Anne (Turnbull) Phelan

Anne (Turnbull) Phelan, of Milton, Wednesday June 27, 2012  Devoted wife of the late Edward Phelan.  Loving mother of Elizabeth Phelan of Millis, Katherine Phelan of Cambridge and Margaret Lagarde and her husband Andrew Lagarde of Stow.  Cherished grandmother of Jack and Anna Lagarde.  Sister of Betsy Jackson of Hanover , David Turnbull of Milton and John Turnbull of Southbury , CT.  Anne was born in Fitchburg, MA and spent most of her life in Milton.  She was a faithful parishioner of St. Agatha Church and where she taught math and science for 25 years. In addition to her professional life, Anne enjoyed gardening and cooking. She was an avid reader and some of her happiest evenings were spent in the company of the members of her book club which had been active for 10 years. She eagerly awaited each summer to spend many days with her family on Cape Cod.  Anne loved to travel, especially with her daughters.  During the last 7 years, Anne found particular joy and wonder in the lives of her two grandchildren.   Visiting hours at the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, MILTON,  Friday from 4-8PM . A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Agatha Church, 432 Adams St. , Milton, Saturday June 30 at 10:30 AM.  Relatives and friends invited.  Interment Milton Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the National Kidney Foundation . 85 Astor Avenue, #2, Norwood, MA 02062.