New Bedford – Florence M. (Baker) Philla, 87, of Fairhaven passed away May 22, 2011 at St. Luke’s Hospital. She was the widow of Everett C. “Pep” Philla, Sr.
Mrs. Philla was born in Fairhaven, MA, daughter of the late Charles R. and Catherine (Valley) Baker, and was a lifelong resident of the town. She enjoyed reading but most of all loved spending time with her family.
Survivors include 2 daughters: Cheryl L. Fitts and Bonnie B. Philla, both of Fairhaven; 3 sons: Everett C. Philla, Jr. of Acushnet, Joel R. Philla of Fairhaven and Jerri M. Philla of New Bedford; a sister: Dorothy J. Genthner of Nantucket; 4 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; and many nieces & nephews.
Funeral services will be private.