Barbara A. (Rydstrom) Phelan, of Charlton formerly of Worcester died Thursday, May 23 at home surrounded by her family. She leaves her husband, Thomas F. Phelan; daughter, Sharon Missiewicz of Leicester; son, Michael P. Phelan of Charlton; two grandsons, Thomas J. and John M. Missiewicz of Leicester.
She was born in Worcester, the daughter of Olaf and Mildred (Voss) Rydstrom and graduated from the former High School of Commerce and attended Quinsigamond Community College. Barbara retired from F.A. Bartlett Tree Experts where she worked as their secretary. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Church and a former member of Our Lady of the Angels Church. Barbara was also a member of the Charlton Senior Center and belonged to various groups such as it’s Golden Age Club, the silver needles knitting group and the friendly friends.
Calling hours are Friday, May 31st from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. in St. Joseph’s Church, 10 H Putnam Road Extension, Charlton followed by her funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery, 260 Cambridge Street, Worcester.