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Phyllis Wagner Obituary
Born on September 18, 1937 in Fort Worth, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Lucy (Waldrop) Curtis and Phillip Curtis.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Robert (Bob) Curtis and Sister Retha.
Phyllis is survived by her husband of 64 years Daniel (Dan) Wagner, Sr; two sons, Daniel (Kip) Wagner, Jr and his wife Linda of Heathsville, Virginia and Curt Wagner and his wife Stephanie of Connelly Springs, North Carolina; as well as two granddaughters, Jenessa Hansford and her husband Michael of Lexington, Virginia and Danielle Wagner of Connolly Springs, North Carolina.
Growing up primarily in Marion, North Carolina and graduating from Mars Hill College, Phyllis's ties to the Western North Carolina region ran deep. After meeting her husband Dan in Ocean City, Maryland they were married on October 24, 1959. They lived in various places for several years as an Army family before settling in Richmond.
A teacher all her life, Phyllis taught in elementary and middle schools in Maryland, Georgia, and throughout the greater Richmond area. She then helped found Riverside School which started its life in her basement. After leaving teaching she taught piano from her home in Bon Air for many years.
Always having a spiritual side, Phyllis dedicated herself as one of Jehovah's Witnesses in 1973. A long-time member of the Bon Air Congregation she treasured her years serving as a Regular Pioneer. She loved sharing with people hope for the future and helping those around her in need.
A lover of her family and a loyal friend, Phyllis loved art, classical music, world travel (Japan was a favorite), and dogs. She loved to be busy and learning new things. She never left the house without her earrings and was always up for a pun, a laugh, and was an instigator of fun.
A memorial Service will be held Sunday November, 10 at 1PM at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 5550 Courthouse Rd, Chesterfield, VA 23832. Brother Young Chung will officiate.
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Iris Taylor
November 4, 2024
One year, Phyllis and The Girls drove in a couple of cars down to a lovely little Edenton North Carolina bed and breakfast during the town's Garden Week held every other year. Everyone got assigned a room in twos. Since there was no wedding booked during our visit, Phyllis and I asked for the bridal suite. We knew it would be large and lovely with plenty of amenities, nice air conditioning and a great view. We laughed and giggled and drank wine and told dumb stories all night long until we finally fell asleep. We never got the phone call that we expected asking us to quiet down. Two other friends shared an attic room with one bed that was an inferno. When they complained, someone in management sent up a little oscillating fan. One of them fell sound asleep. The other one didn't sleep a wink. The next morning, Phyllis and I felt bad for them. But we will always remember our outrageously fun night in a BnB honeymoon suite in Edenton NC.
Karen Crecco
October 23, 2024
Phyllis was full of fun. I enjoyed many a luncheon with her and the " Bon Aire Girls. To ride with her driving was like being a passenger in Jehu´s chariot. Intelligent, spiritual, and ready for adventure, she was a delight to be with. She was faithful to her God and her husband.
Sally Giltinan
October 21, 2024
My sincere condolences to you dear ones. I cannot think of Phyllis without feeling loved and hearing her laugh. She had a gift for making one see the good in life and to be happy. Phyllis was my 7th grade science teacher and we became good friends. We enjoyed talking about tiny atoms, the enormous universe, creation and the Creator. Her passion for life and learning was, and still is, inspiring. We pray that the peace of God gives you comfort and your hope is an anchor.
Greg Smith
October 21, 2024
I used to hang out with Curt and Kip when I was very young. I remember Curt and Kip marched in line for a mandatory spanking, and I got in the line too assuming I was deserving as well. She let me escape. Curt and Kip may have to explain the rest.
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