Phyllis Sister Margaret Attwood MacLeod

A much loved wife, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, friend and neighbor, Phyllis’ strength and courage during a difficult journey, inspired us all.

Born in Glace Bay, Phyllis was the daughter of the late Wilfred “Dope” and Christena “Tena’ (MacDonald) Attwood.

A lifelong resident of Forest Street, Phyllis was most known for her kind heart, generosity, sense of humor and fun spirit. She would take on the world for anyone and was the first to lend a hand to help or an ear to listen. She always had a tireless energy that amazed many of us.

Phyllis enjoyed her time spent with family, spoiling us all with her ‘feasts’, summers at the bungalow and gardening. Known for her love of animals, she especially adored Sophie, Penny and Georgie.

Phyllis is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Donnie, children, Brian and Donna, sister, Audrey (Jim)Blacklock, Peterborough,Ontario; brothers, Tommy (Joan) Attwood, Toronto, Ontario and Allan (Grace) Attwood, Glace Bay and her nieces and nephews who loved their “Aunt Sister” .

Besides her parents, Phyllis was predeceased by her sister and friend, Ann Nicholson, Oshawa, Ontario.

Visitation for Phyllis will be held on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union Street, Glace Bay. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 2:00 pm in Newsome United Church with Rev. Michael Goodfellow officiating. Interment will take place in Greenwood Cemetery at a later date.

Donations in Phyllis’ memory may be made to palliative care, Cape Breton Metro VON, the Cape Breton Cancer Center or a charity of one’s choice. On line condolences may be left for the family at: www.pattenfuneral.com