Phyllis Bell Daggett

Phyllis Bell Daggett, 96, formerly of Union Springs, NY passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 in Horseheads, NY. She was born on April 24, 1927 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to the late John and Susanna Bell. Phyllis and her husband, Walter, owned and operated Daggett’s Variety Store in Union Springs for 27 years. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Cayuga Chapter #339 and Scipio Center #173.  She was the founder of the International Order of Rainbow for Girls chapter in Union Springs. Phyllis was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ and served as their secretary for many years. 

She is survived by,

Children:             Carol D. Wylie and her husband Mark

                            Wesley J. Daggett and his wife Peggy

                            Walter R. Daggett, Jr. and his wife Sue

5 Grandchildren: Jonathan C. Wylie and his wife Amanda

                            Adam W. Daggett and his wife Melissa

                            Eric D. Daggett and his wife Carlee

                            Patricia R. Woz and her husband Bret

                            Jennifer L. Wolford and her husband Adam

5 Great Grandchildren:  Norah Wylie, Lillie and Clara Woz, and Sammy and Bella Wolford

Several Nieces and Nephews

In addition to her parents, Phyllis was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Walter R. Daggett in 2009. 

There will be a Celebration of Life at 1PM on August 12, 2023 at Trinity United Church of Christ, 163 Cayuga Street, Union Springs, NY. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Trinity United Church of Christ, 163 Cayuga Street, Union Springs, NY 13160 or the Union Springs Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 72, Union Springs, NY 13160 in memory of Phyllis Bell Daggett.

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