Phyllis, 76, of Brighton, Ontario, passed away peacefully on Saturday, 18 September, 2021 at the QCH Trenton Memorial Hospital.
Born in Amherst, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late John Smith Trueman and Ruby Udella Trueman of Truemanville, Nova Scotia.
She first attended grade school in Truemanville before heading to Amherst Regional High School and ultimately Oulten’s Business College in Moncton, NB, lending to a professional administrative career with the RCMP.
She is survived by her loving husband Lindsay Bowles of Brighton, ON; two sons Steven (Anastasia) Bowles of Ashton Station, ON; and Gregory (Tracy) Bowles of Ottawa, ON; three sisters Jean Cameron of Amherst, NS; Carol (Leonard) Bzdel of Saskatoon, SK; Dorothy (Daniel) Smith of Truemanville, NS; brother Raymond (Jane) Trueman of Truemanville, NS; two brothers-in-law Karleton (Carol) Bowles of Russell, ON; and Curtis Bowles of Renfrew, ON; sister-in-law Susan McCulloch of Surrey, BC; seven grandchildren: Matthias, Nathanael, Diana, Cecilia, Emily, James and John-Paul; and a blessing of dear nieces, nephews and cousins.
Phyllis was predeceased by her parents as well her in-laws Clyde and Marjorie (Crowell) Bowles of Amherst, NS; brother-in-law David Richard Bowles; and, sister-in-law Barbara (Beal) Trueman.
Interment, graveside service including livestream will take place in the Beechwood National Military Cemetery, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, ON, on Friday, 08 October 2021 at 12h00.
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In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Myeloma Canada or the charity of your choice.
Digital Guestbook
Marilyn and Rick Liscomb
Beverley (Trueman) Smith
Dear Lindsay and family ..I was saddened to hear of Phyllis's passing. She was a beautiful, vivacious woman who lived life to the fullest. Thinking of you all as you go through this time of deep sadness and loss. With my sincere sympathy and caring ..Beverley
Cal and Brenda
Hearing this Lindsay broke our hearts. Phyllis sure was one of a kind. I don't think I've ever met someone who has made me laugh as much as she has. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Hugs our dear friend.
Ken and Diane
Diane still remembers flying in a helicopter with Phyllis over New York City. Wish we could do that again. You will be long remembered and missed, Phyllis.
Frank and Diana Cranton
Our Sincere.Condolences to Lindsay and Family. Phyllis was a pleasure to know and will be sadly missed by all. May she Rest In Peace.
Bill and Anne Baker
Lindsay and family.......there is so much to say about Phyllis......kind, funny, compassionate.....what a cute smile and infectious laugh! We will surely miss all of that! A favourite memory is: “Linds, can you help me move this chair into the closet.........Lindsay, we’re sure you’ll remember the rest! RIP Phyllis! Hugs from both of us!
Pyra and Enrique Novo
We are still in shock after reading your message. Difficult, very difficult to believe Phyllis is gone. We still remember that loving and smiling face while saying "Guadalajarra...! She was one of a kind.
Our deepest and most sincere sorrow be with you and your family.
Pura and Enrique
Gary and Jan Skinns
Lin,
Our heartfelt condolences. We both have many joyful and long lasting memories of Phyllis’s happy smiling face. She was the life and soul of many rounds of golf and parties in San Diego and our thoughts are with you and your family.
Paul Atwood and Sally Minnis
Our condolences to you and your family Lindsey
Rick and Barb Guy
Lindsay and Family: Our sincere condolences in your loss of Phyllis, know that our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. So many great memories that we will have forever. Hugs from Rick and Barb
One of the more admirable traits about Phyllis is that I truly believe she lived by the motto…If you have nothing good to say, then say nothing at all!
She was one of a kind.