Shrewsbury—Phyllis V. (Hammarstrom) DeGroodt, 81, died Sat. Feb. 14, 2004 at home. She leaves a son with many relatives. Funeral services will be private. Omit Flowers. Donations may be made to VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608. Nordgren Memorial Chapel, 300 Lincoln St. is directing arrangements.