Worcester - Phyllis D. (Casey) Beaudreau, 94, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at the Holy Trinity Nursing Home. Her husband of 38 years, Alfred J. Beaudreau, died in 1974. She leaves three sons, Paul A. Beaudreau and his wife Susan of Cotuit, Richard J. Beaudreau and his companion Beverley Renault of West Boylston, and Donald J. Beaudreau and his wife Mary Ellen of Holden; two daughters, Claire R. McGrail and her husband William of Rochdale and Carol M. Boucher of Rutland; 16 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Robert F. Beaudreau (1991); a sister, Loretta (Casey) Pion; and two brothers, Paul Casey and John Casey.
She was born in Worcester, daughter of Delia J. (Vadnais) and John A. Casey. She graduated with the Commerce High School Class of 1934 and worked for Worcester Mutual Insurance Co., until her retirement. She and her family were survivors of the Worcester Tornado of 1953. Phyllis was a member of St. Christopher's Church. She was an avid reader and letter writer. Most of all she loved spending time with her family.
Funeral services will be held at Nordgren Memorial Chapel, 300 Lincoln Street, on Friday, July 30, at 10:30 a.m. A calling hour will be held at 9:30 a.m., prior to the service. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery.
The family wishes to thank the Holy Trinity Nursing Home staff, especially Terry, for their compassionate care of Phyllis during her illness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Trinity Nursing Home, 300 Barber Avenue, Worcester MA 01606.
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