Thursday, January 12, 2017
Phillips, Elaine T. formerly of Huntington Station, passed suddenly but peacefully on December 10, 2016, with her loving family by her side.
Beloved wife of Richard for 57 years. Loving Mother of Laura (Billy) Raganella of Huntington, Helene Weber of Jacksonville FL, and Cathy (Ted) Thomson of St. Augustine FL.
Cherished Grandmother of Jessica Arco, Tyler, Morgan, Nicholas Thomson and Elana Raganella. Cherished oldest sister of the very recently passed Frederick (Roseanne)Potter, Robert(Carl), Albert, William, sister Barbara (John) Ramirez and many, many entertained and loving nieces and nephews. Adored by her loyal and devoted dog Sara.
Born in Queens, to the late Frederick and Helen Podhoranyi Potter. She grew up in Brooklyn, where she met her husband in their childhood. They lived in Huntington Station for 32 years where they raised their three daughters. She was a Police Officer's wife and was very strong. They then moved to Saratoga Springs, NY and she became the unofficial photographer for 20 years. In 2015 they moved to Jacksonville, FL to be nearer to their children and grandchildren.
She was a nurturer. She was a hugger. She always gave you "Your Birthday smacks." on the Tush. One for each year, one for good luck, one for good health and a pinch to grow an inch. No matter who you were! Her boss , even our 90 year old Grandma! And she NEVER forgot! She liked to be called the "Crazy Old Lady. "
She loved all creatures great and small. She worked at West Hills Animal Hospital for many happy years. She had a passion for animals. Always.
She was famous for her Award Winning Cheesecakes which she would always deliver to you on your birthday. All of her family, the neighbors, the bank tellers, the supermarket checkouts, everyone. She sold and collected Avon for over 40 years where she was a member of The President's Club. She was very proud of her many Mrs. Albee Awards. She was a Valentine baby. She loved teddy bears, hearts and hugs. She was well known wherever she lived. She loved her communities and all the people and animals who lived in them. She was an amazing dog trainer. She was an amazing kid trainer.
She was tough with a big big heart. She wanted to help everyone. She was a nurturer. She was generous and gave to every charity that asked. And those who didn't ask. Every time.
She lived. She loved. She will be loved and missed by us all..... until we meet again..... Hugs.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donation you can, to a Children's or Animal Rescue Charity of your choice, or The American Heart Association.
