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Phyllis Selina Angel

Born: March 26th, 1935

Passed on: March 15th, 2017

Passed peacefully away on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at St. Luke's Nursing Home. Phyllis Angel age 81 years. Predeceased by her parents Sadi (nee Bennett) and Llewellyn Miller; sisters Jean Skanes and Elizabeth Hiscock. Leaving to mourn her husband of 59 years Francis C; sons John, Paul (Janet) and Tim; grandchildren Christopher, Summer, Samuel and Jackson; brothers Harold (Melvie) and Llewellyn (Lorraine); brothers-in-law Jack Hiscock and Ron Skanes, David (Eileen) Angel, Larry (Donna) Angel; sister-in-law Lori (Doug) Brady, as well as many other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Phyllis was known as an icon in the Arts and Dance community of Newfoundland. She trained at the National Ballet of Canada and was recognized as an accomplished dancer in her own right. She will be best remembered for the Phyllis Angel School of Dance. In 2004 Phyllis was elected into the Arts Hall of Honour by the Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council. She was a pioneer in the dance community of Newfoundland, and the positive influence on her students resulted in many dance academies that continue to this day. A special thank you is extended to the staff at St. Luke's Home for their care and compassion. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Friday March 17 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral service to take place on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. at Caul's Chapel. Cremation to follow. Flowers gratefully accepted or a donation in her memory may be made to The Dance Teachers Association of Newfoundland and Labrador Scholarship Fund.

 

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