Amherst, Phyllis E Longto 81 of Amherst passed away on Saturday September 2, 2017 at home surrounded by her loved ones.  She was born in Amherst on June 23, 1936.

She was the daughter of Harlan and Melora Mason.

She graduated from Amherst High School in 1954 and immediately started working for the town in the Clerks office, she later became the Secretary to the Superintendent and retired from the School in 1993.

Phyllis leaves behind her loving husband of 59 years Roger Longto, She leaves her  sons Kevin Longto of Corinth Vermont, Keith Longto of Amherst and Karl Longto of Belchertown.

Phyllis also leaves 6 Grandchildren Brian, Jake, Michael, Brandy, Mary and Matthew and one Great Grandchild Evelyn Grace.

Calling Hours will be held on Thursday September 7, 2017 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the Douglass Funeral Service at 87 No. Pleasant Street in Amherst.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday September 8, 2017 at 10:00am at the Douglass Funeral Service with a graveside service to follow at the South Amherst Cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers donations may be made in the name of Phyllis to Big Brothers and big Sisters of Amherst.