NORTHAMPTON, MA – Phyllis P. (Hanlon) Rogers, 90, formerly of Northampton passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning in Amherst with her family at her side. Phyllis was born in Easthampton, growing up there and attending local schools. She was a student at the former St. Michael's High School in Northampton until she had to leave and help take care of her siblings. Phyllis worked for Pro-Brush in Florence for many years, and after retiring, she was a familiar face at General Cleaners in Northampton as her second career. She married Normand Rogers and they settled in Northampton to raise their family. Phyllis and Normand enjoyed many years of marriage, family and memories before his passing. Phyllis enjoyed Bowling, square dancing and she especially enjoyed spending quiet time with a good book. She leaves her beloved family; Sharon Partridge (Albert) of Chicopee, Theresa Chase (Mark) of Florence, Kevin Rogers of Williamsburg, Shawn Rogers of Northampton and Timothy Rogers (Ginger) of West Hatfield, sixteen grandchildren, twenty-two great grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchildren She also leaves her siblings; William Hanlon of Bernardston, Mildred Towle of Claremont, NH and Hazel Waller of Florence and many nieces and nephews. She was sadly predeceased by two children; Normand Rogers and Cynthia Ahern as well as brothers; Larry, Eugene, Edward and Ronald Hanlon and sister Shirley Lutz. The family will receive friends at AHEARN FUNERAL HOME, 783 Bridge Rd., Northampton on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M. followed by a Service of Remembrance at 11:00 A.M. at the Funeral Home. Burial will be private. Donations in her memory may be made to – Alzheimer's Association – @ alz.org
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