Phyllis May Badger

Phyllis May Badger, born on December 2, 1929, in Newport, peacefully passed away at her residence on April 21, 2026, surrounded by the loving presence of her family. Her life was a beautiful testament to resilience, strength, and an unwavering dedication to kindness—a woman whose rosy red cheeks and bright blue eyes were always filled with a bubbly happiness that lifted the spirits of everyone around her.

Phyllis's journey was marked by her steadfast commitment to supporting her children. Throughout her life, she held several jobs, but it was her deeply cherished career at the University Vermont Medical Center where she proudly devoted 19 years before retiring. Her work was more than just a job; it was a reflection of her caring nature and her drive to create a better life for her family.

A strong-willed and stubborn woman, Phyllis channeled her determination toward positivity. She never wished for those around her to dwell on hardships or negativity but instead encouraged joy, hope, and love in every moment. These qualities radiated through all aspects of her life, especially in the simple pleasures she nurtured with grace and passion—knitting and crocheting, tending her garden, cooking and baking delights, as well as meticulously organizing and hosting unforgettable holiday gatherings in her home.

Phyllis’s family was the heart of her existence. She is lovingly remembered by her children, Donna Mobbs, Terrance Badger, Deborah Brown, Bradley Badger, and Patricia Hay and the incredible legacy of 79 grandchildren and great-grandchildren who carry forward her spirit. Her sister, Joyce Bushaw, also remains a close part of those cherishing her memory. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Joseph Snay and Edith Brunnel, her husband and love of her life Meril M. Badger, her children, Meril F. Badger, Theresa Bushey, and Michael  Badger, daughters-in-law Karen Badger and Patricia Badger and son-in-law Lyndon Murray and 8 other siblings. 

The community will gather to honor Phyllis’s memory at a graveside service on May 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., held at Milton Village Cemetery, Main Street, Milton, VT 05468. This service will be a poignant farewell to a woman who truly embodied the essence of caring, resilience, and celebration of life.

Phyllis May Badger’s legacy is woven deeply into the lives she touched—her kindness, her laughter, her unwavering hope and positivity will forever remain in the hearts of those privileged to know her. Though her physical presence has passed, her spirit lives on as a luminous example of grace and love.