Phyllis L. (Fonda) Weaver, 88, of Milford, passed away, Tuesday, September 13, 2016, with her daughters by her side. She was born in Longmont CO, the daughter of James and Gertrude (Hooker) Fonda on April 27, 1928. Phyllis graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a B.A. degree in psychology from the University of Colorado in 1950. She resided in Hopedale and Milford most of her life. Phyllis lived a long and full life and had many wonderful friends. She loved the stage and was an accomplished actress involved in many local theater groups and films. An avid game player from childhood, she was a charter member of the Dr. Dreck Domino Club. A member of Mensa and a prolific reader, she belonged to several book clubs. She also formed a deep and lasting bond with members of the Milford Women’s Group who were dear to her heart. Phyllis enjoyed traveling and visited numerous exotic locations around the world with a cherished friend.
Phyllis is survived by her children, Jennifer Weaver-Heim and and her husband Scott of Upton, Bridget Weaver of Paonia, CO, one granddaughter Gabrielle Lyons of Kapaa, HI, one sister Julia and her husband Skip of Massillon OH, many nieces and nephews and numerous friends around the world.
She was predeceased by her siblings, Jean and ken.
A celebration of her life will be held for family and friends at a date to be announced. Memorial contributions in her memory may be made to the Milford Senior Center 60 North Bow St. Milford MA 01757 or to the Meals on Wheels c/o Tri-Valley Inc. 10 Mill St. Dudley MA 01571
The arrangements are under the direction of the Consigli-Ruggerio Funeral Home 46 Water St.