Jill M. Phillips, born on April 11, 1968, in Malone, NY, departed this world on January 16, 2026. A beloved mother, cherished sister, and doting grandmother, Jill was a woman of profound strength and an unwavering spirit. She dedicated her life to her family and took great pride in her role as a homemaker, nurturing her children and grandchildren with love and devotion.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Cayea; parents, Jay and Joanne (Downer) Phillips; her brothers, William, Jay, and Marvin Phillips; and her sisters, Bethel Snyder and Jenny Phillips.

Jill will be remembered fondly by her loving family, which includes her fiance, David Reome; sons, Bruce Cayea, Jamie Cayea, and Devin Reome, as well as her daughters, Jill Boyea, Shayla Reome, and Sandra Reome. She is also survived by her brothers Jack and Herbert Phillips, and sisters Betsy, Eleanor, and Beaulah Phillips. A proud grandmother, Jill leaves behind her grandchildren Blake Cayea, Bruce Cayea, Damian Cayea, Leon Cayea, Ronson Cayea, Adrianna Cayea, Elizabeth Lane, Alannah Lamica, and Autumn Lamica. Each of them carries a piece of her heart, having shared countless moments of joy and laughter together.

Jill had a passion for plastic canvas crafts, finding joy in creating cherished keepsakes for her loved ones. In her quiet moments, she enjoyed playing cards, often gathering with friends and family to share in the excitement of friendly competition. Jill truly loved her grandkids, and her legacy will live on in the warmth of their memories and the values she instilled in them.

In honor of Jill, a Celebration of Life will be held at Bruso-Desnoyers Funeral Service in Malone, on January 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Friends and family are invited to come together to celebrate her life and the love she shared.

As we gather to remember Jill, we will embrace the love she devoted to her family and the indelible mark she made on our lives. May her spirit shine brightly in our hearts forever.