Root, Phyllis A. age 69, of Andover, peacefully passed away March 3, 2014. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert. Survived by children, Michael and Keith (Jaline); grandchildren, Joshua, Nicholas, Alexander and Nathan; sister, Audrey Silva; and other loved ones. Visitation will be Thursday from 5-7 PM with funeral service at 7 PM at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home, 13817 Jay St. NW, Andover. Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home Andover 763-767-7373 thurston-deshaw.com