Timeline for Alice L. (Dumais) Phoenix
Born: November 6, 1950
Died: November 15, 2020
Alice L. (Dumais) Phoenix, 70, of Ludlow, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 15, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Ludlow on November 6, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Maurice R. Dumais Sr. and Helen R. Dumais. A lifelong resident, she was a 1968 graduate of Ludlow High School. She went on to earn her certification as a cosmetologist. She was the manager of Frank and Tito’s Salon for many years and taught at Jolie Hair and Beauty Academy. Alice was a communicant of St. Elizabeth Parish and a member of the Ladies of St. Anne. Her greatest joys in life came from her grandchildren and taking care of everyone around her, whether volunteering for Scouting, buying thoughtful gifts for her loved ones, or through sharing endless laughter with everyone around her.
Alice is survived by her beloved husband of over 50 years Raymond R. Phoenix of Ludlow; her son Raymond E. Phoenix II and his wife Alicia also of Ludlow; and her brother Thomas M. Dumais and his wife Isabel of Springfield. She also leaves her beloved grandchildren Viola and Oliver. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother Maurice R. Dumais Jr.
Family and friends are invited to gather for Alice’s funeral Mass on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 10:00 AM in St. Elizabeth Parish, 181 Hubbard Street, Ludlow, MA. Burial will be private, at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Masks, social distancing, and all gathering restrictions will be strictly adhered to. Donations in Alice’s memory may be made to DopaFit Parkinson’s Movement Program at www.dopafit.com or 15 College Highway, Suite C, Southampton, MA 01073.
Ray, Dan and I are so sorry to read of Alice's passing. Although we had met you and Alice only a few years ago, you welcomed us into the Dopafit Family as if we had known you for years. Thinking of you and your family at this sad time.
Ray, Having been married to Alice for over 50 years, I can't imagine the loss you're feeling. My thoughts are with you my friend.
Sending love to Ray the whole family. We hope you can find peace and comfort in the fond memories you shared with Alice. Your baytechIT family is thinking of you during these difficult times.
To our former neighbors - we get an electronic edition of the Springfield newspaper and just saw Alice's obituary. Our thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time. Greg and Terri Colelli (Tucson, AZ).
To The Family of Alice Phoenix: Please except my heart felt sympathy on the loss of your wonderful Wife, Mom, Grandmother. Miss Alice was my teacher back in 1996 at Jolie Beauty Academy, I took the Manicuring Course. She was a great teacher and friend. I will always remember her and keep her in my prayers. God Bless her family. Sincerely Linda P. Stalker
Ray and family, I am so sorry to hear of Alice's passing. I will never forget sitting in your kitchen when I was a little girl, watching on as she cut my dad's hair. It was always a joke that she was the only other person who could blow in his ear (to remove the bits of hair) besides my mom and that always made us laugh. She will be missed.
Alice and I lived next door to each other for over 19 years. We had wonderful times, shopping, laughing and just sharing the good and the bad. She was a very loving, giving friend, always trying to help or lend a hand. I don’t think I’d ever known anyone, prior to her, who always tried to make life easier or better in any way she could. She was there when my kids were born and I remember the time I had a doctor’s appointment and asked her if she could watch my oldest son. He was napping when I left but woke up shortly after and started screaming bloody murder. Turned out she couldn’t find his pacifier and after searching high and low, she realized he wouldn’t stop until he had one. Needless to say, she met me in the driveway, relayed what had happened and I immediately backed out to go on a pacifier mission. Later on we laughed about it but I guarantee that was the worst job she had ever taken! That was the thing about Alice, she could never say no to a friend. She was loving caring, giving and generous. When I remarried and moved away, I truly missed a very special gal and always will.
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2020
Time: 10:00 am
Family and friends are invited to gather for Alice’s funeral Mass on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 10:00 AM in St. Elizabeth Parish, 181 Hubbard Street, Ludlow, MA. Burial will be private, at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.
Masks, social distancing, and all gathering restrictions will be strictly adhered to.
Donations in Alice’s memory may be made to DopaFit Parkinson’s Movement Program at www.dopafit.com or 15 College Highway, Suite C, Southampton, MA 01073.
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Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home.
Ray, Dan and I are so sorry to read of Alice's passing. Although we had met you and Alice only a few years ago, you welcomed us into the Dopafit Family as if we had known you for years. Thinking of you and your family at this sad time.
Ray, Having been married to Alice for over 50 years, I can't imagine the loss you're feeling. My thoughts are with you my friend.
Sending love to Ray the whole family. We hope you can find peace and comfort in the fond memories you shared with Alice. Your baytechIT family is thinking of you during these difficult times.
To our former neighbors - we get an electronic edition of the Springfield newspaper and just saw Alice's obituary. Our thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time. Greg and Terri Colelli (Tucson, AZ).
To The Family of Alice Phoenix: Please except my heart felt sympathy on the loss of your wonderful Wife, Mom, Grandmother. Miss Alice was my teacher back in 1996 at Jolie Beauty Academy, I took the Manicuring Course. She was a great teacher and friend. I will always remember her and keep her in my prayers. God Bless her family. Sincerely Linda P. Stalker
Ray and family, I am so sorry to hear of Alice's passing. I will never forget sitting in your kitchen when I was a little girl, watching on as she cut my dad's hair. It was always a joke that she was the only other person who could blow in his ear (to remove the bits of hair) besides my mom and that always made us laugh. She will be missed.
Alice and I lived next door to each other for over 19 years. We had wonderful times, shopping, laughing and just sharing the good and the bad. She was a very loving, giving friend, always trying to help or lend a hand. I don’t think I’d ever known anyone, prior to her, who always tried to make life easier or better in any way she could. She was there when my kids were born and I remember the time I had a doctor’s appointment and asked her if she could watch my oldest son. He was napping when I left but woke up shortly after and started screaming bloody murder. Turned out she couldn’t find his pacifier and after searching high and low, she realized he wouldn’t stop until he had one. Needless to say, she met me in the driveway, relayed what had happened and I immediately backed out to go on a pacifier mission. Later on we laughed about it but I guarantee that was the worst job she had ever taken! That was the thing about Alice, she could never say no to a friend. She was loving caring, giving and generous. When I remarried and moved away, I truly missed a very special gal and always will.
Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home
Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home.