllis was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, leaving a lasting impact on everyone she met.

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We plan on a small, family service in December in NC and something in New England next Summer. I will update here as we have details.

Memories & condolences

So very sorry for your loss, JonniAnn..I worked for your Mom in Westminster many years ago...She was not only my Superv…
So very sorry for your loss, JonniAnn..I worked for your Mom in Westminster many years ago...She wa…
So very sorry for your loss, JonniAnn..I worked for your Mom in …
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The family is in our prayers and thoughts. We loved Phyllis and her humor, her love, and her talents. Miss her tremendo…
The family is in our prayers and thoughts. We loved Phyllis and her humor, her love, and her talent…
The family is in our prayers and thoughts. We loved Phyllis and …
Jonni and family… Jeff and I are so sorry and we know that this is a very difficult time for you all. Please know that …
Jonni and family… Jeff and I are so sorry and we know that this is a very difficult time for you al…
Jonni and family… Jeff and I are so sorry and we know that this …

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What was Phyllis's favorite color?
Green or Teal
Green or Teal
Green or Teal
What were Phyllis's favorite ways to spend free time?
Hanging out with her 4 year old great granddaughter, Izabella. Sewing, until a coup…
Hanging out with her 4 year old great granddaughter, Izabella. Sewing, until a couple of year…
Hanging out with her 4 year old great granddaughter, Izabella. Sewing, until a couple of years ago.
What were Phyllis's favorite performances to watch?
She watched every iteration of The Nutcracker on TV every year.
She watched every iteration of The Nutcracker on TV every year.
She watched every iteration of The Nutcracker on TV every year.
What were Phyllis's favorite vacation spots?
Disney. The beach wherever she may be; in PR, she loved Luquillo. She also loved My…
Disney. The beach wherever she may be; in PR, she loved Luquillo. She also loved Myrtle Beach…
Disney. The beach wherever she may be; in PR, she loved Luquillo. She also loved Myrtle Beach and Hampton Beach.

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Born

March 8th, 1947
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Graduated from high school

1965
Gardner High School, Elm Street, Gardner, MA
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Had a child, Jonni Goulding

September 1st, 1969
Miami, FL

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