Phyllis M. Hodkinson (nee Oliver), of Kearny, passed away February 20, 2016. She was 86. Privatecremation arrangements are by The Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home. www.armitagewiggins.com Her ashes will be buried with her beloved son James.
Phyllis was very involved in The junior Womans Club and Hospital Auxillary. She was co-owner of Top of The Towne and later worked for Cathy's Place, all in Kearny. She also worked as a perfume rep for some of the major department stories.
Predeceased by her son James (Jamie) E. Hodkinson, she is survived by her son Ralph M. Hodkinson of Bayonne and her daughter Darryl J. McDermott of Manasquan. Sister of Kathryn O. Frey of Manasquan, she is also survived by her grandchildren Alyson J. McDermott of Connecticut, Christian J. Hodkinson of West Orange and James W. Hodkinson of Bayonne and her nephews Christopher and Matthew Frey.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations in her name to the BergenCounty Animal Shelter in Moonachi.