Phyllis Rita Griffith-McCollin (22 Apr 1937 - 18 Jul 2018)

In loving memory of Phyllis Rita Griffith-McCollin who sadly passed away on 18th July 2018

Phyllis was born and grew up in Barbados, she was the first of her mother's seven children, four daughters and three sons.

After finishing secondary education, Phyllis completed a hairdressing course and received a diploma certificate and became a self employed hairdresser.

Phyllis met her husband, Luther in Barbados and they had five children. four boys and one girl.

Phyllis and her husband were a part of the Windrush, he came to England in 1961 and she joined him in 1969. She got a job in the catering field within a week of arriving in the UK.

Phyllis had her sixth child, a son in 1973 (UK) and after a brief period of maternity leave, she returned to work part time.

Phyllis was a hard working woman and a loving mother, who always put the needs of her children first and enjoyed spending quality time with them.

Phyllis was blessed to have seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren, (three girls) whom she loved and had experienced great joy holding her first great grand son, this gave her tremendous pleasure.

Phyllis was a sociable person, she enjoyed meeting people and exploring other countries. She liked baking, sewing and decorating.

Phyllis was a practising Christian, which was a source of comfort and solace throughout her life.

Phyllis sadly passed peacefully on the 18th July 2018 with her children, grandchildren and a great granddaughter a round her bed at Kings College Hospital London.