Obituary of Phyllis J. Harmon

Phyllis J. Harmon passed away peacefully at Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich, NY surrounded by her family. She was born the daughter of Martin and Helen Abbene in Yonkers, NY on October 12th, 1942. In 1960, she married Allen (Joe) E. Harmon, Jr., who was the love of her life. Phyllis graduated from Guilford Central School as a member of the Class of 1960. She went on to work for her mom and dad at the Hideway in Guilford, and later worked at Marty's Hideaway Pizza in Sidney. Phyllis then worked in sales at many local hardware stores and lumberyards. She was well known for her smile and her ability to help everyone she met. Phyllis loved to garden, cook, camp, and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was an avid follower of BG sports and activities through her support for her children and grandchildren. She was an amazing crafter and decorated her home with hundreds of crocheted doilies and curtains. Phyllis was also a longtime member of various bowling leagues in Bainbridge and she enjoyed watching NASCAR and her grandsons race motocross. Phyllis is survived by her two sons, John (Cheryl) Harmon and Tim (Lisa) Harmon, both of Bainbridge, NY and her five grandchildren, Todd Harmon, Buffalo, NY, Greg Harmon, Boston, MA, Brendan Harmon, Gloversville, NY, Brooks Harmon, Bainbridge, NY and Matraca Harmon, Bainbridge, NY., as well as her brother Martin Abbene, Jr. Phyllis was predeceased by both her parents, her husband Joe, granddaughter Logan Nicole, and her beloved cat, Dominoes. Friends may call on the family Monday, July 15th from 11am-1pm at CH Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St., Sidney, NY, with a memorial service to follow at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Delaware Valley Humane Society, 101 E. Main St. Sidney, NY 13838. Private burial will take place at a later date in West Bainbridge Cemetery. Share condolences and memories with the family online at www.landersfh.com.