Lucy Mary Phillips, age 91, of Gladstone passed away on, Wednesday, September 14, 2016, at home, surrounded by her loving family, following a brief illness.
Lucy was born April 24, 1925 in Escanaba, the daughter of John and Delia (Dousi) Hurkmans. She was united in marriage to Raymond G. Phillips Sr. on December 13, 1946. Lucy was a longtime member of All Saints Catholic Church in Gladstone and often worked at the church craft shows. She was a former member of the American Legion Post in Gwinn and enjoyed spending time with family, playing cards and board games, sewing and volunteering.
Lucy is survived by three sons, James “Bill” (Eileen) Phillips of Brampton, Raymond G. (Bonnie) Phillips Jr. of Escanaba, Rodney G. (Linda) Phillips of Gladstone; two daughters, Dawn (Arland) LaVigne of Gladstone and Lorna (Angel) Ayala of Soo Hill; ten grandchildren, a special great grandson, Dimytrius LaVigne and numerous great and great-great grandchildren; one brother, Tony (Sonya) Hurkmans of Mesa, AZ; three sisters, Therese Sebeck of Escanaba, Caroline Lynch of Wells and Rose Lynch of Gladstone and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, a son, Richard A. Phillips Sr., her parents, sisters, Marge Freeman, Betty St. Vincent, Maryann Steede, Ann Olson and Millie Sarasin, brothers, NIck, Joe, Jim, Guy and Bill Hurkmans and two grandsons, Richard Phillips Jr. and Michael Phillips.
The family will receive friends on Monday, September 19 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:00 PM at All Saints Catholic Church in Gladstone with Rev. Fr. Jamie Ziminski and Rev. Fr. Arnold Grambow officiating. A luncheon will follow the services in the parish hall. Lucy will be laid to rest in the Fernwood Cemetery in Gladstone.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the All Saints Catholic Church.
Lorraine Carter - Morris, GA
My deepest sympathies in the passing of dear Lucy. It was totally my pleasure to meet her last August, year ago and share time. Also, during my visit to MI, last December and January of this year. She was a dear precious Lady. Prayers for all the Family and Friends. Gods Blessing of comfort is my prayer.
Lorna Ayala. - Escanaba, MI
I only knew as my Mama Lucy for 9 years but she made feel me as if I had been her own daughter for my entire life. She meant/means so much more than I can explain. She accepted me into her life and loved me for who I am. My brothers and sister have done the same. I have been so very blessed to have had this loving family, that I only recently became part of, welcome me with open hearts and arms. I thank my brothers, Bill, Rodney, Raymond, sister Dawn for sharing this loving woman with me . She and all of you have enriched my life beyond belief. I will forever miss Mama Lucy. Our memories makes us cry now but with time they will only make us smile.
Pamela R. Keskimaki
Rest in peace Auntie you are now with our Heavenly family. Miss you already see you one day again. Sincere sympathy to your whole family… she will be missed by all who know her… niece Pam
Don and Karen Sarasin and family. - Winter Haven, FL
We are going to miss you Auntie Lucy. You were the sweetest of sweet. I wish we could of seen you more often but distance made that hard. I know you are now wrapped in the arms of our Lord and with all the other family members who have gone before. Love and miss you very much. Until we meet again, all our love.
Barbara A Nelson - Escanaba, MI
Knew Lucy for many years. My prayers for the repose of her soul.
Mark LaChance - South Beloit, Il
May God Bless you as he has welcomed you into his heavenly kingdom. We will miss you Aunt Lucy! You were always so caring. Our thoughts are with you Dawn, Bill, Rodney, and Ray.
Carol Lippold - Escanaba, MI
Auntie Lucky will be greatly missed. She was a beautiful person. She is onice again with Uncle Ray and many loved ones in heaven. Prayers for family at this difficult time. Sending lots of HUGS
Kristie Gilbert - Cornell, MI
My great Auntie Lu was such a sweet lady..She was always looking out for everyone she could. I will love and miss her very much. Say hi to my grandma and Bud for me.
Dimytrius LaVigne - Wrightstown, WI
may you fly high nana. may you fly high.