LEWISTON – Phyllis J. McKay, 94, of Lewiston-Auburn, passed away Monday, Jan. 13, 2025 with family at her side.
She was born in Oxford on Aug. 25, 1930, one of four children, to Myron and Hazel McAllister (Martin). She graduated from Oxford High School and worked a variety of jobs at shoe shops and grocery stores while raising her eldest children.
She eventually owned and managed a travel agency while living and caring for her family primarily in the Farmington area. Later in life she relocated to Lewiston-Auburn.
Phyllis enjoyed time with family, travel, dancing, exercise classes, keeping in touch with lifelong friends, and breakfast outings.
She is survived by her husband of over 60 years, Fred; son, Larry (Fred II); granddaughter, Amy; grandson-in-law, Larry; and great-grandchildren, Alexa, Mason and Harrison.
She was preceded in death by son, Rodney Pike and daughter, Andrea Pike.
Online condolences can be shared at http://www.albert-burpee.com. An indoor memorial service celebrating her life will be held 11 a.m., May 3 at Gracelawn Memorial Park (Chapman Room).
In lieu of flowers, for those who wish to make a donation in her memory, please go to the Dempsey Center (www.dempseycenter.org).
We invite you to add your comments. We encourage a thoughtful exchange of ideas and information on this website. By joining the conversation, you are agreeing to our commenting policy and terms of use. More information is found on our FAQs. You can update your screen name on the member's center.
Comments are managed by our staff during regular business hours Monday through Friday as well as limited hours on Saturday and Sunday. Comments held for moderation outside of those hours may take longer to approve.
Join the Conversation
Please sign into your Sun Journal account to participate in conversations below. If you do not have an account, you can subscribe here. Questions? Please see our FAQs.