Obituaries

Ashby, Phyllis Ann (Hill) – 87, of Dartmouth, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on Monday, November 11, 2024. She was born in Halifax to the late Rhoda Mae (Malay) Hill and the late George Romaine Hill of Dartmouth. Phyllis grew up in Dartmouth, graduated from Dartmouth High School and went on to Vocational School. During these years, she started her career at Phinneys Music Store and ended her career with the Federal Government in 1994. Phyllis always spoke her truth and loved her family and friends unconditionally. She adored her dogs and enjoyed day trips around Nova Scotia. She will be remembered for her love of books and the time she spent in the rink with her daughter. Phyllis took on many rolls in the Figure Skating World including Nova Scotia Section Chairperson for more than a decade, Competition Chair and Nominating Chair. She served on the Sport Nova Scotia Board of Directors from 1995 to 2001 and on the Dartmouth Figure Eights Executive for many years. Phyllis will be missed by so many. She is survived by her daughter Ann (Ashby) Thompson (Luke Thompson), grandson, Chase Thompson, grandson, Cruz Thompson, sister, Elizabeth Dorey (Reginald Dorey, deceased), sister-in-law, Edith Hill (brother, Lloyd Hill, deceased) and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband, Beverley Ashby, brother, George Hill (Ruth Hill, deceased).

A grave side service, at Mount Herman Cemetery, will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, Phyllis would want you to spend time with those you love. Our time together is precious.