Phyllis C. (Crotty) King

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Phyllis C. (Crotty) King

Phyllis C. (Crotty) King

Phyllis (Crotty) King, 95, widow of Peter J. King, Sr. passed away peacefully on December 29th, surrounded by her children.

Phyllis was born in Lowell on August 7, 1929, the daughter of the late. George E. Crotty and Rose (Sharkey) Crotty.

As a young widow and throughout her life, Phyllis was a woman of great faith and always presented herself with dignity and grace. Love for her family was paramount in her life.

She is survived by Alberta K. Cavanaugh and her husband, Kenneth of Tyngsborough, Paul S. King and his wife Janice M. of Andover, Nancy King-Burke and her husband, Christopher M. Burke, Sr. of Andover, and Matthew J. King and his wife Ellen K. of Longmeadow; 11 grandchildren, Peter R. Cavanaugh and his wife Emily, Courtney K. Reader and her husband, Kevin, Brittney M. Manley and her husband George, Pierce J. King and his wife, Annie, Olivia R. Cottell and her husband Timothy, Maximilian P. King and his fiancee, Maggie Hardcastle, Christopher M. Burke, Jr. and his wife Dimira, Matthew J. King, Jr. and his wife Katie, Thomas P. King, Christopher T. King and Peter J. King; 7 great grandchildren, Delaney Cavanaugh, William Cavanaugh, Jackson Manley,Teagan Cottell, Darcy Cottell, Hazel King, and Grady King and many nieces and nephews.

Phyllis was also predeceased by her son, Peter J. King, Jr. and her granddaughter, Taryn L. King and her two brothers, George Crotty and Raymond Crotty.

At the family’s request, there were no calling hours. Funeral Services were held privately. Those wishing may make contributions in her memory to the Immaculate Conception Building Fund, 3 Fayette St, Lowell, MA 01852 or The Catholic TV Network, P.O. Box 9196, Watertown, MA 02471. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, Lowell, MA.

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Condolences (5)

2025-01-19 14:34:56 | Martha Donohoe - Mrs. King

Growing up I spent a great deal of time at the King home. She was always so kind, gracious, and lets not forget how pretty she was. I sincerely send my condolences to the entire family. God bless you all!

2025-01-17 15:19:30 | Ted Lynch - From a family friend

I'd like to extend my sincere condolences to all of Mrs. King's children and grandchildren for this great loss. I've always remembered her as a vibrant, fun-loving, respectful person who was a great role model for all of her children and those who knew them.

2025-01-16 16:18:45 | Mark Garduno - Friend

I was saddened to see this. But I have vivid recollections of our mothers cracking each other up when we were kids.

2025-01-15 09:16:49 | Maura (Eastham) Quinn

Nancy, my deepest condolences to you and your family.

2025-01-14 18:58:59 | Martha McGuane - Friend

I wish to extend my condolences on the loss of such a lovely woman and wonderful mother. Mrs. King always exemplified the epitome of dignity and grace. She was such a fine role model for us all. Losing one’s mother brings such heartache. I wish you all strength at this time.

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