Phyllis T. Corcoran

Phyllis T. (Capone) Corcoran, 94, of Westport, MA, passed away on December 26, 2024.  She was the devoted wife of the late Paul F. Corcoran.  Born in Fall River, MA, Phyllis is predeceased by her parents: Nicholas and Teresina (Capuano) Capone, her brothers John, wife Sophie, Paul, wife Doris, Frank, wife Loretta, Ralph, wife Eileen, Julian, (Jerry), wife Pauline, Nicholas, wife Stella, and her sister Mary, husband Phillip LaRoche. 

She is survived by her children and stepchildren: James A. Burns, wife Joyce of Little Compton, David M. Burns, wife Agnes of Fall River, Paul F. Corcoran, Jr.., wife Christine of Richland Center, WI, Sheila A. Valero, husband Steven of Swansea, MA, and Jennifer Corcoran, husband Thomas Radgowski of Groveland, FL.

She is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, including Craig Burns, and Jenna (Burns) DeBortolli and son Angelo IV; Kelley Corcoran and Kasey (Corcoran) Gerner, Richland Center, WI; Steven Valero, Arlington, VA; Jessica (Valero) Cabral, son Christian and daughter Lily, Fall River, MA; and Timothy Valero, Framingham, MA. 

A 1948 graduate of BMC Durfee High School, Phyllis treasured her alma mater.  She was a member of the 1947-1948 cheerleading squad, supporting her school as they won multiple state sport championships.  Many of her lifelong friendships were with her classmates.  She worked on every Durfee reunion committee from the 10th through the 70th. 

After starting her career with the Fall River Electric Light Company, Phyllis went to work at St. Jean Baptiste Federal Credit Union.  She loved her time at the credit union and spent over 50 years there, working her way up to loan officer and assistant treasurer.  Helping customers who were her neighbors and friends brought her tremendous joy. 

While a long-time member of the Acoaxet Club at Westport Harbor, she never quite mastered the game of golf herself.  She was, however, an enthusiastic cheerleader for her husband and friends when they played.  

Phyllis will be remembered for holding her family close to her heart.   She cherished her nieces and nephew along with their extended families.  Nothing made her happier than the opportunities in which her family gathered together.    

Calling Hours will be held Sunday, January 5, 2025 from 3:00-6:00 P.M. in the Home of J.H. WILLIAMS & CO., 210 Taunton Avenue, Route 44, East Providence, RI. 

A Mass of Christian Burial to which relatives and friends are invited will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, January 6th at St. John the Baptist Church in Westport, MA.  Burial will follow in Beech Grove Cemetery in Westport.  

In lieu of flowers, Phyllis hopes that in her memory you take extra time to be with your family.  Enjoy that special meal, have more conversations, and above all, find the good in everyone, as she did.  

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