Phyllis Wiggins Fary, 96 years old, died August 21, 2016 at home.
For the last two years of her life, she was lovingly cared for by her two caregivers, Afia and Yuanita in her home where she could be surrounded by her family, friends and her precious dog, Sammie. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert Littleton Fary Sr., one son, Lawrence W. Fary, her son in law, Roy William (Billy) Adams, her parents Robert W. and Gertrude G. Wiggins and two brothers, Oird Keith and S. Carter. She is survived by one daughter, Margot F. Adams, one son, Albert L. Fary Jr. and wife Marilyn, eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, many dear friends and Sammie.
Mrs. Fary was retired from Chesapeake Public Schools. As beloved Principal of the Chesapeake Demonstration School, she created an environment for children to meet success in learning and modeled how to be lovingly respectful and confident in life. Her touch will be felt for generations to come. She loved her God, her family, her school family, her friends, her animals, her country and the arts. She was a member of St. Christopher's Episcopal Church.
A memorial service will be held at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, 3300 Cedar Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23703 on Sunday, August 28, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. by The Rev. Julia Dorsey Reed Loomis.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Christopher's Episcopal Church or The Animal Assistance League, 1149 New Mill Dr., Chesapeake, VA 23322. Condolences may be registered at BWFosterFuneralHome.com.